Calgary Police Service - City of Calgary

City of Calgary

Verified Company

Calgary, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary.

City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, antiracism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As a Communications Specialist, you will help the communications team in providing services to internal and external clients including writing and editing communications materials. Primary duties include
Draft and edit content for communications materials for different mediums and channels, including newsletters, web, speaking notes, presentations and social media.
Develop and implement communications plans and tactics, including creative solutions and identifying opportunities.
Meet with clients, project teams and service providers to identify their needs, translate technical information into simple terms and discuss creative and responsive solutions and costs of service.
Organize special events and meetings such as booking facilities and creating agendas and related materials.
Collect and summarize information and data by conducting environmental scanning and researching industry trends.
Develop and distribute news releases ensuring the appropriate spokespersons are prepared for any interviews.
Answer media calls and help coordinate responses on behalf of the Calgary Police Service (CPS).
Analyze and distribution media clippings.

Qualifications

A degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or a related field and at least 1 year of related experience.
A high level of understanding and implementing Canadian Press (CP) Style is required for this position.
Previous work experience in a police environment is considered an asset.
Success in this position requires efficiency and thoroughness, focus on results, service orientation, impact and influence and relationship building. A strong communicator with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fastpaced environment with time sensitive deadlines.

Working Conditions:
There are several physical requirements of this position, including deployment outside of the office.

Long periods of standing and/or walking, movement of equipment to locations as required, as well as field work in a variety of environments.

Pre-employment Requirements