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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$130K - $215K *

Unlock potential by leading AI architecture solutions that empower clients through innovative design, hands-on implementation, and strategic guidance, ensuring successful adoption of cutting-edge tech...

Virginia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive successful project delivery in the Telco services sector by managing complex initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with business goals while maintaining timelines...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $135K *

Lead the technology strategy for a dynamic software development team, overseeing modernization efforts and AI integration across multiple product lines. Foster innovation, accountability, and continuo...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$74K - $137K *

Drive client success by managing service delivery and support engagements, ensuring satisfaction and adherence to service level agreements while fostering strong relationships and optimizing operation...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$73K - $93K *

Lead client engagements by building strong relationships, managing projects, and driving business growth. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver high-quality solutions while mentoring staff and id...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of the Microsoft Security Solutions area, driving strategy and sales execution. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize performance, align priorities, and translate market opportunities...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading Cisco AppDynamics implementations and optimizations. Drive performance engineering initiatives, enhance application monitoring, and deliver best practices across diverse cl...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative eDiscovery solutions by managing complex projects, collaborating with legal teams, and mentoring staff. Ensure quality deliverables while exceeding client expectations through exper...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$76K - $114K *

Unlock potential by providing clinical support and education to enhance patient care and sales effectiveness in a dynamic field-based role focused on neuromodulation therapies for chronic pain and neu...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Innovate solutions by leading the strategy and implementation of AI and automation in critical facilities operations, translating operational challenges into digital advancements to enhance safety, ef...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $188K *

Drive the innovation of semi- and fully autonomous systems. Engage in research, algorithm development, and optimization to enhance AI and machine learning applications for diverse mission challenges...

Three Rivers, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $121K *

Lead impactful training initiatives designed to empower customers globally. Utilize innovative methods and foster strong relationships to enhance learning experiences and drive success across diverse...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of construction by leading project execution, managing teams, and ensuring quality standards are met on time and within budget. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project success...

Texas, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join us in overseeing construction projects, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence, and quality standards while managing teams and stakeholders effectively. Play a key role in project schedulin...

Quanah, TXRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion full-chip physical verification efforts, driving quality and accountability while collaborating cross-functionally to ensure successful tapeout readiness and clean IP delivery...

San Jose, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive full-chip physical verification efforts, ensuring quality and readiness for tapeout. Collaborate cross-functionally to influence design strategies and deliver clean IP, while leading execution p...

Irvine, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower our sales team by equipping them with critical tools and training. As a strategic partner, you'll collaborate across departments to enhance sales effectiveness and drive success with innovativ...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $189K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Scrum Master, facilitating Agile execution, coaching teams, and removing obstacles to ensure high-quality software delivery while aligning business needs with technical...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $129K *

Transform product development by coordinating timelines, facilitating collaboration, and ensuring accurate delivery of materials. Leverage critical thinking and communication skills to support leaders...

Kansas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $114K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through innovative neuromodulation therapies. In this field-based role, you'll support surgical coverage and education, driving impactful solutio...

Wilmington, DERemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$151K - $177K *

Join a dynamic team to shape compelling narratives at the intersection of technology and consumer engagement. Drive impactful PR initiatives, build media relationships, and elevate brand visibility th...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $105K *

Shape the future of justice by enhancing court operations and technology solutions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive modernization initiatives and improve service delivery across the jus...

Maine, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $90K *

Lead the charge in expanding our MTSS product roadmap, guiding development and commercialization efforts. Collaborate with educators and cross-functional teams to enhance assessment tools that support...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$75K - $90K *

Lead the strategic expansion of assessment measures and platform capabilities. Own the product roadmap, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and enhance educator tools to improve student support a...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software quality through rigorous testing and quality assurance. This role involves validating program deliverables, managing defects, and ensuring compliance...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.