Sales Specialist

Employee Status: Term – Maternity Leave Coverage

Start Date & End Date: October 15, 2026 to December 31, 2027

Salary: $74,000

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 #: 2021759

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 turning ideas into events that exceed expectations? Are you driven by results, energized by collaboration, and passionate about creating moments that matter?

We are seeking a Sales Specialist to join our Hospitality Services team on a maternity leave coverage assignment. This is an exciting opportunity for a results driven, client focused professional to step into a pivotal role and make an immediate impact.

You will combine strategic sales with personalized client care to maximize catering and banquet sales, build meaningful client relationships, and help deliver exceptional experiences at Mac Donald Island Park. From the first client conversation through planning, vendor coordination, event execution, and follow-up, you’ll play a key role in bringing each client’s vision to life.

We’re looking for someone who can hit the ground running—someone confident building relationships, comfortable in a fast-paced environment, and motivated by the opportunity to make a tangible difference. You’ll have the opportunity to build on existing relationships, uncover new opportunities, and showcase Mac Donald Island Park as a premier destination for community connection and celebration.

At the RRC, our core values:
Safety, Collaboration, Innovation, Sustainability, and Diversity shape how we work, how we partner with our clients, and how we grow together. We 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 an opportunity to step in, make an immediate impact, and help create the experiences where our community comes together.

Bring your expertise. Build connections. Make an impact. Help us create the events where community comes together.

• Competitive Salary: $74,000
• Cost of Living Allowance: $13,200 per annum, paid in equal payments each pay period.
• Ten (10) Vacation Days
• Six (6) Earned Time Off Days
• Two (2) Personal Leave Days as we believe in having a work life balance.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Development Opportunities
• Membership Credit
• Team Celebrations
• Recognition Programs
• Staff Discounts

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.

• Focus on banquet sales, responsible for maximizing space usage and profitability.
• Monitor sales activities/performance to ensure revenue goals meet or exceed established plan and accurately reports variances/projections.
• Maintains existing accounts and relationships as well as builds relationships with new clients through phone, email and in person communication.
• Work one on one with clients to determine event objectives and works…