Program Assistant, School of Health and Wellness (2.5 Month Term) at Red Deer Polytechnic

Position Information

Position Title Program Assistant, School of Health and Wellness (2.5 Month Term)
Position Summary The School of Health and Wellness is currently seeking a term-certain full-time Program Assistant for the period of January 12 to March 27, 2026. The Program Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to programs within the School of Health and Wellness. The Program Assistant acts as the front-line support for student inquiries and will provide program specific information as required.

This position coordinates the timetabling process and timetable entry as well as provides project administrative support during periods of curriculum renewal and/or accreditation. The incumbent will use reporting systems to generate reports and maintain databases.

The Program Assistant performs a wide variety of administrative support services, all of which contribute to the efficient and professional operations of the School of Health and Wellness.

Position Responsibilities | Support Associate Dean, Faculty, Operations Manager with course/program delivery and execution:

• Provides faculty and staff with information concerning Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) processes and timelines, service and support, administrative practices, office equipment and basic software questions.
• Organizes and prepares for new academic year (preparing new class schedules and forwarding to internal areas as required, updating student forms, attendance and marks records for certain specific program areas, prepares student and instructor packages for each intake).
• Coordinates instructor submission; completes the preparation of course outlines as required, course packs and manuals.
• Reviews, tracks, disclosure form collections, class lists, program enrolments, internal phone book listing, security lists, informs appropriate individuals for action.
• Assists programs in course evaluation preparation and documentation.

Managing Student Inquiries & Supporting Student Success:

• Acts as an initial point of contact from students, staff, faculty and external contact; responding to questions as appropriate or forwarding to appropriate individual.
• Provides program specific information regarding requirements, electives, procedures, timelines and general program facts for designated portfolio. Refers students to the Student Connect Centre Advisors as required.
• Communicates with Registrars Office in relation to student applications, continuing student registration, prior learning assessments; provides program specific information that is communicated to prospective and registered students.
• Provides support for student orientation and retreats

Position Responsibilities Timetable Entry:

• Collaborates with the Academic Operations Manager, Associate Dean and Chairs to coordinate the timetable process to ensure conflict free scheduling of course and course sections; works with Scheduling Office to correct any issues or conflicts as they arise, including those related to impacts from other events occurring on campus
• Collaborates with other Schools to schedule courses that are across Schools (i.e. Service courses, instructor who teaches course is in a different School, etc.)

Systems Use

• Generates reports through Banner/Cognos to provide information and up to date class rosters
• Monitors, maintains and updates the central Blackboard program site to ensure currency of program specific information

Meeting, Event, and General Administrative Support

• Supports program and program advisory committee meetings by planning and preparing meetings, preparing agendas, attending meetings, taking and distributing minutes
• Coordinates details related to events and meetings; this can include external stakeholders, internal events, program spotlights, program information nights, recruitment and retention events, specialized program meetings, etc.
• Attends meetings, records and prepares minutes, communicates and follows up on action items to relevant parties, distributes minutes as appropriate

Other related duties as outlined on job description
Required Qualifications

• Two (2) years of post-secondary training, ideally in Office Administration, Business Administration, or related program.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint)
• Working knowledge of Records Management

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using BlackBoard, Banner, Cognos would be an asset
• Experience working in a post-secondary educational institution would be an asset

Salary or Hourly? Hourly
Salary $27.15/hr
Benefits and Compensation Information
About Red Deer Polytechnic Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta, Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) provides more than 100 industry-relevant credit and non-credit programs to approximately 11,000 credit, non-credit and apprenticeship students. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres, RDP provides education and applied research opportunities in partnership with industry and communities
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.
Posting Detail Information

Competition Number
Employment Type Term-Certain Full-Time
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date 01/12/2026
Position End Date (if term-certain) 03/27/2026
FTE 1.0
Hours of Work Primarily 8:30 to 4:30, Monday to Friday
Open Date 12/08/2025
Close Date 12/19/2025
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 [email protected]
Special Instructions to Applicants
Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents