Officer, Communications & Partnerships (Term Full-Time)

Position Type: Full-time term (12 to 18 month maternity leave coverage)

Employment Opportunity

Officer, Communications & Partnerships

Term Full-Time

Division: Recreation & Social Services

Position Type: Full-time term (12 to 18 month maternity leave coverage)

Location: Bold Centre

Hours: Based on a 35-hour work week, typically Monday-Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm. May require evenings or weekends for special events, projects or emergency work.

Make an Impact at Lac La Biche County

Lac La Biche County is seeking an Officer, Communications & Partnerships for a 12 to 18 month full-time term position. Reporting to the GeneralManager, Strategy & Community Growth and indirectly to the General Manager, Recreation & Social Services, this position will support effective, timely and engaging communications across the organization and community.

The successful candidate will help strengthen the County’s public presence, support communications strategies and ensure information is clear, accurate and accessible to residents, employees, stakeholders and the broader community.

What You’ll Do

- Develop and oversee promotional content, media releases, public notices, newsletters, social media and other communications.
- Support communications for the Mayor, Council, CAO and Senior Leadership Team.
- Guide marketing campaigns, branding initiatives and public awareness activities.
- Maintain an accurate, current and engaging County online presence.
- Support public engagement, consultations and community events through communications and logistical coordination.
- Serve as a media spokesperson and support crisis communications as the Public Information Officer when required.




- Build and maintain relationships with media, vendors, consultants and external partners.
- Develop internal communications that promote employee engagement, clarity and collaboration.
- Monitor public sentiment, digital analytics and media trends to inform future messaging.
- Provide communications expertise to staff, project teams and Council committees.
- Assist with work planning, budgets, contracts, agreements and related administrative responsibilities.

What You Bring

- Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism or a related field.
- 3–5 years of related experience.
- Strong knowledge of Canadian Press Style Guidelines and advanced graphic design software, including Adobe Creative Cloud.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, conflict resolution and political sensitivity skills.
- Strong time and project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Knowledge of local government or public sector practices is considered an asset.
- NACLAA Levels I and II would be considered an asset.
- A combination of related education and experience may be considered.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to play an key role in how Lac La Biche County communicates with residents,



employees, stakeholders and the broader community. If you are a strategic and creative communicator who can turn complex information into clear, compelling messages and thrive in a collaborative municipal environment.

Compensation details:

- Salary range is: $86,104.20 to $110,637.80 annually ($47.31 to 60.79 hourly)
- Superior pension and benefits package: municipal (LAPP) pension, Sunlife extended health and dental (100% employer paid), 15 daysvacation prorated biweekly, 12 days personal health leave, general illness leave, life insurance. All access pass to Bold Multiplex and Pool, Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), training and development opportunities.

Internal Posting - Closing Date: August 20, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.

Candidatesfrom this competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same classificationlevel within the next 6 months.

Wethank all interested applicants; however, only applicants selected for an interviewwill be contacted.

About Us

Lac La Biche County was formed in August of 2007, when the Town of Lac La Biche and Lakeland County amalgamated. The result is a diverse mixture of urban and rural areas.

Our Vision:Lac La Biche County is proud to be a diverse, healthy and safe community. Our citizens are engaged and enjoy enhanced social and recreational amenities. We are economically resilient as we continue to invest in top-quality infrastructure and services. We are environmental stewards who promote our natural assets, making Lac La Biche County the destination choice of northern Alberta.

Our Mission: To build a region of excellence by delivering progressive, sustainable programs and services.

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