The City of Edmonton is seeking a talented communications qualified with a keen interest in tackling complex projects to plan for Edmonton today and the future. You have a knack for sparking public interest in future-focused ideas and plans by breaking down complex concepts in a way that Edmontonians will understand easily.

The City’s Urban Planning and Economy (UPE) Department is recruiting a Communications Advisor to lead communications activities that support the City’s business goals.

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 will lead communications strategies to tell the story of how UPE is planning for our growing city and how the City is preparing for the day when two million people call Edmonton home. The position will also lead communications activities to support the extensive public engagement we undertake as we plan for that growth.

What will you do?

Develop and implement communications and marketing strategies for projects, programs, initiatives and public engagement activities

Identify opportunities to tell the City’s story around how we are planning and managing Edmonton’s growth

Maintain an understanding of City Council and corporate priorities

Maintain awareness of policies, programs and legislation from other orders of government

Identify emerging issues, provide timely advice and implement effective issues management strategies

Manage media relations, lead media events and monitor media activities, including supporting/coaching UPE spokespeople in preparing for media interactions. Alternatively, serve as spokesperson, as appropriate

Review reports for City Council and prepare plans and messaging related to the public release of reports, when needed

Lead marketing, creative/design,



advertising and videography projects in collaboration with internal City teams and external contractors

Write content to use in communications materials including news releases, newsletters, social media plans, videos, advertising, printed materials, 311 scripts and the City’s website

Other related duties, as required 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 position

Asset

Accreditation in the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) or Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) Skills required for success: Considerable experience in taking complex ideas and simplifying for a broad audience

Exceptional storytelling skills, including writing/editing content for use across a range of communications tools

Extensive knowledge of new and existing communications principles, practices and techniques

Considerable experience in leading and/or working with other professionals in fields such as creative design, audio/visual production and advertising coordination

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

Adeptly pivot as programs and initiatives/projects evolve as goals and objectives adjust

Handle multiple projects with both short- and long-term deadlines

Excellent verbal, interpersonal and presentation skills

Strong project management and event planning skills

Experience and proficiency with contemporary computer technologies (e.g., Google platform, Microsoft Word, etc.)

Alignment to the City’s Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework

Alignment to the City’s Cultural Commitments

Alignment to the City’s Leadership Competencies

Conditions of Employment

Applicants may be tested

Work 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 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/COEbenefits

Up to 1 permanent full-time position

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

Salary: $48.841 - $61.547 (Hourly); $86,045.63 - $108,430.43 (Annually)

Recruitment Consultant: SM / RF

📌 Communications Advisor (Edmonton)
🏢 City of Edmonton
📍 Edmonton