Exciting Opportunity at Red Deer Polytechnic! We’re thrilled to announce a full-time position for an Associate Dean in the School of Trades and Technology. With an anticipated start date in August 2026, we’re on the look for an enthusiastic individual to join our leadership team to support our growing student population and program mix. This role focuses on Skilled Trades programs, making it a unique and rewarding opportunity for the right candidate. Come be a part of our vibrant academic community and contribute to the growth and success of our students!
Red Deer Polytechnic’s School of Trades and Technology is a multidisciplinary school committed to innovation, applied learning, and student success across a broad spectrum of programs. We are Alberta’s third-largest provider of Skilled Trades Apprenticeship training, offering 17 trades. RDP is a major sponsor of Skills Canada Alberta and has seen many of our students excel in Skills competitions provincially, nationally, and at World Skills.
Our School’s strength lies in its diversity—where apprentices learn alongside future scientists, engineers, and technology professionals in state-of-the-art facilities, with access to innovation centres and cutting-edge equipment. Faculty across all disciplines prioritize excellence in teaching, industry engagement, and meaningful experiential learning opportunities. Whether in the trades, engineering technology, sciences, or computing fields, our graduates are known for being skilled, adaptable, and ready to contribute to the evolving needs of Central Alberta and beyond.
