Communications Specialist Jobs

Explore Communications Specialist opportunities with employers seeking experienced professionals to shape clear, consistent messaging. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior communications roles across corporate communications, public relations, media relations, and internal communications.

What Does a Communications Specialist Do?

Communications Specialists plan and deliver messaging that helps organizations connect with employees, customers, media, and other stakeholders. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include writing and editing announcements, developing communication plans, coordinating media outreach, supporting executive communications, managing content channels, and tracking engagement. The work often involves collaborating with marketing, human resources, leadership, and subject-matter experts.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills, along with sound judgment and attention to detail. Experience with communications strategy, media relations, crisis communications, internal messaging, digital publishing, or analytics can be valuable. Senior roles may require a relevant degree or equivalent experience, a strong portfolio, and a track record of advising stakeholders and managing projects across teams.

Explore Communications Specialist Career Opportunities

Communications Specialist job titles and responsibilities vary by organization and industry. Search for roles that align with your strengths, such as corporate communications, public relations, employee communications, or strategic communications. Browse vetted opportunities on Ladders to find professional communications jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more.

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$115K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Cyber Analyst (Tier 2) / Incident Commander, managing escalated cybersecurity incidents in a 24/7 operations center. Drive incident response, stakeholder communication, and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Support the evolution of Oracle EPM solutions, enhancing business operations through requirements gathering, configuration, and collaboration to drive improvements for military and civilian agencies...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $110K *

Drive success by leading complex sales strategies for education solutions, fostering relationships with senior leaders, and shaping long-term partnerships that enhance operational efficiency and commu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$84K - $126K *

Innovate compelling digital marketing strategies to elevate customer engagement, optimize campaigns, and enhance digital experiences across all touchpoints, driving measurable business growth and coll...

Torrance, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $177K *

Shape the technical vision and architecture strategy for major initiatives, driving secure, scalable solutions while collaborating across functions to align business objectives with engineering effort...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $115K *

Unlock potential by sourcing top talent through innovative recruiting strategies. Engage with candidates, manage referrals, and support proposal efforts to build a robust talent pipeline for future op...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform strategic vision into actionable plans by leading complex projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and client leaders to ensure alignment and deliver measurable business impact thro...

Covington, KYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive strategic healthcare marketing initiatives. Lead client relationships, oversee peer-to-peer programs, and mentor team members to ensure compliance and achieve results while fo...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining endpoint management by designing and optimizing Active Directory, Group Policy, and Intune solutions for a global organization, ensuring seamless integration and user pro...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $140K *

Optimize Salesforce capabilities in a federal environment by leading projects, managing requirements, and enhancing user experiences through effective configuration and migration strategies. Join us t...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

Engage in leading a dynamic team dedicated to delivering top-notch offensive security engagements, ensuring delivery quality and client satisfaction, while collaborating with sales to expand accounts...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $250K *

Shape the future of business development by driving Quantum opportunities and building strategic relationships across federal markets, with a focus on Defense & Intelligence to win multi-million dolla...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to drive technical pre-sales, mentor peers, and enhance customer relationships. Own the sales process for strategic accounts, ensuring seamless transitions and fostering growth thr...

San Francisco, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading security initiatives and shaping strategy. Collaborate with teams to design and implement robust security solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals and compliance s...

Florida, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Join our team as a Principal Security Engineer, where you'll design and enhance security solutions, shape strategy, and lead initiatives to protect enterprise assets while mentoring junior engineers a...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving high-impact commercial data center projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, timelines, and budgets while fostering collaboration among...

Quanah, TXRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing high-impact commercial data center projects, ensuring alignment with client goals, timelines, and budgets while fostering collaboration among stakeholders and driving opera...

Texas, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $185K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of defense by driving new business opportunities, building relationships, and leading contract execution within the Army's PAE Fires/Maneuver Ground sector. Take...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $185K *

Take ownership of a dynamic portfolio, driving new business within Army Aviation. Build relationships, shape solutions, and lead contract execution while managing risks and ensuring customer satisfact...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $185K *

Champion the growth of new business within the Army by building relationships, shaping solutions, and leading contract execution while managing a diverse portfolio and driving customer satisfaction th...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $89K *

Lead the development and submission of high-quality grant proposals, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities. Collaborate across departments to secure funding and support impactful community...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $156K *

Drive data excellence by leading analytics initiatives, enhancing governance, and integrating systems. Collaborate with leadership to deliver impactful insights and ensure compliance while leveraging...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$145K - $185K *

Champion the growth of Army Aviation business by identifying, shaping, and executing new opportunities. Build trusted relationships, lead contract execution, and drive portfolio success while managing...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic field sales team to drive growth in the aerospace and defense sector, focusing on innovative software solutions for unmanned aerial systems, while fostering relationships and achieving...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower our team by supporting and enhancing enterprise applications. Ensure optimal application performance, facilitate user engagement, and foster cross-functional collaboration for continuous impro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Communications Specialist do?question toggle

    A Communications Specialist creates and coordinates messaging for an organization. Typical work can include writing content, supporting media relations, developing communication plans, preparing executive or employee communications, and measuring audience engagement.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Communications Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek strong writing and editing abilities, communication strategy experience, project coordination skills, and familiarity with relevant channels or tools. Some roles request a degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

  • Which skills are important for Communications Specialists?question toggle

    Clear writing, editing, storytelling, organization, collaboration, and sound judgment are widely useful. Depending on the position, employers may also value media relations, crisis communications, digital content, analytics, and experience advising senior stakeholders.

  • Can Communications Specialist jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Compensation depends on factors such as seniority, employer, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Communications Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Browse Communications Specialist listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, including opportunities in corporate communications, public relations, and related specialties.