Communications Coordinator Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 55194)

Description

The City of Edmonton is looking for a collaborative and detail-oriented professional to join the Infrastructure Services (IS) department. As a Communications Coordinator, you will play a vital role in supporting  IS by bridging the gap between technical project details and community understanding. You will help foster positive relationships with community partners and ensure that information is shared effectively and creatively. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to  major city building projects while working alongside a dedicated team of communications experts.

What will you do?

• Support the implementation of communications and engagement plans specifically for the City's infrastructure projects
• Draft, write, and coordinate a wide variety of materials, including news releases, newsletters, social media content, and speaking notes
• Coordinate the logistics for public events and community initiatives, including leading volunteers and evaluating event success
• Liaise with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure all marketing and educational materials are delivered on time
• Gather complex information from project teams and translate it into clear, meaningful content for the public

For more information, visit the Infrastructure Services page.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a two-year college or technical institute program with coursework related to marketing, journalism, communications, or public relations
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a public relations, public affairs, or public information role
• Opportunity Concept:
  • Graduate from a two-year college or technical institute program with coursework related to marketing, journalism, communications, or public relations

Assets:

• Experience working within a large, complex public sector organization
• Familiarity with infrastructure or transportation projects

Skills required for success:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a focus on accuracy and succinctness
• Ability to navigate difficult conversations and manage interactions with people affected by construction activities
• Working knowledge of media relations, social media, design coordination, and print production
• Excellent organizational skills to manage competing priorities and multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to build effective working relationships with diverse groups and internal collaborators at all levels
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm) 
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation, and inclusion

Conditions of Employment:

• Applications must include a cover letter outlining how your education and experience is relevant to the position
• Applicants may be tested

Work Environment:

• Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement, and the incumbent will be notified in advance
• Availability to work evenings and weekends to attend events is required

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.

Up to 1 permanent full-time position

Hours of Work:  40 hours per week

Salary Range: $36.128 - $45.418 (Hourly); $75,435.26 - $94,832.78 (Annually)

Opportunity Concept: $29.724 - $34.408 (Hourly); $62,063.71 - $71,843.90 (Annually)

Recruitment Consultant: SM / RF

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

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Classification Title: Public Info Officer I - 8hrs
Posting Date: May 11, 2026
Closing Date: May 18, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MST)
Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Permanent Full-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: Integrated Infrastructure Services
Work Location(s): 13th Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4

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