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This position is conditionally funded and does not qualify for conversion under the AUPE Collective Agreement.

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Position Information

Position Title

Applied Research Technician II: Community Services Mapping and See the Signs (Summer 2026)

Position Summary

Project Title: Community Services Mapping and See the Signs / Red Flag Awareness

Red Deer Polytechnic has secured funding for a fully funded student researchers for Summer 2026 (May – August) to work on two projects. A summer research experience provides students with paid experiential learning opportunities at RDP, enhancing their interest and success in developing technical and professional skills.

Students will have the opportunity for skills development and networking through primary research activities, workshops, speaker series, career mentorship, and other events.

This summer student will support two applied research initiatives focused on community safety, prevention, and social innovation:Community Services MappingandSee the Signs / Red Flag Awareness. Both projects work closely with community partners to generate practical, evidence‑informed tools that improve awareness, coordination, and early intervention.

Position Responsibilities

Student Responsibilities:

TheCommunity Services Mappingproject involves identifying, documenting, and visualizing community‑based supports and referral pathways related to safety and wellbeing. The student will assist with background research, environmental scans, and data collection from public sources and community partners. They will help organize and synthesize information, support stakeholder engagement activities, and contribute to the development of community maps, summaries, and knowledge‑mobilization materials that highlight service connections and gaps.

TheSee the Signs / Red Flag Awarenessproject focuses on increasing understanding and practical use of Red Flag and Yellow Flag laws through co‑designed, culturally responsive tools. The student will support applied research activities including surveys, focus groups, and interviews under an ethics‑approved protocol. They will assist with data organization, transcription, and analysis, and help refine and test project tools and learning materials.

Skills Students Will Gain

• Hands‑on experience in community‑engaged applied research, mixed‑methods data collection, partner collaboration, and translating research findings into real‑world outputs with tangible community impact.

Required Qualifications

• Be currently registered at Red Deer Polytechnic; and

• Be able to work in Canada

• Available for work from May 4 – August 28, 2026 (~4 months)

• Ability to work from 8:30am – 4:30pm from Monday to Friday

• Proven strong work ethic, attendance record and productivity in an independent work environment demonstrated through previous employment, education, or volunteer experience.

• Proven ability to work within a team and communicate positively supporting new and different ideas

• Ability to complete work duties such as sitting, standing, and/ light physical effort over modest periods of time, with some opportunity for relief and task variety.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to review literature, write summaries, and present findings.

Salary or Hourly?

Hourly

Salary

$20.30 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’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 ourpolytechnic community****.

Posting Detail Information

Competition Number

2026-A-045

Employment Type

Casual

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

05/04/2026

Position End Date (if term-certain)

08/28/2026

FTE

1

Hours of Work

35 hours per week

Open Date

03/17/2026

Close Date

03/27/2026

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 contactPeopleandculture@rdpolytech.ca.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is conditionally funded and does not qualify for conversion under the AUPE Collective Agreement.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents