Associate Dean - Trades & Technology; Interim

Associate Dean - Trades & Technology (Interim)

This position will remain open until filled; however, review of applicants are ongoing.

Exciting Opportunity at Red Deer Polytechnic! We’re thrilled to announce an interim full‑time position for an Associate Dean in the School of Trades and Technology. With an anticipated start date in June 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 and Technology 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.

Alongside this, our Science, Computing, Engineering Technology and Culinary programs are rapidly growing, offering certificates, diplomas, university transfer options, and collaborative degrees that prepare students for careers in research, industry, health, and technology.

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.

The Associate Dean serves an academic and operational leadership role, contributing to the future growth of the School and Red Deer Polytechnic. You are responsible for:

• Provide academic leadership for skilled trades, apprenticeship, and Culinary Arts programs, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the development, renewal, delivery, and evaluation of curriculum, including apprenticeship classroom training and Culinary Arts programs.
• Support learner success by addressing academic progression, instructional quality, and student experience across trades and technology pathways.
• Contribute to School‑level strategic and operational planning, with an emphasis on enrolment management, program sustainability, and emerging trades and technology opportunities.
• Allocate and manage resources within established budgets, including facilities, equipment, and staffing, to support high‑quality hands‑on learning environments.

• Maintain strong relationships with industry partners, employers, apprenticeship sponsors, and regulatory bodies to ensure programs remain current and labour‑market responsive.
• Support provincial apprenticeship requirements, including compliance with training standards, and technical training expectations.
• Advance work‑integrated learning, applied projects, and industry partnerships that enhance student employability and job readiness.
• Represent the School on internal and external committees related to trades, culinary arts, and workforce development.

• Provide leadership and support to faculty in the delivery of high‑quality, learner‑centred instruction within shop‑ and lab‑based environments.
• Encourage the effective integration of educational technologies and innovative delivery models suited to trades and applied technology education.
• Promote applied research, innovation, and industry‑driven projects aligned with the School’s mandate and regional economic priorities.
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