Company OverviewAs a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 29,600 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed.Company OverviewAs a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 29,600 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed. RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuutina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District. Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.The OpportunityRVS invites applications for a continuing, full-time (35 hrs/wk) Communications Officer position starting October 30, 2026 at the Education Centre located in Airdrie, Alberta. The Communications Officer is responsible for delivering a range of internal and external communications functions, products and services developed to support Rocky View Schools' (RVS) goals and objectives. The Communications Officer creates messaging, conducts media monitoring, prepares division newsletters, provides event support, website support, and executes communications plans.Responsibilities IncludeAssists with planning, initiating, implementing and evaluating internal and external communication programsResearches,



writes and edits a broad range of internal and external communications materials and contentContributes to the ongoing review and update of both the internal and corporate websites to ensure quality and accuracy of informationProvides team/client counsel to understand communications objectives and make recommendations on approaches and communications strategiesAssists with team member training needs on communications platforms and technologiesBuilds and maintains highly effective relationships with RVS staffSupports Executive and Board members on communications approaches with support from the DirectorParticipates in crisis response as requiredAttends various meetings to take meeting minutes/highlights and develop related messagingLiaises with external agencies, partners, vendors, media, etc.Provides a range of event support on a variety of RVS eventsPrepares and updates key contact lists for media, government and other audiencesSupports daily media monitoring and other research to track for RVS stories, relevant issues and perceptionsSupport community engagement plans, tools, data collection and analysis and communicationDemonstrates and models a genuine appreciation for, and understanding of, protocol, discretion, and professionalism in RVSEmbraces and models the use of contemporary and emerging technologies within RVSEngages in professional development on an ongoing basisEducation/ExperienceBachelor's degree in communication, with specialization in journalism,



public relations or related fieldMinimum of three years' related experience in communicationsPrevious experience within a school division would be considered an assetAn equivalent combination of education and experience may be consideredKnowledge And SkillsDemonstrated skills in interpersonal communication and public relationsSound judgement and decision-making abilityDemonstrated event planning and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneouslyExperience creating digital communications assets, including graphics, presentations, infographics, video and/or social media contentProficient writing and editing skillsAbility to successfully work in a team setting as well as independently with minimal supervisionHigh attention to detail and commitment to qualityProficient in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applicationsExperience with SharePoint and Office 365Rocky View Schools Benefits3 weeks' vacation pro-rated based on start date11 Earned Days pro-rated based on start dateHybrid (one day a week, working remotely) with supervisor approvalBenefits Plan (Extended Health, Dental, Wellness & Spending Account, Tax Free Savings Account and Registered Retirement Savings Plan)Defined Benefit Pension PlanProfessional development and training opportunitiesPre-employment RequirementsThe successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employmentProof of qualifications/education as required by the position including WES/IQAS evaluation documents for completed education outside of Canada.Applicants must provide a professional letter of reference, attached to the job application, from their most recent supervisor, relevant to the job opportunity, written on company letterhead, signed and dated within the past 18 months; or a list of updated references of a current/recent supervisor on your application.

📌 Communications Officer - Communications - Education Centre (Airdrie)
🏢 Rocky View Schools
📍 Airdrie