Job Description

Job Number

53554

As a Communications Advisor, you'll play a vital role in ensuring that information from the Parks and Roads Branch is accurate, engaging, and informative for the public and internal teams. You'll act as a strategic consultant, advising colleagues and leaders on the best ways to communicate projects and initiatives. This dynamic position involves quickly responding to a changing environment, developing comprehensive communications plans, and building strong relationships with a variety of internal and external partners.


This role focuses on integrated communication planning and tactic development, managing media relations, and providing support for events and public engagement initiatives. You'll lead, manage, and implement communication strategies for both internal and external audiences, while also handling media inquiries and promoting Parks and Roads projects. A key part of your work will involve identifying appropriate messages and channels for specific audiences to effectively engage the community. You will also be a part of developing web and 311 content to advance business goals.

What will you do?

Lead the development, management, and implementation of integrated marketing and communications strategies for both internal and external audiences Identify emerging issues and provide timely advice, effective strategies, and responsive products Manage media relations and potential issues, which includes organizing media events and developing consistent messaging Edit, develop, and update web and 311 content for various programs and projects Use corporate social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter to advance business goals Contribute to the development of effective public event and engagement strategies Organize strategic media events aligned with program and service delivery opportunities Ensure communication materials are timely, accurate, and reflect the branch and department's service standards

Qualifications

:A degree in a communications, public relations, or a related field, supplemented by a minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in a public relations, public affairs, or public information position OR a diploma in a communications, public relations, or a related field, supplemented by a minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in a public relations, public affairs, or public information position

Assets:

Previous experience in media relations and reputation management Experience with integrated marketing and communications, including social media Experience working with diverse teams and community partners

Skills required for success:

Strong verbal and written communication skills to advise on tactics and develop various communication products like news releases, brochures, and web content The ability to work under continuous deadline pressures, especially with unexpected work due to unpredictable weather conditions Excellent relationship-building skills to work closely with program areas and find common ground with various groups Creative and innovative problem-solving skills to navigate complex issues and find new ways to communicate effectively The ability to work inclusively and collaboratively across the organization and with key external partners, such as community groups Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm) Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment:

Applicant may be tested

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 employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits

Hours of Work:

40 hours per week

Salary Range:

$44.816 - $56.472 (Hourly) $93,575.810 - $117,913.540 (Annually)

Talent Acquisition Consultant:

DM/MM

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Classification Title

Public Info Officer II - 8hrs

Posting Date

Oct 20, 2025

Closing Date

Nov 3, 2025 11:59:00 PM (MST)

Number of Openings (up to)

1 - Temporary Full-time

Union

CSU 52

Department

DCMO - City Operations

Work Location(s)

MNP Tower, 10235 101 Street NW Edmonton T5J 3G1