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Full Time Trip Planner - Sales - POSITION FILLED

Adventure Life is looking for a highly motivated individual to plan and ultimately sell our trips to Latin America and small ship cruises worldwide. This is an office position in Missoula, MT, that requires excellent organization and communication skills. Each day entails managing several dozen e-mails with overseas outfitters, conversing with clients to plan trips, and continual researching cultural, natural and archaeological destinations in each country. Enthusiasm for travel, combined with excellent people, organizational and writing skills are all key characteristics of a successful Trip Planner. In addition, multitasking abilities and self-motivation are important for effectively closing sales. We offer competitive compensation, health insurance, vacation, holidays, retirement, flex-time and travel benefits.

    Desired Skills and Experience
  • Bachelors degree or higher
  • Excellent organizational, writing, and communication skills
  • Experience in multi-project management
  • Knowledge of Word and Excel required
  • Ability to work with little guidance
  • Ability to create and apply innovative solutions
  • Ability to learn new skills on your own
  • Foreign travel experience desired - preferably in Latin America or other parts of the developing world
  • Conversational Spanish is a plus but not required

Compensation/Benefits:
Base + commission for first year compensation of $28,000-$40,000 (Depending on Experience and Performance)
Rapid compensation increases during years 2 and 3
Health insurance
SIMPLE IRA - similar to a 401(k)
Annual continuing education stipend
Annual travel opportunities to one of our destinations

This is a full time 40 hr/wk position with some flexibility in scheduling after training.

How to Apply
Please send an application (see link above), resume, cover letter, typing test (can be taken for free online, at some temp agencies or at a job services office), and references to the email or address below. If graduated from college in the last four years, please send transcripts (unofficial transcripts are fine). IMPORTANT: Send all materials in the same packet or email. Do NOT send information in separate emails, as some information may be lost.

E-mail:

Adventure Life
ATTN: Hiring Committee
1655 S 3rd St W, Suite 1
Missoula, MT 59801

Part Time Office Assistant - POSITION FILLED

Closing Date: MONDAY, MAY 23RD, 2011

Adventure Life is looking for a highly motivated individual to assist our staff. This is an office position in Missoula, MT that requires excellent organization and communication skills. This person will also assist in the daily routine of making the office run (answering phones, filing, client mailings, etc). Duties involve entering client information to database, assembling and mailing confirmation packets, and assisting staff in any other necessary tasks throughout the day. Excellent organizational and writing skills, multitasking abilities and self-motivation are all key characteristics of a successful Office Assistant.

    Desired Skills and Experience
  • University degree preferred
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills
  • Knowledge of Word and Excel required
  • Office experience with phones, filing, faxing, copying, etc.
  • Cheerful attitude and ability to work well with time-sensitive assignments
  • Ability to learn new skills on your own and work independently
  • Attention to detail and discipline while working with data entry
  • Foreign travel experience is helpful, but not required

*Compensation: $9/hr. This is a PERMANENT part time position for 20 hrs/wk.

How to Apply
Please send an application (see link above), resume, cover letter, typing test (can be taken for free online, at some temp agencies or at a job services office), and references to the address or e-mail below. If graduated from college in the last three years, please send transcripts - unofficial transcripts are acceptable. IMPORTANT: Send all materials in the same packet or email. Do NOT send seperately, as some information may be lost.

E-mail:

Adventure Life
ATTN: Lynessa Nelson
1655 S 3rd St W, Suite 1
Missoula, MT 59801