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 - $115K *

Lead compliance excellence by conducting quality reviews, enhancing processes, and providing expert guidance to ensure timely, accurate client service and adherence to regulatory standards in a dynami...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $129K *

Manage operational revenue functions within the Treasurer's Office, supervising staff and overseeing tax billings, collections, and customer service. Ensure financial accountability and compliance whi...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $140K *

Partner with us to enhance NATO's wireless communication capabilities through expert project management and strategic alignment, ensuring effective delivery of Communication and Information Services a...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $98K *

Transform communication strategies to engage and inform diverse communities. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance public relations and manage media relations effectively, ensuring impactful mess...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$78K - $98K *

Create impactful communication strategies to engage staff and communities. Collaborate on internal and external messaging, manage media relations, and oversee digital content to enhance public engagem...

Ontario, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$68K - $143K *

Develop targeted media strategies that enhance audience engagement and meet operational objectives. Coordinate across teams to optimize message delivery and monitor performance across various platform...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $143K *

Shape the future of strategic media planning by developing impactful campaigns that align with objectives, target behaviors, and maximize audience engagement across diverse communication channels...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Transform national security through innovative AI infrastructure. Lead as a technical advisor, overseeing project management and compliance for a cutting-edge datacenter, ensuring alignment with feder...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $162K *

Partner with us to drive risk management excellence, ensuring strong oversight, accountability, and collaborative strategies across diverse projects, enhancing program resilience and stakeholder commu...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$150K - $187K *

Elevate electronic security projects by leading installation teams, managing budgets, and ensuring timely completion across diverse facilities. Collaborate with clients and subcontractors to deliver i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$74K - $93K *

Join a team that's shaping South Dakota's economic future through strategic marketing and communications. Lead initiatives that enhance public relations, executive messaging, and statewide campaigns w...

2 days ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance in affordable housing programs. You'll monitor regulations, maintain tenant files, and conduct audits, all while collaborating with colleagues acros...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$106K - $197K *

Drive innovation and technical leadership in unmanned aerial systems projects, overseeing design, development, and execution while managing cross-functional teams to meet customer expectations and pro...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $92K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and federal regulations while fostering supplier relationships and optimizing c...

Chesapeake, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $176K *

Shape innovative foreign policy solutions by analyzing data and applying expertise in international affairs. Collaborate independently to tackle complex challenges and contribute to national space pro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in complex forensic investigations, developing strategies and conducting analyses to address fraud and misconduct. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance controls and provi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$89K - $114K *

Join a team that's dedicated to crafting compelling visual narratives that elevate communication strategies. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to create impactful designs across digital and print...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

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

$113K - $141K *

Engage stakeholders by leading strategic communications for co-operative and experiential education initiatives. Shape messaging to enhance partnerships and drive successful relationships with employe...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by serving as a key coordinator and analyst, providing expert support to the Program Management Office. Drive project success through strategic logistics planning and problem-solving...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to lead innovative field deployments and optimize high-impact technology for uranium remediation, collaborating across teams and engaging directly with clients in a dynamic project man...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by providing multi-discipline security support for intelligence programs, ensuring compliance with Army regulations, conducting assessments, and advising leadership on security operat...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $110K *

Tackle critical acquisition strategies and assist in program lifecycles, collaborating closely with government teams to ensure successful outcomes and milestone achievements in the Department of Defen...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you guide cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring compliance and enhancing security operations. Leverage your expertise in cloud services and risk management to protect vital inform...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$92K - $171K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions by managing project phases for propulsion components, collaborating across teams to ensure timely completion and adherence to specifications while addressing t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Champion innovative propulsion solutions by leading project engineering efforts, coordinating analyses, and driving technical progress to ensure successful program execution and customer satisfaction...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.