Athletics PA Announcer (Hiring Year Round)

Position Information

Position Title

Athletics PA Announcer (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 PA Announcer is the main voice of the Red Deer Polytechnic Kings and Queens on game night. The PA Announcer’s duties include playing music, announcing starting lineups, all game action, public address announcements, presentations, contests, and other duties as assigned.

Position Responsibilities Game Night PA Announcing

• Meets with event leads in order to review schedules and exchange information about game night happenings, additional events, national anthem performers, and starting lineups.
• Reads prepared scripts.
• Reviews and announces crowd control procedures before the beginning of each event.
• Informs patrons of upcoming events at a specific venue.
• Announces programs and player substitutions or other changes to patrons.
• Instructs and calms crowds during emergencies.
• Learns to pronounce the names of players, coaches, institutional personnel, officials, and other individuals involved in an event.
• Improvises commentary on items of interest, such as the background and history of an event or the past records of participants.

Master of Ceremonies

• Serves as master of ceremonies on game nights for special events.
• Reads prepared scripts describing halftime games, acts or tricks presented during performances.
• Is fun and engaging to all in attendance.

Music and Atmosphere

• Works with game night staff to ensure proper setup/takedown of game night sound systems and PA announcer tools (microphone, music player, speakers, etc.).
• Previews any music intended for broadcast over the public address system for appropriate language and content. All music must be approved by supervisor.
• Is aware of the actions and mood of the crowd with the intent to keep patrons and the venue safe.
• Is in communication with the game night lead for any improvisational needs that may occur on a game night.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• One to two years of public speaking experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of post-secondary training, completion of a community college certificate including trades apprenticeships or equivalent.
• Public speaking
• Ability to conduct oneself in alignment with RDP Values
• Experience in handling conflict
• Energetic and enthusiastic with interest in Athletics
• Knowledge of Athletic Games is an asset

Salary or Hourly?

Hourly

Salary

$22.18 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 our polytechnic community .

Posting Detail Information

Competition Number

2026-A-110

Employment Type

Casual

Number of Vacancies

Multiple

Desired Start Date

09/01/2026

Position End Date (if term-certain)

04/30/2027

FTE

Hours of Work

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

Open Date

07/24/2026

Close Date

04/01/2027

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 contact [email protected].

Special Instructions to Applicants

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents