Communications Advisor Full-time Job

Are you a talented communications professional with a keen interest in understanding complex topics like finance, business planning and procurement and sharing that knowledge with Edmontonians? Are you invested in our city and want to help show how we are managing public funds to deliver services for Edmontonians accountably, transparently and sustainably? If so, we invite you to join us as a Communications Advisor!

The City of Edmonton is looking for up to one creative, experienced and strategic communications professional to join the Financial and Corporate Services (FCS) Department. Financial and Corporate Services is the backbone of the City, providing support to the organization as it delivers 70 services and over 200 construction projects. This support includes managing the City’s finances, property tax collection process and real estate portfolio, and offering expertise in business performance, IT and tendering.

As a Communications Advisor for this department, you will join a high-performing team dedicated to helping Edmontonians understand how we deliver excellent value for their money. In this position, your strong writing skills will make complex information accessible for Edmontonians and City employees. You will take a strategic approach to plan and deliver communications  that achieve both the department’s and the City’s goals.  

What will you do?

• Collaborate with colleagues on the FCS team to develop and implement integrated communications, engagement and external relations plans
• Lead, develop, manage and implement integrated marketing and communications strategies and tactics for both external and internal audiences
• Collaborate with other communications, engagement and external relations teams across the organization to support the business needs of FCS and the City of Edmonton
• Identify emerging issues and provide timely advice, responsive issues management and effective strategies to mitigate risks to the organization’s reputation
• Manage media relations, plan and manage proactive and reactive media events, develop consistent messaging, coach spokespeople and serve as a spokesperson
• Work with both internal and external support services, such as designers, research companies and marketing agencies, to help create effective strategies to meet the business needs of the department
• Write news releases, public service announcements, media advisories, brochures, newsletters and other communications products
• Edit, develop and update online and 311 content for programs, projects and initiatives
• Use diverse communications tools and tactics, such as on-site video/photo captures and engaging posts for social media, to meet communications goals
• Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications

• A degree in communications, public relations or related discipline with a minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in a corporate communications, public relations or public affairs position; OR
• A diploma in communications, public relations or related discipline with four years of progressively responsible experience in a corporate communications, public relations or public affairs position

Assets: 

• Accreditation in the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) or Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) would be an asset
• Knowledge of City of Edmonton initiatives and programs related to infrastructure design and construction would be an asset

Skills required for success:

• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills with extensive knowledge of communications practices, principles, and techniques and considerable background experience or knowledge or allied fields, such as advertising, creative services, audio and visual production, social media and content creation.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues at all levels of an organization, including senior leaders managing operational and policy/program areas, and contractors or consultants
• Superior issues identification, management and media relations skills
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Excellent project management and event planning skills
• Experience and proficiency with contemporary computer technologies (e.g., Google platform, Microsoft Word, Adobe suite, etc.)
• Ability to work after-hours work to provide media support at public events
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion (https://bit.ly/3hd2d95)

Work Environment:

• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance.

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected]. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits

Up to 1 permanent full-time position 

Hours of Work: 33.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary Range: $46.149 - $58.155 (Hourly) ; $81,303.000 - $102,454.570 (Annually)

Talent Acquisition Consultant: RM/MZ

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Classification Title: Public Information Officer II
Posting Date: Jun 18, 2024
Closing Date: July 2, 2024 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Permanent Full-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: Financial and Corporate Services
Work Location(s): Chancery Hall, 5th Floor, 3 Sir Winston Churchill Square Edmonton T5J 2C3

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