Explore Communications Specialist Jobs

Communications specialists help organizations share clear, consistent messages with employees, customers, media, and other audiences. Their work may span writing, public relations, internal communications, content development, and reputation management. Explore vetted Communications Specialist opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Communications Specialist Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization and industry, but may include drafting and editing announcements, coordinating communications campaigns, preparing executive messaging, supporting media relations, and managing content across digital channels. Specialists may also help shape communication plans, monitor audience engagement, and ensure that messages reflect organizational goals and brand standards.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong writing, editing, presentation, and project-management skills. Experience with communications strategy, public relations, employee engagement, social media, or content management can be valuable. Many roles call for a bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field, along with relevant professional experience.

Where Communications Specialists Work

Communications specialists work across industries, including technology, healthcare, financial services, education, government, and nonprofit organizations. Depending on the employer, a role may focus on internal communications, corporate affairs, media outreach, executive communications, or integrated marketing.

Find Communications Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Ladders helps experienced professionals discover vetted jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Browse Communications Specialist openings to compare responsibilities, industries, and qualifications, and find a role that fits your experience and career goals. Compensation and requirements vary by employer and position.

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$80K - $85K *

Engage with us to enhance network infrastructure, providing critical support for LAN/WAN services. Utilize your expertise in troubleshooting and problem resolution to ensure seamless operations within...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $85K *

Optimize network performance by providing expert support for LAN/WAN infrastructure, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring seamless operations across the medical network. Collaborate with teams to enha...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$147K - $220K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with experts to enhance command, control, and communications infrastructures. Influence national policies and develop innovative strategies to support critical milita...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing compelling internal and external communications. Collaborate with stakeholders to craft stories that align with corporate objectives, ensuring accurate representation and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $128K *

Advance mission-critical communications by installing and maintaining radio systems, fiber optics, and network infrastructure to ensure safe mining operations. Collaborate with teams to optimize conne...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing our cybersecurity and GRC programs. You'll drive initiatives across risk management, compliance, and operational security, playing a vital role in strengtheni...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize acquisition processes by managing program plans and financial analyses. Collaborate with teams to support USAF weapons acquisition, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering effecti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize acquisition processes by managing program plans and financial analyses. Collaborate with teams to support the USAF weapons acquisition lifecycle, ensuring compliance and effective project del...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$60K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing federal acquisition processes. Support the GSA's Assisted Acquisition Services by managing procurement activities, collaborating with stakeholders, and drivin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Empower project success by designing and optimizing structured cabling systems. Leverage technical expertise and client engagement to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring compliance with industry st...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Transform communication systems engineering by managing integration and lifecycle processes for defense acquisition programs, ensuring effective collaboration across teams to enhance airborne Battle M...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $125K *

Champion strategic communication and project management to articulate funding needs and technical direction for a key government program. Engage diverse stakeholders and translate complex data into co...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $125K *

Drive strategic communication and project management to articulate funding needs and technical direction for a key government program, engaging diverse stakeholders and translating complex data into c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $92K *

Lead the development of clear, impactful communications on flood policy. Collaborate with teams to create compelling content, manage social media strategies, and engage diverse audiences while trackin...

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

$74K - $124K *

Empower your career by developing and executing internal communication strategies that enhance employee engagement and drive organizational initiatives across diverse teams. Collaborate to foster a cu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $188K *

Transform strategic communications by analyzing market dynamics and stakeholder engagement. Drive awareness and action through tailored messaging frameworks and performance assessments, ensuring align...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $133K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing a dynamic communications strategy for a major terminal development project, ensuring clear messaging and stakeholder engagement throughout the construction...

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

$105K - $120K *

Lead knowledge management initiatives by maintaining critical documentation, supporting engineering teams, and ensuring compliance with security standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance com...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to develop impactful communications that enhance strategic initiatives and partnerships. Collaborate across diverse projects, utilizing your expertise to translate complex ideas in...

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

$139K - $260K *

Join us to shape strategic communications that engage 200,000 employees globally. Advise senior leaders, develop impactful plans, and drive understanding through effective messaging in a dynamic, hybr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $260K *

Join a team that's shaping strategic communications for a global workforce. You'll advise senior leaders, develop impactful plans, and drive engagement across HR initiatives, ensuring clarity and alig...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$153K - $239K *

Drive impactful communications strategies that engage 200,000+ employees globally. Collaborate with senior leaders to align business needs with employee experience, ensuring clarity and action across...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $260K *

Shape the future of employee engagement by providing strategic communications counsel, developing impactful plans, and guiding HR initiatives to enhance understanding and alignment across a global wor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$167K - $260K *

Drive strategic communications initiatives that engage and inform a global workforce of 200,000 employees. Advise senior leaders, develop clear plans, and influence stakeholders to enhance employee ex...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by ensuring the integrity and control of technical products and documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage configuration items and changes throughout their lifec...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Communications Specialist do?question toggle

    A Communications Specialist develops and shares messages for an organization’s audiences. Typical work can include writing and editing content, supporting communications campaigns, coordinating internal updates, assisting with media relations, and maintaining consistent brand messaging.

  • What qualifications are common for Communications Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Many employers look for a bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field, plus relevant experience. Strong writing, editing, interpersonal, and project-management skills are frequently requested; specific requirements vary by role.

  • Where can Communications Specialists work?question toggle

    Communications Specialists work in many sectors, including technology, healthcare, finance, education, government, and nonprofit organizations. They may specialize in corporate communications, public relations, internal communications, executive messaging, or digital content.

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

    Some experienced Communications Specialist roles may offer salaries of $100,000 or more, depending on factors such as seniority, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities in this salary range.

  • How can I find Communications Specialist jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse Communications Specialist listings on Ladders and review each posting’s responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation information to identify opportunities aligned with your experience and goals.