Athletics Games Lead Attendant (Hiring Year Round)

Position Summary
The Athletics department is hiring multiple positions with start dates throughout the year. Hours will be variable and dependent upon athletic game schedules. This posting will remain open until April 1, 2027 and review of applicants will be ongoing.

The Athletics Games Lead Attendant, under the direction of the Events & Community Engagement Coordinator, provides support and coordination for the successful running and reporting of Intercollegiate Athletics Games at Red Deer Polytechnic and contributes to the creation of a safe, exciting, and positive environment for all participants.

Position Responsibilities
Supervision of the Game Attendants and Volunteers:

• Provides direction to game attendants, PA Announcers, Photographers, Mascot staff, practicum students, and other staff & volunteers during events in accordance with operational needs.
• Acts as a supervisor during events to ensure RDP policies, practices, and procedures are being followed by all staff, and volunteers.

• In collaboration with Sport Services, complete pre- and post-event set up and take-down
• Records, compiles, and reports game statistics, documents and information to internal and external contacts who require the information (i.e. ACAC, CCAA).
• Facilitates and delivers in-game engagement activities, promotions, contests, and giveaways.
• Operates RDP Athletics social media accounts during home events and maintains accurate, real-time score updates across designated platforms.
• Reports any incidents to the Events & Community Engagement Coordinator or the Manager of Athletics
• Ensures that all spectators for events adhere to the ACAC Spectator Code of Conduct

• High School diploma or equivalent

• One year college certificate or equivalent
• Six months to 1 year of related experience
• Some experience with staff supervision
• An understanding of the entire game/event experience and needs of the attendants and participants
• Interpersonal communication skills or customer service experience

Benefits and Compensation Information
An additional 15% of the hourly rate in lieu of vacation, statutory holidays and benefits.

Desired Start Date
September 1, 2026

Position End Date
April 30, 2027

Hours of Work
Hours of work will vary, include evenings and weekends, and be dependent upon operational needs.

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 [email protected].

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