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 - $95K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in aerospace program management. Support prototype aircraft initiatives, manage projects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve program objective...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $115K *

Contribute to effective program operations by leading oversight of grant recipients, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and Head Start standards, and driving quality improvements to enhance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Inspire clarity and connection as a Senior Strategist, transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate across teams to define problems, develop strategies, and guide impactful decision...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$71K - $96K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing brand reputation through strategic communication. This role involves developing and executing impactful strategies, leading campaigns, and fostering engagemen...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading innovative projects and driving product development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reliability and ensure project success while managing budgets a...

Waterdown, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of program finance by overseeing budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success through effective financial manage...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $175K *

Empower mission success by managing COMSEC lifecycle functions, ensuring the security and integrity of communication systems through expert oversight and compliance with national standards...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform organizational dynamics by facilitating stakeholder engagement, coordinating change management activities, and supporting effective communication strategies for seamless transition and succe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $198K *

Join a team that's driving transformation and organizational change through stakeholder engagement, communication strategies, training, and assessment for the modernization of technology delivery and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to orchestrating high-level protocol events and supporting senior leaders. You'll manage logistics, develop event products, and ensure seamless execution of meetings and c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Information Operations training and development. Leverage your expertise to support air, space, and cyber domains, ensuring effective planning and execution o...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform security operations by directing agency-wide programs, overseeing compliance, and advising leadership on risk management. Lead a team to enhance protective measures for personnel and classif...

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

$80K - $100K *

Pioneer crisis and reputation communications strategy, advising senior leaders and managing high-stakes situations. Oversee employee messaging and build frameworks for effective communication during s...

New York, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $205K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic communications team, ensuring high-quality content that reflects the firm's voice. Collaborate with attorneys and leadership to produce compelling communicatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing internal communications and marketing strategies. You'll lead content development, manage social media, and collaborate with various departments to strengthen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $90K *

Engage in data analysis and communications to support strategic planning and policy review for federal programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely responses and effective execution of hig...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $152K *

Shape innovative product delivery by bridging business needs and technology. Drive procurement operations, enhance processes, and ensure user-centric outcomes while collaborating with stakeholders to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $133K *

Elevate your career by shaping impactful communications strategies that engage audiences and enhance reputation. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate complex narratives into compelling stories...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $105K *

Transform project execution by maintaining essential controls, documentation, and tracking commitments for data center projects. Collaborate with construction teams to ensure organizational efficiency...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $147K *

Lead the full lifecycle of complex subcontract management, ensuring supplier performance and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet program objectives in a dynamic aerospac...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Shape impactful communications for executive leadership in higher education. Drive strategic messaging and develop high-profile materials that align with institutional goals, enhancing donor engagemen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Transform communication strategies by leading a dynamic Sales Communications team, aligning executive priorities with clear messaging to enhance engagement and support organizational change across the...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Tackle information risks by ensuring compliance with IT control standards. Collaborate with IT management to identify deficiencies and improve processes, while enhancing controls through policies and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Analyze information risks and control activities in IT, ensuring compliance with COBIT standards. Collaborate with IT management to develop and enhance policies, procedures, and training, while naviga...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $191K *

Lead the charge in Project Control activities, supervising teams and developing integrated schedules and cost control programs to ensure project integrity and timely delivery while analyzing performan...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.