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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$95K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance security in CI/CD pipelines, integrating advanced scanning tools and hardening infrastructure across cloud platforms. Drive vulnerability management and ensure complianc...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $125K *

Elevate security practices by integrating SAST/DAST into CI/CD pipelines, hardening infrastructure with Ansible, and ensuring compliance with federal standards. Collaborate on vulnerability management...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $125K *

Join a team that's advancing security practices by integrating DevSecOps into CI/CD pipelines, hardening infrastructure, and ensuring compliance with federal standards. Drive innovation and safeguard...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's leading complex remediation projects, ensuring safety and compliance while managing diverse teams and stakeholders. Drive project success through effective planning, execution, and...

Port Hope, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to planning and executing impactful live and virtual events. Oversee logistics, vendor management, and attendee engagement to ensure seamless experiences that align with s...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion regulatory compliance and manage complex transmission agreements. Support energy partners by navigating grid connections and enhancing operational processes. Collaborate across teams to safeg...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Empower project success by leading cross-functional teams in developing and manufacturing DoD weapon systems. Drive strategic initiatives, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while fostering innovat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Engage in managing grid connection requests and crafting complex transmission agreements. Support energy partners while ensuring regulatory compliance and financial integrity within the power system...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by developing critical technical communications for cybersecurity. Collaborate with experts to create impactful documentation that supports government initiatives and enhances oper...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K *

Optimize critical Airport Operations communication technologies, ensuring reliability and performance. Act as a liaison between teams and vendors, supporting system enhancements and operational needs...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$92K - $137K *

Advance network systems by planning, designing, and managing IT infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance, ensure security, and resolve issues, while maintaining compliance with p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving logistics engineering for avionic systems, ensuring comprehensive support from design to fielding. Collaborate on data deliverables and analysis to enhance maintenance and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join us in enhancing our IT environment by providing hands-on support, managing systems, and driving process improvements. Collaborate with teams to ensure secure and efficient IT operations while lea...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative marketing and communications strategies, enhance brand presence, and support business growth. Collaborate across teams to execute campaigns, manage digital platforms, and create impac...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion strategic communications and marketing for a leading engineering college. Drive brand elevation, oversee integrated campaigns, and manage crisis communications while enhancing national reputa...

2 days ago

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

$98K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing strategic marketing initiatives, enhancing brand presence, and supporting business growth. Collaborate with leadership to create impactful content and manag...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead complex low-voltage projects, mentoring teams and ensuring excellence in execution. Drive client communication, manage budgets, and uphold safety and quality standards while fostering collaborati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Elevate public engagement and partnerships by leading strategic communications initiatives that promote equity and visibility for diverse educational communities and Tribal Nations, ensuring culturall...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $206K *

Elevate your career by providing expert consultancy in IT service operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy in corporate actions processing for financial clients. Collaborate with teams to resolve...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $122K *

Elevate internal communications by leading strategies that engage over 9,000 Team Members across diverse locations. Drive alignment, culture, and feedback initiatives to enhance the Team Member experi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$72K - $100K *

Lead the execution of integrated marketing campaigns, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize project management processes and enhance operat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $100K *

Shape the future of integrated project management by leading diverse teams, ensuring flawless execution, and driving project success through strategic collaboration and effective communication across...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $100K *

Champion integrated project delivery by leading teams, managing schedules, and ensuring flawless execution. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to meet client goals while maintaining budget and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$96K - $157K *

Transform telecommunication projects by managing site acquisition and compliance for 5G deployment. Collaborate with stakeholders, analyze site locations, and ensure all necessary permits are obtained...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$129K - $131K *

Transform workplace accessibility by providing expert assistive technology support, research, and training for employees with disabilities. Collaborate with various stakeholders to evaluate and implem...

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.