Project Coordinator

RDP; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Red Deer Polytechnic is seeking a Project Coordinator to lead and manage various projects within the institution. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, a collaborative approach, and the ability to work independently. This role involves coordinating project planning, communication, and budget management to ensure project success. A comprehensive benefits package is included, and the position is permanent part-time with 24.5 hours per week.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Access to health spending account

Pension plan

Employee Family Assistance Program

Generous vacation allotments

Credit tuition waivers

Opportunities for professional development funding

Qualifications

• Three to five years of related experience required.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to determine priorities and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage project planning, design, implementation, and assessment.
• Coordinate project communication, timelines, and reporting.
• Manage project budget and human resources processes.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Education

Four-year undergraduate degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

As strong internal candidate has been identified.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Summary

The Project Coordinator leads and manages the planning, design, implementation, and assessment of one or more projects within a single operational area or across the institution as guided by a project sponsor. Projects will be highly collaborative and can involve a variety of internal and external stakeholders. The Project Coordinator will display a high degree of initiative and the ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve high-end results. This individual utilizes analytical skills, flexibility, and creativity to support decision-making in serving the strategic and operational objectives for the project. They will coordinate project planning, communication, timelines, and reporting as needed and keep project sponsors and other stakeholders apprised of project progress. This position can include project budget management and human resources process management as required. The Project Coordinator will play a critical role in ensuring project success.

Position Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the Project Coordinator include :

• Project Management
• Budget Implementation
• Human Resources Coordination

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 in Business Administration or other related field.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of related experience
• Project management experience is required
• Ability to champion and lead change; a proactive, collaborative, results-oriented style
• Ability to work in a dynamic, ever-changing, fast-paced environment with multiple demands, competing priorities and numerous deadlines
• Ability to use and interpret complex data to accurately advise and inform decision makers
• Strong analytical skills, ability to think outside the box, and apply creative solutions to issues presented
• Able to advance multiple operational initiatives and decision points within established timeframes and budgets
• Strong leadership and teambuilding skills
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship building, and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to exercise good judgement and discretion, and maintain confidentiality
• Effective organizational, time management, and planning skills
• Excellent oral, written, and technical skills
• Proven ability to determine priorities, be self-directed, and work with minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and awareness of the operation of a post-secondary institution is preferred

Salary or Hourly?

Salary $51,500 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 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

Competition Number 2025-A-065

Employment Type

Employment Type Permanent Part-Time

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 07 / 02 / 2025

Position End Date (if term-certain)

FTE 0.7 FTE

Hours of Work

Hours of Work 24.5 hours per week

Open Date

Open Date 05 / 15 / 2025

Close Date

Close Date 05 / 22 / 2025

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.

To enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta, we value the contributions of individuals with diverse perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, individuals of all sexual orientations, and persons of any gender identity or expression.

Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail] .

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Special Instructions to Applicants

As strong internal candidate has been identified.

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

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