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Communications Specialist, University Relations

Summary:

The communications specialist provides leadership in the development and implementation of innovative, effective, and reliable communication strategies to advance the reputation, priorities, and goals of the college, school or unit, in alignment with the strategic plan. The role will be based centrally within University Communications to work collaboratively with colleges and schools across the university to understand their priorities, challenges, stakeholders, and communications needs.

The communications specialist works collaboratively with the college, unit, or school to develop and implement communications strategies, initiatives and goals. The incumbent works directly with and takes direction from the college, school or unit they support, understanding their values, priorities, challenges, stakeholders and needs. This position also works collaboratively with internal colleagues, which includes communications, development, alumni relations and external engagement, to achieve communications goals and outcomes institutionally and within the college, school or unit.
Duties and Responsibilities:

- Develops, implements and delivers effective and reliable communication and marketing strategies and plans, both annual and long-term, that enhance the reputation and visual identity of the college, school or unit.
- Provides strategic advice, guidance and cutting-edge solutions for priority projects that support the reputation, promotion, branding, priorities and initiatives of the college, school or unit.
- Works with college, school or unit to identify areas of specific focus in which to provide communications support and development.
- Encouragesappropriate engagementof internal stakeholders during the planning and implementation of communications strategies.
- Develops,buildsandmaintainskey relationships with internal stakeholders from various collegesandunits across campus.
- Maintains awareness of college,



school orunit’sinitiatives and activities.
- Crafts compelling content that reflects the work of the college, school or unit, as well as communications to alumni, external partners, faculty, staff, and students.
- Utilizes various platforms and channels, including but not limited to social media, written copy, website content, photography, video and more.
- Followsguidelines andpromotesconsistent messaging and branding across all channels.
- Participates inteammeetings, planning, and other activities that contribute to achieving university-wide goals in communications.
- Designscommunicationsthatare accessible and suitable for diverse audiences and diverse mediums.
- Communicates and acts in a respectful and professional manner, collaborates effectively, abides by policy, and contributes to a positive and productive work and learning environment.
- Engages in continuous learning byparticipatingin activities, training, and events related to Indigenous engagement, reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Demonstrates respect and dignity for all members of the community, actively contributes to an environment of acceptance and inclusion of others, and responds to different perspectives from a place of curiosity, respect, and non-judgement.
- Undertakes related duties, as assigned, consistent with the nature of the position.

Qualifications:

- A bachelor’s degree in communications,marketingor a related field;agraduate degreeisan asset.
- Minimum five years’ experience in communications or marketingwith progression in level of responsibility, including a breadth of experience developing and implementing all areas of strategic communications plans, preferably in a post-secondary or similar setting.
- Experience and knowledge ofuniversitycommunications support, processes, and technologyisan asset.
- Advanced knowledge of communication principles.
- Exceptional writing, editing, interviewing and storytelling skills, with demonstrated ability to create engaging stories and content for diverse audiences across multiple platforms.
- Demonstrated client service orientation.
- Strong problem solving, strategic,



and creative thinking skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and meet deadlines on multiple projects with competing demands.
- Soundjudgmentanddiscretionary decision-makingskills.
- Knowledge,understandingand/or openness to learnaboutissues (including cultural,socio-economicand other factors) affecting Indigenous peoples.
- Ability toidentifyopportunities and analyze data to inform decisions.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a diverse environment and build relationships with a broad range ofinternal and externalstakeholders
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to use and leverage technology effectively.

Department: University Relations
Status: Permanent
Employment Group: ASPA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $69,035.00 - 107,868.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 2
Posted Date: 10/30/2026
Closing Date: 11/13/2026 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus

The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action.
We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.
The University of Saskatchewan provides an accessible and inclusive workplace. Should you require support through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us for assistance.

📌 Communications Specialist, University Relations (Saskatoon)
🏢 University of Saskatchewan
📍 Saskatoon