Employment Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in becoming a team member of the Royal Gorge Route Railroad.

Current full-time job offerings:

National Group Sales Representative

Position Objective:

Establishes and maintains productive relationships with clients, focusing on active, effective prospecting and marketing to expand group business, develop new accounts, and maximize sales potential with existing customers

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of vocational education and experience
3 years professional experience in sales/marketing
Strong sales aptitude and excellent customer service skills
Effective and strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing. Presentation and public speaking skills
Demonstrated skill as a negotiator and with contract management
Solid knowledge and experience with computer applications, including Microsoft Office and Excel
Expertise with Social Media: Facebook and Twitter
Ability to work independently and on own initiative; managing own workload
Ability to work well within a small team and office environment
Local, regional and national overnight travel. Clean driving record with reliable transportation
Excellent attitude and very comfortable working independently or with a diverse team

Position Duties:

Develop group business in key industry segments including:

‘Traditional’ motor coach tours on single or multi-day itineraries (members of NTA, ABA, etc.)
Corporate meetings, special events, reward & incentive programs
Conference and convention activities
Affinity groups, alumni associations, membership & educational travel

Identify and engage emerging travel & tourism markets
Qualify all leads, both from inside and outside sources (past customers, current contacts, CVB’s, etc) and follow up with promo material. Establish, record and track contacts as:
- Leads: Organizations thought to be a strong sales opportunity following initial contact
- Prospects: Respond to requests for information, schedule meetings, engage in on-going communication & follow up, and assign a‘Target Rating’
- Clients: New and existing Group business, under contract
Build and maintain partnerships and collaborations with other industry groups, engaging in opportunities to develop new business by attending networking functions with: chamber/convention bureaus, trade associations, tourism shows and conferences. Meet directly with Corporate prospects to develop meeting, special event and incentive business
Manage marketing data using applicable sales management tools/systems (e.g. Database, email leads, computerized call calendars) to maximize efficiency and analyze data/marketing activity to sharpen effectiveness and redirect activity as warranted
Contribute to and assist in activities, events, marketing initiatives and promotions intended to build the RGR brand, increase awareness of the RGR as a destination and increase awareness of the services RGR offers our guests
Actively manage short-and long-term leads from external sources to qualify prospects and advance them through the sales process (by phone, mail, email, and in person)
Monitor and maintain appropriate level of activity and communication on Social Media sites
Report all activities on weekly basis with Sales and Marketing Manager to ensure accountability and to demonstrate effectiveness
Track gathered statistical information to identify key sales territories, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats
Assist group travel planners, or provide resources to assist them in developing routes, schedules and itineraries that include dining and passage aboard the RGR
Demonstrate initiative and creativity in contributing marketing and sales strategies and recommendations to management team
Keep accurate records of all expenses and submit expense as required
Continually learn and update knowledge of train experience and history, including information about attractions and visitor services in the region
Perform other duties and participate in special projects as necessary and required

Working Conditions:

Variable work environment; work is conducted both indoors and out under varying environmental conditions
Several hours per day may be spent operating a personal motor vehicle
Appearance at all times must reflect a positive image of the company, a company uniform may be required
Office may have fluorescent lighting and air conditioning, telecommuting possibilities also exist
Fast-paced environment: subject to numerous schedule and priority changes and short notice activity including long days, weekends and holidays

We will begin accepting seasonal applications for 2012 on March 1. Applications may be downloaded here and faxed to
(719) 269-8907 or scanned and e-mailed to: jenniferk@royalgorgeroute.com.

Applications may also be picked up at 330 Royal Gorge Blvd in Canon City.

Advice to Applicants

Thank you for your interest in working with us. We would like to familiarize you with some of the Royal Gorge Route Railroad’s basic goals:

Safety and care of our passengers is of greatest importance
Our railroad offers scenic and historic train rides, first class dining and an experience that exceeds our guest's expectations. Therefore, we view guest relations and outstanding customer service as an integral part of every aspect of the business.
We operate the most successful destination attraction in the region by providing an outstanding experience that brings our guests back time and time again.

General Requirements:

The Royal Gorge Route Railroad deals with the public on a daily basis. We are “Safety First” conscious and people oriented. We are committed to maintain a drug-free workplace. This means that we do not tolerate the possession of drugs or alcohol on the premises, nor do we permit our staff to work under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
We are a smoke free workplace and do not permit employees to smoke on the premises.
If you are interested in wait staff employment, proof of age is required because alcoholic beverages are sold on the train.
If you are interested at all in working for us you must have proof of maturity.
For additional information about policy, ask to see the Royal Gorge Route Railroad handbook.

Be sure to answer all questions completely, even if you enclose a resume. If a question does not apply to you, mark it “N/A” so we know you didn't miss the question.

Any questions you have on the application should be asked before you complete the application. Please feel free to call with your questions. Then carefully read the final statement before signing the application.
We will not consider an incomplete or unsigned application.