About Our Community: Boasting a high quality of life and standard of living, Prince George has all of the amenities of a large city mixed with the friendliness and appeal of a smaller community. It is a regional centre for close to 326,000 people for shopping, education, health care, the arts and sports. Prince George\'s central location in the province offers work/life balance with unparalleled access to four-season outdoor recreation activities that are complemented by a full range of urban amenities and a comprehensive transportation infrastructure that connects local residents, businesses, resources and agricultural products to markets around the world. And it is only a short drive to almost anywhere in Prince George - spend less time commuting and more time doing what matters most to you! Discover all of these opportunities and more!
About Our Organization: The City of Prince George is committed to ensuring a positive, well-balanced work environment for its employees. With opportunities for employee training, wellness programs and professional development the City of Prince George offers a safe and supportive workplace in which to serve our community.
About The Opportunity: Working as part of the Communications team, you will play an integral role in the development, implementation and ongoing evaluation of various internal and external communications initiatives in support of Council priorities and City operations. Key accountabilities include: managing media relations and providing sound advice and messages on municipal issues, as well as developing strategies to promote the City\'s brand and services, You will be responsible for developing various communications strategies, conducting research related to a broad range of emergent issues, working to increase public engagement, and providing expertise to staff to communicate various departmental programs and initiatives.
About Your Background: Experienced in the areas of corporate communications, media relations, social media, marketing, and citizen engagement, you have a relevant university degree and strong organizational and project management abilities. An excellent writer and relationship builder, you have demonstrated success in developing creative solutions to a broad range of communication issues. A valid class 5 driver\'s license is required.
Why You Will Love Working for our Communications team at the City of Prince George:

• Be a part of an innovative team with a goal to be leaders in local government communication.
• Deliver the honest, transparent and timely messages our citizens want in a way they can understand it.
• Enjoy a competitive wage in this exempt position, plus an excellent benefits and pension package

Please refer to the job description on our website for more details about this exciting career!
If you are interested in joining our team, please apply by April 21, 2023 to: http://princegeorgejobs.prevueaps.ca/jobs/
For more information about living and working in Prince George, please visit: Move Up Prince George / City of Prince George
The City of Prince George thanks all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.