Expedia to add up to 100 jobs in Springfield

Bellevue, Wash.-based Expedia Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPE) has committed to expanding its Springfield workforce by up to 100, adding to its existing employee base of more than 850.

A majority of the new jobs would be global financial operations support services roles, those supporting Expedia's online travel brands including Expedia.com and Hotels.com. The company has scheduled a 9 a.m.-6 p.m. July 30 job fair at the Hilton Garden Inn, 4155 S. Nature Center Way, according to a news release.

"Springfield offers an impressive caliber of talent, and we very much look forward to growing our team here," said Frank Zijlstra, vice president of global financial operations for Expedia, in the release.

The majority of Expedia's Springfield employees work out of space at the old Springfield-Branson National Airport terminal. Since moving into the terminal in 2010, Expedia has expanded its lease by 10,000 square feet and has an additional 10,000 square feet under construction, according to the release.

The Missouri Department of Economic Development will aid Expedia's expansion by offering refundable tax credits via the Missouri Quality Jobs programs.[[In-content Ad]]