Faculty Recruiter

Job Description

Do you have a passion for employee recruitment? Are you looking for an opportunity which allows you to support leaders as they grow their team? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment?

Red Deer Polytechnic is hiring a permanent, full-time (1.0 FTE) Faculty Recruiter to work within the School of Health and Wellness to provide full cycle recruitment and onboarding support for Faculty. This role is eligible for hybrid work with a requirement to work on main campus in order to facilitate the required recruitment and onboarding activities.

The Faculty Recruiter will be responsible to post the role(s) in line with current processes, pre‑screening and scheduling interviews, completion of reference checks. In addition, they will complete passive and active recruitment initiatives such as hiring events as well as coordinate and support onboarding activities for new Faculty Members. This position may also support retention activities for currently faculty members.

Position Responsibilities

The Faculty Recruiter is responsible for:

• Coordinating the hiring of faculty members which includes but is not limited to creating job postings, scheduling and participating in interviews, completing reference checks, and supporting the issuance of the employment contract.


• Developing and executing creative recruitment solutions in alignment with current best practices and RDP values.


• Ensuring the successful onboarding of the new faculty members.


• Collaborating with leaders to identify part‑time instructors and determine interest in future employment.


• Develop and execute engaging hiring events both virtually and in‑person to attract candidates.


• Develop and execute creative recruitment solutions in alignment with our brand standards and RDP values. This could include but is not limited to developing social media resources, developing communications to attract potential candidates, and participating in campus‑wide recruitment initiatives.


• Work with school leaders to identify hiring needs and evaluate existing talent within the Institution.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma in a relevant discipline such as Business Administration, Human Resources or equivalent.


• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role with proven experience recruiting in a high volume, fast‑paced environment.


• Advanced knowledge of MS Office 365 including expertise with Word and Outlook.


• Ability to work independently within a fast‑paced environment with competing demands.


• Exceptional verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered Professional Recruiter (RPR) certification.


• Experience working in a unionized environment.


• Experience working in a post‑secondary environment and/or health‑care environment.

Salary or Hourly?

Salary $55,499-$64,926

Benefits and Compensation Information

Red Deer Polytechnic offers a comprehensive benefits package including extended health and dental care through Blue Cross, access to a health spending account, pension plan, Employee & Family Assistance Program, generous vacation allotments, credit tuition waivers and opportunities for professional development funding. Additional time off due to institution closures between Christmas and New Year general holidays.

*Eligibility to access the above mentioned benefits is dependent upon the AUPE Collective Agreement and related RDP policies.

About Red Deer Polytechnic

Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta, Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) provides more than 80 industry‑relevant programs within a breadth of credentials to approximately 6,300 credit and apprenticeship students and 3,400+ learners with Continuing Education programming. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state‑of‑the‑art research and innovation centres in advanced manufacturing and energy innovation, the Polytechnic provides applied research opportunities, leadership in the social, economic, and cultural development of Alberta, and myriad lifelong learning opportunities.

Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is more than a post‑secondary institution. It is a community of highly dedicated and skilled faculty, staff, learners, and partners who are making a positive impact on the world around us. Unbound by tradition, we are focused on producing the talent, solutions, and environments needed for Alberta’s economy and society to thrive.

Red Deer Polytechnic’s main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Métis ancestral lands. This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another.

Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our polytechnic community .

Competition Number

Employment Type

Employment Type Permanent Full‑Time

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date 04/06/2026

Position End Date (if term‑certain)

FTE 1.0

Hours of Work 35

Open Date 03/02/2026

Close Date 03/13/2026

Open Until Filled No

Note to Applicant

Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.

At RDP, we are committed to a merit‑based hiring process, and we believe in an inclusive workplace that is fair, equitable, supportive, welcoming and respectful. We recognize, value, and leverage differences in identities, abilities, background, cultures, skills, experiences, and perspectives. Our practices are guided by the principles of the Alberta Human Rights Act and support the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action. If you believe you have the skills and equivalent experience and potential to contribute to this role, we encourage you to apply.

Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact Peopleandculture@rdpolytech.ca .

Special Instructions to Applicants

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter


• Resume

Optional Documents