Getting into this industry early in your career is a great way to gain a specialization in a field that is continually growing.

According to the American Resort Development Association, timeshare sales in the U.S. reached $10.6 billion in 2007 with no let up in sight.

Not Your Typical Job

The industry is dynamic, reacting to the desires of the owners. At first, you could only buy a set amount of time in a set location. But now, owners have a variety of options at their disposal. Yes, you can still return to the same location during the same week every year if you'd like. But if you want more flexibility, resorts offer options like points purchase programs, allowing to you stay wherever you'd like in whatever type of suite you'd like. Or, for the very high-end customers, there's the fractional ownership option. Fractional timeshares afford many weeks or even months of accommodations. Because of the nature of fractionals, they also offer the highest level of personal service.


Why Timeshare Jobs?

Being a "people person" doesn't begin to cover the personalities required to excel in this industry. In a hotel, you see people once or maybe a few times, but not with any regularity. With timeshares, you get the chance to develop a long-term relationship with owners. In Massanutten, for example, when Mr. and Mrs. Riley arrive for their annual anniversary getaway - you'll know it's their 40th and might prepare a special surprise for them. Or you'll get to see families grow as they return each year for their holiday vacations.
You'll make real connections with your clients.

Where Do You Want to Be?

Jobs run the gamut in this industry from housekeeping to administrative jobs, culinary to concierge. It's your decision where you want to be.

The best place to start getting a feel for the types of resorts out there is by looking at online timeshare resales. They represent a good cross section of resorts - from small business owners to global corporate entities. You'll also see that timeshare sellers are quick to point out all the amenities that their resort provides, and your services may be one of the amenities they brag about the most. It's up to you where you'll fit in best. Be sure to click on some of the links and explore the amenities that the resorts offer.

Another avenue to pursue is the ultra luxe fractional ownerships. Some offer personal chefs and 24-hour on call personal concierges. It all depends on where you see yourself in this industry.

Timeshares are located in the smallest seaside towns to metropolises like New York to the farthest reaches of Thailand, Ecuador, Israel, Egypt and everywhere in between. Talk about a world of opportunity.

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