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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$140K - $150K *

Drive the integration of advanced technologies into critical intelligence programs, overseeing project management from initiation to delivery. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with bu...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $116K *

Pioneer strategic initiatives and drive operational excellence by managing complex projects, fostering collaboration, and providing critical insights to leadership. This role demands strong political...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

4 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Champion cybersecurity initiatives by analyzing threats, conducting investigations, and enhancing security measures. Collaborate with teams to protect IT systems and present findings to leadership, en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$104K - $141K *

Drive the development of strategic communications to enhance organizational objectives. Lead media relations and corporate communications, ensuring alignment with senior management priorities and fost...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $133K *

Join a dynamic team to design and secure complex network infrastructures across multiple locations, ensuring high availability and performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet b...

Rochester, ABIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $133K *

Drive the design and security of complex network infrastructures across multiple locations. Leverage expertise in routing, firewalls, and wireless networks to ensure high availability and performance...

Johnstown, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $133K *

Elevate network performance by designing and securing complex infrastructures across multiple locations. Collaborate with teams to ensure high availability and optimize enterprise routing, firewalling...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $133K *

Drive the design and security of complex network infrastructures across multiple locations, ensuring high availability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust solu...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $133K *

Lead the charge in designing and securing complex network infrastructures across multiple locations, ensuring high availability and performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $121K *

Lead the design and management of complex network infrastructures, ensuring security and performance across multiple locations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize enterprise routing...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $133K *

Lead the charge in designing and securing complex network infrastructures across multiple locations, ensuring high availability and performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $133K *

Pioneer innovative network solutions by designing, securing, and optimizing complex infrastructures across multiple locations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high availability and p...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $133K *

Lead the charge in designing and securing complex network infrastructures across multiple locations, ensuring high availability and performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $133K *

Transform complex network infrastructures by designing, implementing, and securing enterprise-level wired and wireless systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high availability and...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $133K *

Shape the future of network infrastructure by designing and securing complex systems across multiple locations. Leverage your expertise in routing, firewalls, and wireless networks to ensure high avai...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $133K *

Innovate the future of network infrastructure by designing and securing complex enterprise systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure high availability and performance while optimizing wired and wire...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $121K *

Shape the future of network infrastructure by designing and securing complex enterprise networks. Leverage your expertise in routing, firewalls, and wireless technologies to enhance performance across...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$96K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring security compliance and administration for classified programs. You'll engage with stakeholders, manage security operations, and implement procedures to protec...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$73K - $92K *

Shape the future of broadcasting by overseeing daily operations, managing audio/video feeds, and ensuring quality assurance for Senate proceedings. Collaborate with technical partners and contribute t...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

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

$140K - $155K *

Unlock your potential by providing strategic security cooperation planning support, managing budgets, schedules, and project execution to enhance international partnerships and readiness in the USINDO...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on driving strategic sourcing initiatives and enhancing supplier relationships. Shape category strategies and manage high-profile services to align with corporate goals whil...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing civic engagement through innovative marketing and communications strategies. Collaborate with faculty and community partners to promote academic programs and...

1 week ago

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

$95K *

Champion security operations by conducting prescreening interviews, managing SCIFs, and ensuring compliance with physical security protocols. Play a key role in supporting foreign travel processes and...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform public health data management by collaborating with teams to enhance infectious disease surveillance across the Department of Defense. Utilize data science and analytical skills to drive str...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.