Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This position is subject to budget approval.

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Legal Assistant Instructor - Continuous Appointment (Probationary)

Faculty/Instructor Profile

Faculty at Red Deer Polytechnic:

• Are passionate about teaching, learning, and student success.

• Pursue professional learning to continually enhance their practice and their discipline.

• Are recognized for their contributions to both local and global communities.

Role Description
As Red Deer Polytechnic’s future takes shape, growing our breadth of credentials (to include our own degrees) and programs, our institution has high expectations of our amazing faculty. But we do recognize that new hires may not have all the skills and experiences when applying. We want you to know that there is some flexibility to develop your talents over time. The initial focus for new faculty will be on teaching and student success with lots of opportunity for professional development, growth and collaboration. Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is committed to all faculty acquiring the identified Key Attributes over time.

Teaching
The faculty member combines discipline expertise with evidence based teaching to facilitate effective and varied learning experiences.

Student Success
The faculty member encourages student success in an engaging, supportive environment by being responsive to student needs and ideas.

Professional Development
The faculty member engages in the continuous pursuit of knowledge to maintain currency in their discipline and their teaching practice.

Research, Scholarly and Creative Pursuits
The faculty member has the opportunity to pursue impactful scholarly and creative activities and disseminates knowledge that advances the discipline, enhances the reputation of Red Deer Polytechnic, and improves communities.

Community Contributions
The faculty member values engagement, contributing knowledge and their own expertise to the betterment of Red Deer Polytechnic and local communities, as well as discipline-based, national, and global communities.

For More Information: Faculty Profile

Position Responsibilities

The Donald School of Business is seeking a Full Time Probationary Continuous Legal Assistant Instructor commencing August 5, 2026.

Responsibilities of Full-Time Faculty at the Donald School of Business include (but are not limited to):

• Delivering courses congruent with established course curricula and program outcomes
• Supporting the success of students with diverse cultural and educational backgrounds and learning styles
• Assessing student learning in ways that both facilitate learning and ensure achievement against appropriate academic standards
• Inspiring students by exhibiting enthusiasm for teaching, learning, and subject material
• Contributing to course and program curriculum development and renewal
• Engaging in scholarly activity within the domains of Ernest Boyer’s model: scholarship of discovery, application, integration, and teaching
• Working collegially within department, School, or Institution committees and project teams

The Donald School of Business at Red Deer Polytechnic is a growing, learner-centred community that advances the mission of Red Deer Polytechnic to strengthen and enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta. The Donald School of Business contributes to the vitality and strength of the economy and businesses of Central Alberta through the development of graduates that work and excel in the region.

The DSB contributes to Red Deer Polytechnic’s comprehensive mix of programming, offering learners a range of credentials including certificates, post-diploma and graduate certificates, diplomas, university transfer programs, and collaborative degrees. We continue to evolve as a School, seeking opportunities to offer innovative new programs and credentials to serve our learners. Our priority is to deliver an exceptional learning environment for our students by focusing on excellence in teaching in learning and experiential opportunities both inside and outside the classroom that contribute to their future success.

The Donald School of Business programs:

• Advanced Accounting Diploma
• Aviation Certificate
• Bachelor of Business Administration Degree
• Business Certificate
• Business Diploma
• Legal Assistant Diploma

For further information contact:
Lisa Henderson, Interim Dean
Donald School of Business
Email: lisa.henderson@rdpolytech.ca

Required Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in relevant discipline (i.e. Bachelor of Laws, Juris Doctor, Criminal Justice); or, a combination of a Baccalaureate Degree with extensive professional experience as a Legal Assistant or working in a law office

• Record of relevant professional development activities

• Record of relevant professional work experience

• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• A related Graduate Degree (MBA or LLM) or additional Baccalaureate Degree related to Business Administration.

• Post-secondary teaching experience

Salary or Hourly?

Salary

Salary

Commensurate with education and teaching experience at the post-secondary level

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 dependent upon the FARDP 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-F-021

Faculty Employment Type

Continuous Probationary

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

08/05/2026

Position End Date (if term-certain)

FTE

1.0

Hours of Work

Open Date

05/15/2026

Close Date

05/21/2026

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 identifies, 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

This position is subject to budget approval.

Required Documents

• Resume

• References Names and Contact Information

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents