Student Recruitment Specialist

Position Information

Position Title

Student Recruitment Specialist

Position Summary

The Recruitment Specialist, reporting directly to the Student Recruitment Coordinator, works closely with internal and external partners to advance Red Deer Polytechnic’s domestic enrolment goals by executing a comprehensive recruitment strategy. Key responsibilities include planning and delivering recruitment activities; building and maintaining relationships with prospective students, families, secondary schools, and community organizations; and supporting learners’ progression from prospect to applicant to enrolled student.

This role requires the ability to work independently and brings a high level of flexibility, creativity, initiative, and collaboration. Success in the position depends on strong relationship building and interpersonal skills to effectively connect the recruitment team with faculty, internal and external stakeholders, and prospective students. With a solid background in marketing and events, the incumbent contributes expertise that supports meaningful engagement with target audiences and strengthens recruitment efforts.

This position may require flexible work hours and domestic travel.

Position Responsibilities

Recruitment

Develop, coordinate and deliver presentations, workshops and resources to prospective students.

Outline event needs, plan and execute event strategy, and other recruitment events as required.

Recruit and convert leads to achieve enrolment targets and strategic enrolment goals.

Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team to promote and market recruitment events and initiatives to students through a variety of promotional vehicles.

Deliver on campus tours.

Develop material for self-guided campus tour.

Support the delivery of organization-wide events.

Deliver information sessions and activities both on and off campus.

Assist in the planning and coordination of the annual Counsellor Update Breakfast.

Represent Red Deer Polytechnic and liaise with other schools/organization at both on and off campus events.

Develop and maintain working relationships with high school counsellors, career advisors, external training and education providers, prospective students, parents/guardians, and external audiences.

Maintain a database of recruitment events.

Complete cost benefit analysis on recruitment events to measure effectiveness and efficiency.

Recommend ELAA events that Red Deer Polytechnic should attend.

Research recruitment initiatives at other educational institutions within Alberta and Canada

Use creativity to develop recruitment initiatives to generate applications and increase conversion.

Engage qualified leads, coordinate and execute outreach campaigns to persuade prospective students to apply and enroll.

Measure the impacts of recruitment activities and events to inform future planning.

Coordinate inquiry management with larger marketing team.

Respond to inquiries made in person, by phone, email or mail in a timely manner.

Community Events & Tradeshows

Keep up to date on general RDP information, including programs, application requirements, admissions processes, continuing education and summer camp information to promote RDP to the community.

Attend community tradeshows, like Agri-Trade, local Career Fairs, etc. to promote RDP in the community.

Manage inquiries received from community events.

Support larger Marketing & Communications initiatives and events as required.

Required Qualifications

Two (2) years of post-secondary training, completion of a community college certificate including trades apprenticeships or equivalent such as Diploma or degree in Marketing, Communications or Public Relations, Business, Event Planning, Psychology.

2 to 3 years of relevant experience.

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office 365 suite.

Preferred 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.

Flexibility: ability to multi-task, adapt to changing priorities and prioritize projects.

Great customer service skills and communication skills.

Outgoing, strong presentation skills.

Salary or Hourly?

Salary

Salary

$68,804 to $80,490 Annually

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 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

2026-A-105

Employment Type

Permanent Full-Time

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

08/10/2026

Position End Date (if term-certain)

FTE

1.0

Hours of Work

8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

Open Date

07/10/2026

Close Date

07/24/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

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

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume

Optional Documents

References Names and Contact Information