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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$125K - $150K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role that drives technical pre-sales, mentors teams, and fosters strategic customer relationships, ensuring seamless integration and expansion of innovative solutions a...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 days ago

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

$125K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing personnel and operational execution across critical Navy training programs. Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage contracts, and ensure successful program del...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$111K - $145K *

Lead transformative IT projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Collaborate across departments to translate business needs into actionable plans while mana...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$116K - $125K *

Elevate cybersecurity measures by designing and implementing robust controls for enterprise applications and infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with federal s...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $137K *

Elevate building performance by serving as the SME for Building Automation Systems, providing technical leadership and strategic oversight to optimize operations, enhance reliability, and ensure compl...

Herndon, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$154K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic leader driving customer support excellence. Own high-impact programs, optimize processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experienc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform customer experiences by designing, integrating, and optimizing innovative automation solutions. Collaborate with diverse clients to deliver technical excellence and enhance service delivery...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $135K *

Shape innovative learning solutions for Medicaid agencies, driving improvements in health and community well-being. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop engaging content and ensure project succes...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $200K *

Drive growth in a leading Cyber Consulting Services organization by enhancing operational performance, managing diverse teams, and delivering high-quality cybersecurity solutions while ensuring client...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing healthcare reporting through Epic tools. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, design reports, and provide support, ensuring successful projec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity through proactive threat detection and response. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and refine intelligence processes, ensuring...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in providing expert environmental consulting solutions for industrial clients across the U.S., focusing on permitting, compliance, and risk-reduction while nurturing client relationshi...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and architect creative strategies that drive impactful narratives across multiple formats. You’ll leverage AI tools and strategic insights to elevate...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Deliver exceptional consulting services by managing client implementations, diagnosing technical issues, and providing tailored solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless in...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of school bus safety through effective government relations and advocacy. Drive strategic initiatives while building relationships with key stakeholders at local...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by driving full life cycle recruitment for financial advisors. Collaborate with leadership and engage candidates to build a diverse talent pipeline while trackin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$191K - $293K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic employment law counsel, guiding the People team and stakeholders on compliance, investigations, and policy development to foster a supportive workplace while mit...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $263K *

Drive the design and implementation of AI-First operational environments, architecting resilient multi-cloud networks and building autonomous orchestration layers to enhance security and efficiency ac...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Elevate critical facility operations by providing technical leadership in electrical commissioning. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective testing and validation of complex electrical systems whil...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Drive strategic revenue growth by identifying and capturing new business opportunities in aerospace. Lead complex pursuits, develop executive relationships, and execute account strategies to enhance m...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$222K - $278K *

Champion enterprise sales by developing executive relationships and driving revenue growth. Own customer engagements from prospecting to close while embodying our cultural principles in a dynamic, fas...

Texas, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$161K - $299K *

Optimize critical materials supply chains by collaborating across teams to identify risks, develop new sources, and enhance resilience. Drive initiatives to improve supplier capabilities and mitigate...

Grand Prairie, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform energy solutions by leading diverse projects, conducting analyses, and collaborating with clients. Utilize engineering expertise to drive efficiency and sustainability in various sectors, en...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

The Startup Account Executive at OpenRouter will be responsible for driving new customer acquisition and building partnerships within the startup ecosystem. This role involves connecting with founders...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $185K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy, manage roadmaps, and enhance customer experiences. Lead product initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals while mentoring j...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.