Employee Status: Exempt Regular Full Time
Target Start Date: September 15, 2025
Salary: Starting at $75,000
Cost of Living Allowance: $13,200 per annum, paid in equal payments each pay period.
Company: Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo
Department: Sales & Events
Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta
Requisition #: 2021653

ABOUT US:

At the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo (RRC), everything begins and ends with our vision: Together, we create community.
Are you a relationship builder who thrives on bringing people together through unforgettable experiences? Do you have a natural talent for connecting with clients, understanding their vision, and translating it into events that exceed expectations? Are you driven by results, energized by collaboration, and passionate about creating moments that matter?
We are currently seeking a Sales Specialist to join our Hospitality Services team - a pivotal role that blends strategic sales with personalized client care. This position is all about maximizing catering and banquet sales, building meaningful client relationships, and ensuring that every event hosted at MacDonald Island Park is both seamless and spectacular. From initial planning and vendor coordination to execution and follow-up, you’ll play a key part in turning ideas into reality while advancing the RRC’s reputation as the premier destination for community connection and celebration.
At the RRC, our core values: Safety, Collaboration, Innovation, Sustainability, and Diversity - are not just words on a page. They shape how we work, how we partner with our clients, and how we grow together. We are proud to foster a culture rooted in Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging, where every team member is respected, supported, and empowered to contribute meaningfully.
This isn’t just a sales role. It’s a calling for someone who understands that every event is more than a booking, it’s an opportunity to create lasting memories, strengthen community bonds, and showcase the best of what we offer.
If you’re ready to bring your expertise, creativity, and passion for client success to the forefront, we encourage you to apply.
Grow with us. Make an impact. Help us create the events where community comes together.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Criminal record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Reporting to the Manager, Hospitality Services the Sales Specialist will oversee clients and assigned portfolios, working closely with internal and external clientele to maximize the catering sales business. The Sales Specialist will assist clients with banquet and event planning to achieve client goals and provides support for operations in the areas of planning, execution, and vendor/client management.