Science Outreach Coordinator

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

A strong internal candidate has been identified. This position is contingent on conditional

funding and does not qualify for conversion under the AUPE Collective Agreement.

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Science Outreach Coordinator

Position Summary

The School of Trades and Technology is seeking a term-certain Science Outreach Coordinator for the period of July 2, 2026 to June 30, 2027. The Science Outreach Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day operations and delivery of Science Workshops. This includes creating workshop calendar of events, coordinating workshop offerings with school teachers and RDP faculty and staff, planning workshop content, ensuring required equipment and supplies are available, delivering workshops, completing required reports, and applying for grant funding and managing the budget.

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 and two Engineering Technology diplomas. 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 and Computing 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.

For further information contact:

Olga Mameeva

Science Laboratory Manager & Biosafety Officer

Phone: (403) 342-3142

Email: olga.mameeva@rdpolytech.ca

Position Responsibilities

The successful candidate will fulfill the following responsibilities:

Researches, develops and tests science workshop content and activities; Researches Alberta Education curriculum for each grade and matches proposed science activities with group requests and ABEd learning outcomes

Facilitates workshops with external groups and/or secures faculty, staff and student volunteers to facilitate workshops

Provides observational performance feedback to hiring manager for hiring science workshop instructors

Assigns and monitors day-to-day tasks to instructors

Creates the annual schedule

Prepares invoice requests

Acquires all materials needed

Ensures lab and demonstration materials are prepared and organized based on workshop needs

Distributes and collects evaluations

Writes grant applications, completes and submits grant reports

Promotes workshops and seeks out new workshop opportunities

Ensures the information on the RDP website is accurate and up to date

Ensures branding compliance with all funding partners on the RDP Science Promotion webpage and on all promotional material

Liaises with schools and other external groups to increase interest and participation in Science workshops

Leads the development and provision of services and supports, leading to exceptional cultural support and STEM learning experiences for Indigenous students

Prepares grant applications and grant reports to funding partners such as Actua and APEGGA in coordination with Extended Education (who host Science camps)

Researches and develops funding proposals and grant applications for internal and external resources in support of the implementation of strategic initiatives

Develops, manages and reconciles all income from grant sources, proposals and self-generated fees with costs associated with workshops, including salaries, benefits, supplies and travel

Maintains purchasing card

Assists Science Lab Manager for yearly budget plan for finance

Compiles statistical data and prepares reports

Required Qualifications

Four (4) year undergraduate degree, or three (3) year undergraduate degree plus one full additional year of university in a related program, representing four years of study or equivalent. BSc or combined BSc/B.Ed.

Valid Driving license

First Aid Certificate

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree or equivalent in related program

Salary or Hourly?

Hourly

Salary

Starting at $33.32 per hour

Benefits and Compensation Information

An additional 15% of the hourly rate in lieu of vacation, statutory holidays and benefits

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 (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.

Posting Detail Information

Competition Number

2026-A-094

Employment Type

Term-Certain Part-Time

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

07/02/2026

Position End Date (if term-certain)

06/30/2027

FTE

Hours of Work

Open Date

06/26/2026

Close Date

07/01/2026

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

A strong internal candidate has been identified. This position is contingent on conditional

funding and does not qualify for conversion under the AUPE Collective Agreement.

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume

Optional Documents