Job Number: 55468Are you a talented communications professional with a passion for topics like city building, regional development and growth planning? Are you excited to work alongside others in helping to plan and shape the city of the future? Are you looking for a challenging position where you can flex your strategic communications skills?The City’s Urban Planning and Economy (UPE) Department is recruiting a Communications Advisor to provide integrated services to support the business goals and objectives of the department and the City. Urban Planning and Economy is a forward-looking department that plans, promotes and advocates change that moves this city towards the Edmonton envisioned by the residents we serve.The Communications Advisor is responsible for creating and implementing marketing and communications plans for high-profile planning and development projects. They will manage media relations, public information sharing, and public engagement to support these projects. The role involves developing creative content strategies across various channels, ensuring consistent messaging, and managing potential issues. The Advisor will also collaborate with other municipalities across the Edmonton Region to develop and implement regional planning initiatives. Overall, the goal is to manage public expectations and maintain the City's positive reputation while aligning with the vision of the Urban Planning and Economy department and the City of Edmonton.What will you do?Lead, develop, manage and implement integrated marketing and communications plans and projects for both external and internal audiencesIdentify opportunities and emerging issues and provide timely strategic advice and effective communication strategiesManage media relations and potential issues, including reviewing reports for City Council, planning and managing media events, developing strategies and messaging, coaching spokespeople and serving as a spokespersonMaintain a broad perspective on corporate priorities, as well as those of council, stakeholder groups and other orders of government.Work with clients,



designers and suppliers to help create effective communication and advertising productsLead and support marketing and education initiatives as well as client responses to citizen inquiriesProvide communications support to public engagement initiatives, involving residents in the development of projects and initiativesWrite news releases, public service announcements, media advisories, brochures, newsletters and other communication productsEdit, develop and update web and 311 content for programs, projects and initiativesUse social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter) to advance business goals and enhance internal and external communication effortsRelated duties as requiredQualifications:Degree in a communications, public relations, or related field, supplemented by a minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in a designated public relations, public affairs, marketing or public information position OR;Diploma in a communications, public relations or related field, supplemented by a minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in a designated public relations, public affairs or public information positionAsset:Accreditation in the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) or Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS)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 robust working relationships with colleagues at all levels of an organization, including senior leaders managing operational and policy/program areas, and contractors or consultantsSuperior issues identification,



management and media relations skillsExcellent verbal, interpersonal and presentation skillsStrong project management and event planning skillsExperience and proficiency with contemporary computer technologies (e.g., Google platform, Microsoft Word, Adobe suite, etc.)Alignment to our Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion FrameworkAlignment to our Cultural CommitmentsAlignment to our Leadership CompetenciesConditions of Employment:Applicants may be testedWork Environment:Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52.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.This position requires the successful candidate to be available for on-call work outside of regular work hours. Hours of work may be subject to the terms and conditions of a variable hours of work program.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/COEbenefitsUp to 1 temporary with benefits full-time position for up to 24 monthsHours of Work: 33.75 hours per week, Monday to FridaySalary: $48.841 - $61.547 (Hourly); $86,045.63 - $108,430.43 (Annually)Recruitment Consultant: SM / RFClassification Title: Public Information Officer IIPosting Date: Jun 30, 2026Closing Date: Jul 14, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Project Term (Up to 36 months) Full-timeUnion : CSU 52Department: UPE Communications and EngagementWork Location(s): 11th Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4
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📌 Communications Advisor (Edmonton)
🏢 City of Edmonton
📍 Edmonton