Jobs Available
- Tour Driver-Guide: Seasonal, June to Mid September
- Accounts Manager: Permanent, Full-time
Job Title: Alaska Tour Driver-Guide, Seasonal
Reports To: Tour Guide Manager and General Manager
Job Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable tour driver guide to join our team. As a driver-guide, you will be responsible for driving and leading groups of visitors on tours of Alaska, providing them with information about the history, culture, and attractions of the state. You will also be responsible for ensuring that your guests have a safe and enjoyable experience.
Job Duties
- Drive and lead groups of visitors on tours of Alaska
- Manage tour schedule logistics
- Provide informative and engaging narration about the tour route and attractions
- Answer questions from guests
- Ensure the safety and security of guests
- Handle any unexpected situations that may arise
Qualifications
- Must be at least 23 years of age and possess a Valid Drivers license
- Must be able to provide a clean MotorVehicleReport.
- Must be able to pass a UA Drug Test
- Must have a valid DOT medical card, and be able to pass a DOT Physical and lift baggage weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to safely operate small bus with trailer in tow
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
- Excellent customer service skills
- Strong public speaking skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work long hours and flexible schedules
- Ability to be away from home for extended periods of time
- Knowledge of Alaska and its history and attractions
- Experience in the tourism industry is a plus
- Alaska resident preferred, Mat-Su area doubly preferred
Compensation and Benefits
- $225 per day
- Paid lodging when overnighting away from home office
- Gratuity eligibility
To Apply
Send your resume and cover letter to admin@alaskantour.com
Additional Information
This is a seasonal position from June to mid-September, with some flexibility for those that require shorter term employment (e.g., teachers).
Successful candidate must complete a UA Drug screen, pass a background check and obtain a DOT medical card before hire.
Job Title: Accounts Manager – Full Time, Permanent
Reports To: General Manager
Summary:
The Accounts Manager is responsible to manage our client and supplier accounts, and help with day-to-day financial tasks. The ideal candidate will have experience with QuickBooks, strong communication, excellent customer service skills, detail oriented and an ability to learn quickly. Preferred Alaska tourism experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain relationships with key vendors in the tourism industry
- Identify and understand customer needs
- Provide excellent customer service
- Work with others to ensure that customer needs are met
- Manage vendor accounts payable and receivable
- Maintain accurate reservation records
- Assist with tourism-related accounting tasks as needed
- Process sales and resolve customer issues
- Enter data into accounting software
Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree in accounting or related field
- 1-2 years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting, A/P, A/R
- Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and procedures
- Experience with QuickBooks a plus
- Proficient Computer Skills, Mac knowledge a plus
- Excellent attention to detail
- Tourism experience preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to learn quickly
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
Starting pay $23 – $25/hr. DOE
Benefits Package – Insurance: Health, Dental and Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays after successfully completing probation period.
If you are a highly motivated and results-oriented individual with a passion for the tourism industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
To apply,
Send your resume and cover letter to admin@alaskantour.com
Please – no calls to the main office lines.
A call to the office will be seen as an inability to follow direction.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.