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.
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in project controls for complex engineering initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and budget compliance in the nuclear sector. Collaborate with teams to optimize scheduling, cost track...
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Account Director, Public Affairs
$100K - $130K *
Transform your career by leading strategic public affairs initiatives, managing client relationships, and guiding a team to deliver impactful communications that shape policy and public understanding...
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Account Director, Public Affairs
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Elevate client relationships by leading strategic public affairs initiatives, transforming complex policy into actionable communications, and guiding teams through high-stakes environments to achieve...
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Information Security Specialist - SME
$95K - $115K *
Unlock your potential as you support critical information security initiatives, ensuring compliance and safeguarding systems for mission success. Collaborate with teams to enhance security measures an...
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Senior Communications Engineer
$115K - $130K *
Elevate your career by providing expert communications engineering support to enhance airborne Battle Management Command & Control capabilities, ensuring operational readiness and modernization for cr...
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Project Engineer, Communications
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Join a team that's driving innovation in railway communications systems. Lead engineering efforts for telecommunications on major infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and integration across va...
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Project Engineer, Communications
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Join a team that's redefining railway communications by providing engineering leadership for major transportation projects. You'll oversee design, integration, and testing of advanced telecommunicatio...
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Project Engineer, Communications
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Drive engineering excellence in railway communications systems for major infrastructure projects, overseeing design, integration, testing, and compliance to ensure operational efficiency and safety ac...
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Chief Engineer, Survivable Communications and Networking Systems
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Advance the future of Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications by leading technical initiatives and fostering innovation. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver impactful solutions and ensure t...
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Develop comprehensive technical documentation for cutting-edge communication products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure clarity and accuracy, while managing multiple projects to enhan...
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Director, Communications - Media - #1 Hospital in CA
$125K - $150K *
Join a team that's shaping strategic communications to elevate our national and international reputation. Lead content development, manage crisis communications, and enhance storytelling across multip...
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Communications Director, Aerospace
$165K - $242K *
Transform the communications landscape for a global Aerospace business by developing and executing impactful strategies that enhance reputation, drive engagement, and support growth initiatives across...
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Communications Director, Aerospace
$165K - $242K *
Strategize impactful communications for a global Aerospace business, driving growth and engagement through compelling narratives. Lead a talented team, collaborate with senior leadership, and enhance...
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Communications Director, Aerospace
$165K - $242K *
Shape your career with a strategic communications leader role, driving impactful narratives and engagement for a global Aerospace business. Collaborate with executives to enhance reputation and influe...
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Communications Director, Aerospace
$165K - $242K *
Champion impactful communications strategies to elevate and support a $4.2B Aerospace business. Lead a talented team, collaborate with senior leadership, and drive engagement through compelling narrat...
2 weeks ago
Communications Director, Aerospace
$165K - $242K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of aerospace communications. Lead strategic initiatives, enhance employee engagement, and drive impactful messaging across global platforms while collaborating wi...
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Communications Director, Aerospace
$165K - $242K *
Elevate the Aerospace communications strategy, driving growth and engagement through impactful storytelling and collaboration with leadership, while managing internal and external communications in a...
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Unified Communications Administrator
$86K - $181K *
Unlock your potential by providing advanced support for global Unified Communications services, including VoIP, VTC, and IM systems. Join a dedicated team focused on operational excellence and continu...
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Unified Communications Administrator
$90K - $189K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on enhancing Unified Communications services. Drive tech modernization and support global customers with VoIP, VTC, and collaboration tools, ensuring...
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Unified Communications Administrator
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Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Unified Communications services. You'll support global customers with VoIP, VTC, and collaboration tools, ensuring seamless operations and continuous improvem...
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Unified Communications Administrator
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Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Unified Communications services globally. You'll support design, operations, and service improvements, ensuring seamless communication for our intel customers...
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Unified Communications Administrator
$86K - $181K *
Join a team that's optimizing unified communications services globally, providing advanced support for VoIP, VTC, and collaboration tools. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer experiences and d...
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Unified Communications Administrator
$86K - $181K *
Lead the charge in providing advanced support for global Unified Communications services, including VoIP, VTC, and IM systems. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance customer experience and ensure...
3 weeks ago
Unified Communications Administrator
$86K - $181K *
Join our team to oversee advanced support for global Unified Communications services, including VoIP, VTC, and IM systems. Collaborate on tech modernization and service improvement while providing exc...
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$80K - $95K *
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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.