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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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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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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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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Communications Advisor (Calgary, AB)
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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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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...
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Senior Information Security Specialist
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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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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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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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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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Registered Communications Distribution Designer
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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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Senior Communications Engineer
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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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Technical Writer Stratigic Communications - US Army Support
$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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Technical Writer Stratigic Communications - US Army Support
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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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Senior Communications Associate
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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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Senior Business Communications Specialist
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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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$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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Communications Manager - Aviation
$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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Knowledge Management Specialist
$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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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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Senior Enterprise Communications Lead
$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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Senior Enterprise Communications Lead
$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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Senior Enterprise Communications Lead
$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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Senior Enterprise Communications Lead
$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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Senior Enterprise Communications Lead
$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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Configuration Management Specialist
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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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What does a Communications Specialist do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.