Communications Specialist - Edmonton, Canada - City of Edmonton

City of Edmonton

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Edmonton, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

Communications Specialist - Marketing and Communications Division

Job Number:

46723

Do you have the "write" stuff? The Edmonton Public Library (EPL) is looking for a remarkable writer, media savvy go-getter and project management ace to join our marketing and communications team.

We are a small team with big ideas.

If you are proactive, like a variety of projects (corporate communications, media relations, corporate events) and thrive on change, we need you to help spread the words about all the great programs and services available at our amazing library.

We offer competitive compensation, an excellent pension and benefits plan, and an earned day off program. EPL is a great place to take your career

Reporting to the Marketing and Communications Manager, you will support the execution of EPL's marketing communications plan and tactics

Key responsibilities include:

Implementation of EPL's media strategy including first point of contact for media, drafting and issuing media releases, coordinating media calls, pitching stories and reporting on results.
Working with the marketing team and project leads to leverage media.
Planning, coordinating, drafting and editing EPL's corporate collateral and marketing communications tools such as our annual report and website.
Writing, editing and proofing internal and external communications as well as speech writing for EPL executive and board members.
Assisting in the development and coordination of varied EPL projects, events and marketing campaigns.
Leading the development and analysis of EPL newsletters including those targeted at customers, teachers, volunteers and media.

Qualifications:

Related postsecondary diploma or degree.
A minimum of 3 years of directly related experience.
Demonstrated experience working with media and media relations.
Knowledge and experience engaging stakeholders through social media.
Membership in the International Association of Business Communications (IABC) or the Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) is an asset.
Working knowledge of advanced computer programs like Adobe Photoshop and Creative Suite is an asset.

What do you need to bring to this position?

Exceptional communication skills including writing, editing and revision skills.
Customer service orientation.
Effective project management abilities.
Welldeveloped organizational and time management skills.
High attention to detail.
Creativity and initiative.
Demonstrated ability to excel in a teamoriented environment combined with ability to work independently to complete multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Good understanding of CP Style guide.

Who we are:

The secret ingredient for making EPL a magical place is no secret at all; in fact, it's very simple
We share. We share stories, ideas and experiences. We share with our customers, our communities, and ourselves. We are Edmonton's largest lender of all manner of information and entertainment.

Pay Band:
$ $42.52 per hour

Approximately $60,866 $77,698 per annum based on a 35 hour work week.

Note:

Classification Title:
Professional Services 2

Posting Date:
May 10, 2023

Closing Date:
May 21, 2023, 11:59:00 PM (MDT)

Number of Openings (up to): - Permanent Full-time

Union:
CSU 52

Department:
Edmonton Public Library

Work Location(s): Stanley Milner Library, 5th Floor, 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square Edmonton T5J 2V4