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Charter Coordinator
Company | Lindblad Expeditions |
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Location | Seattle, WA, USA |
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Salary | $55000 – $60000 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
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Requirements
- BA/BS degree or equivalent industry experience
- Group travel experience and knowledge of expedition travel
- Proficient computer skills in the Windows operating system and Microsoft Office, including Word & Excel
- Strong time management skill, capable of multi-tasking, setting priorities, problem solving and meeting deadlines
- The ability to work independently as well as with others in a team environment
Responsibilities
- Serve as the main liaison and resource for all communications, operations and financial functions for charters.
- Customize special arrangements, speakers, events, innovative events/programming ideas and arrange pillow gifts.
- Ensure that all special activities and services are expertly arranged in advance from audio/visual equipment, entertainment, dining, onboard presentations, special receptions and more.
- Create invoices, manage deposits, confirm receipt of payments and reconcile all payments.
- Liaison with the operations and communications teams to ensure proper distribution of all pre/final and post-travel documentation.
- Manage guest manifests, information forms, flight questionnaires, medical forms, credit card forms, and other pertinent documentation required to complete bookings and service guests.
- Manage bookings and all special requests for guests and group coordinators. Ensure that our ships are briefed on special arrangements and or presentations to help the charter achieve their objectives.
- Coordinate with the charterer to ensure that they are kept up to date on any itinerary or program changes.
- Participate in reservation/operations operational briefings as needed.
- Work closely with the Sales Team to plan and execute the charter experience onboard.
- Work with the onboard team to ensure that the charterer has their logo, branding and messaging in place onboard.
- Manage all incoming calls and email communication.
- Handle and resolve conflicts or guests service issues by recommending and or providing alternative solutions.
- Participate in post voyage briefings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in event planning or concierge experience