Staff and Faculty Leadership
Red Deer Polytechnic's senior leaders are identified as Exempt employees and adhere to terms and conditions of their employment.
Red Deer Polytechnic has three constituency groups which represent its employees. They are:
- Alberta Union of Public Employees (AUPE)
- Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE)
- Faculty Association (FARDC)
You may view each of these constituency group collective agreements. You may also wish to learn more about professional development opportunities provided to Red Deer Polytechnic's employees as part of a comprehensive benefits package.
About AUPE Members at RDP
AUPE represents staff who work in a variety of areas at Red Deer Polytechnic, supporting our students and supporting the day-to-day operations of the institution.
Questions? Please contact:
Terry Oakley, AUPE Local President | Email: terry [dot] oakley [at] rdc [dot] ab [dot] ca | Call: 403.342.3521
About CUPE Members at RDP
CUPE Local 1445 represents about 150 Red Deer Polytechnic staff, working in areas as diverse as Human Resources, Campus Management, the Library, Financial Services, Student Services, and more.
Our Local is directed by the membership through general meetings that are held three times each year. The Executive meets monthly to discuss concerns, issues, and ideas put forward by our membership.
Questions? Please contact:
Trina Carroll, CUPE Local 1445 President at RDC
Email: trina [dot] carroll [at] rdc [dot] ab [dot] ca | Phone: 403.343.4098
About Faculty Association Members
The Faculty Association of RDC (FARDC) represents a membership of more than 400 instructors, counsellors and librarians at the post-secondary institution.
FARDP's mission is: to foster a positive environment in the College by facilitating the pursuit of teaching excellence and by promoting the professional and personal growth and well-being of its members.
Resources:
- Faculty Association Members' Manual
- Alberta Colleges and Institutes Faculties Association (ACIFA) website
Questions? Please contact:
Ken Heather, FARDC President | Email: ken [dot] heather [at] rdpolytech [dot] ca | Phone: 403.343.4092