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Kenai Backcountry Adventures (KBA) is Alaska’s premier wilderness guiding company — built by explorers who live and breathe the wild. From glacier treks and bear viewing to multi-day backcountry expeditions, we lead guests through some of the most remote and breathtaking places on Earth. We operate year-round across Alaska’s national parks, wildlife refuges, and untamed frontiers, offering guided experiences that are as authentic as they are unforgettable. At KBA, adventure is more than a trip — it’s a way of life. We’re passionate about sharing the raw beauty of Alaska while fostering meaningful connections between people and the wild places that shape them.

Adventure Travel Sales Representative – Alaska Adventures

Full-Time | Anchorage or Seward, Alaska

Overview

Kenai Backcountry Adventures is seeking a motivated and personable Adventure Travel Sales Representative to help grow bookings, expand our partner network, and connect travelers from around the world with unforgettable Alaskan experiences. This position combines sales, marketing, and partnership development while working on-site in Anchorage — the hub of Alaska’s adventure tourism industry.

Turn Your Passion for Alaska Into a Career

Kenai Backcountry Adventures creates bucket-list experiences in the wild heart of Alaska — from glacier treks and bear viewing to multi-day backcountry expeditions. We’re looking for an Adventure Travel Sales Representative who’s excited to connect travelers and partners with these unforgettable adventures.

This Alaska-based role is perfect for a results-driven, people-oriented professional who thrives on sales, loves storytelling, and enjoys working in a fast-moving adventure-tourism environment.

What You’ll Do

• Drive Bookings: Convert inbound leads and inquiries into confirmed reservations across all KBA tours.
• Develop Partnerships: Build and maintain relationships with travel agents, tour operators, and cruise partners throughout Alaska.
• Fuel Marketing Efforts: Build and support campaigns, promotions, and social content that increase visibility and bookings.
• Represent the Brand: Attend trade events, coordinate familiarization trips, and serve as a local ambassador for Alaska adventure travel.
• Collaborate: Work closely with operations to align sales goals with tour capacity and seasonal priorities.

What You Bring

• Proven experience in sales, reservations, or marketing, ideally within tourism, hospitality, or outdoor adventure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills — you’re persuasive, confident, and relationship-driven.
• Familiarity with CRM and marketing tools (HubSpot, GoHighLevel, Mailchimp, or similar).
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills; comfortable tracking metrics and managing multiple leads.
• A genuine passion for travel, adventure, and sharing the magic of Alaska with others.

Compensation

• Base Salary: $40,000 – $45,000, commensurate with experience.
• Commission: Tiered structure on gross revenue from direct and partner sales.
• Bonus: Annual performance bonuses for meeting or exceeding targets.
• Total Expected Earnings: Typically range $55,000 – $75,000+, with no cap for top performers.

Benefits & Perks

Core Benefits

• Retirement Plans: 401(k) with company match and IRA options.
• Paid Time Off: Earned vacation and sick time to recharge and explore Alaska.
• Financial Wellness Tools: Secure mobile platform to view pay, manage hours, and set up personal savings and budgeting goals. (Get paid early, save automatically, and track your financial health all in one app.)

Adventure & Lifestyle Perks

• Staff Housing: Limited employee housing available in Seward at reduced rental rates (first-come, first-served).
• Adventure Perks: Complimentary or discounted KBA tours and exclusive pro deals on outdoor gear.
• Company Trips & Team Outings: Experience Alaska’s adventures alongside your team.
• Career Growth: Training, mentorship, and advancement potential within a growing Alaska adventure brand.

Why Join KBA

• Work with a small, passionate team that actually lives the adventures we sell.
• Be part of one of Alaska’s most respected and safety-driven adventure brands.
• Help shape the growth of an expanding company entering new markets and partnerships.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter sharing why you’re drawn to adventure tourism and how your skills align with this role.

Kenai Backcountry Adventures is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.