###Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• This position will remain open until filled; however, the first review of applications will begin on March 30, 2026.
• Please include a minimum of three Reference Names/Contact Information, two of which must be supervisors with direct knowledge of previous coaching experience in your application.
• Please provide proof of NCCP certification as listed in the Coaches Association of Canada database under the attachment option “transcript”.
• The successful incumbent may have the opportunity to apply for additional positions within Athletics or across the institution to support more full-time employment.
• Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is committed to ensuring the safety of staff, learners and visitors to campus and requires all employees in this position to provide a satisfactory Check in accordance with the Polytechnic’s Criminal Record Check Policy prior to the start of their employment. The Check must be dated no more than 90 days prior to your start date.

##Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Head Coach, Men's Basketball

Position Summary

Red Deer Polytechnic Athletics is hiring for a Head Coach, Men’s Basketball. Coaches of Red Deer Polytechnic athletic teams are responsible for the recruitment, selection, and training of their players. They are responsible for all aspects of leadership, coaching, and guidance during actual competition, and general leadership, guidance, and supervision outside of training or competition times. The coach is co-responsible for all promotions and public relations specific to their team and communicates as required with external media.

This contract may be renewable at the conclusion of each academic year.

Position Responsibilities

The Head Coach, Men’s Basketball will report to the Manager, Athletics & Student Life with respect to all aspects of the coaching role, responsibilities include:

Coaching:

• Maintaining an active, focused recruiting plan.
• Designing and executing a Yearly Training Plan (YTP) program including, on and off the court sessions, scheduling appropriate competitions, and team building.
• Utilizing appropriate tactical and technical strategies during competition.
• Ability to put coaching theory into practice.
• Analyzing student-athlete performance and providing effective feedback.
• Providing appropriate mental and physical conditioning tactics for student-athletes.
• Fulfill all mandatory coaching education and safe sport training requirements

Personnel:

• Recruiting and supervising teams personnel such as assistant coaches, team managers, etc.
• Establishing a culture that ensures equal and fair treatment of all his/her team members.
• Establishing a channel of communication between self and players, self and the Manager, Athletics & Student Life, and players (captains) and the Manager, Athletics & Student Life.
• Prepare a self-evaluation at the conclusion of each athletic year, with such evaluation based on input from players, colleagues, and others as solicited.
• Establishing team practices that promote the philosophy of excellence in academics, athletics, and community engagement.

Administrative:

• Supporting and acting in accordance with the strategic direction and initiatives as they relate to fundraising, general promotions, budget management, appropriate administrative responsibilities, and community and alumni relations.

• Ensuring the appropriate academic standards of the student-athletes are monitored and met.

• Working cooperatively with staff from across various departments/areas to enhance the delivery of their program. This includes but is not limited to Sport Facilities, Marketing & Communications, and Development and Alumni Relations.

• Submitting annual non-conference budgets as requested, and responsible for keeping expenditures within the finalized and approved budget.

• Having complete knowledge of all ACAC by-laws as well as Red Deer Polytechnic policies relating to their athletic program.

• Ensuring all team staff and members have full knowledge of all ACAC laws and Red Deer Polytechnic policies as appropriate.

• Attending all Red Deer Polytechnic Athletics Coaches Meetings, and ACAC coaches meetings as scheduled.

Required Qualifications

• NCCP Level II certification or “in training” Train to Train

• Minimum of 2 years coaching at a college or senior competition level

• Strong organizational and effective time management skills

• Excellent communication skills

• Strong work ethic

Preferred Qualifications

• NCCP Level III certification or certified Train to Train

• Minimum of 3 years coaching female athletes at a college or senior competition level

Salary or Hourly?

Salary

Salary

Salary commensurate with education and experience

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 ourpolytechnic community****.

Posting Detail Information

Competition Number

Employment Type

Term-Certain Part-Time

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

05/01/2026

Position End Date (if term-certain)

06/30/2027

FTE

Hours of Work

Open Date

03/17/2026

Close Date

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 contactPeopleandculture@rdpolytech.ca.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• This position will remain open until filled; however, the first review of applications will begin on March 30, 2026.

• Please include a minimum of three Reference Names/Contact Information, two of which must be supervisors with direct knowledge of previous coaching experience in your application.

• Please provide proof of NCCP certification as listed in the Coaches Association of Canada database under the attachment option “transcript”.

• The successful incumbent may have the opportunity to apply for additional positions within Athletics or across the institution to support more full-time employment.

• Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is committed to ensuring the safety of staff, learners and visitors to campus and requires all employees in this position to provide a satisfactory Check in accordance with the Polytechnic’s Criminal Record Check Policy prior to the start of their employment. The Check must be dated no more than 90 days prior to your start date.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents