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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$88K - $164K *

Drive financial excellence by managing program budgets, forecasts, and reporting. Collaborate with project teams to analyze financial data, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with established...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $163K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing community engagement through strategic communication. Lead citywide initiatives, manage media relations, and support public involvement efforts to foster tran...

3 weeks ago

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

$165K - $195K *

Explore advanced optical and quantum communication systems engineering to support national security initiatives. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions for critical c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $180K *

Transform the strategic landscape by leading a team of strategists, crafting insightful briefs, and driving client success through innovative strategies and measurable outcomes. Collaborate across dep...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's pivotal in advancing the GMD Next Generation Interceptor program. Contribute to engineering efforts, facilitate communication, and evaluate technical outputs to ensure project succe...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $106K *

Analyze and optimize Amazon DSP and paid search campaigns to drive results across Retail Media. Leverage data insights to enhance performance, ensuring KPI excellence while managing fast-paced, multif...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $130K *

Manage a high-performing team overseeing pre- and post-award procurement processes, ensuring compliance with regulations while providing expertise in Federal contracting and acquisition strategies for...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading complex software and hardware projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and compliance with industry standards while fostering strong r...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $200K *

Champion large-scale enterprise application initiatives, leading Agile teams to drive digital transformation, manage program execution, and ensure alignment with strategic objectives while fostering c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$77K - $102K *

Pioneer innovative building systems by enhancing performance and efficiency. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality commissioning services, ensuring optimal functionality for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Manage and enhance IT security for the AF SAP Enterprise, advising key officials on INFOSEC practices and policies. Lead strategic planning and policy development to ensure compliance with federal reg...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful change by leading technical and management strategies for MPE development, ensuring robust support for operational and intelligence commitments across various military and intelligence...

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

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of content and technology by designing and executing innovative workflows that transform pillar content into diverse formats, ensuring quality and efficiency ac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by designing and executing innovative content workflows, leveraging AI to enhance efficiency and quality. Collaborate with diverse teams to create impactful, structured content acr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $105K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project execution and operational excellence in medical communications. Leverage your project management skills to ensure timely delivery and high-qual...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $115K *

Lead the charge in transforming complex ideas into compelling visual stories. Collaborate across teams to produce high-quality video, photography, and audio content that resonates with diverse audienc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $205K *

Lead the charge in transforming complex technology into compelling narratives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design impactful presentations and materials that resonate with diverse audien...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$196K - $245K *

Elevate brand presence by leading strategic communications and marketing initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product adoption, enhance community engagement, and create compel...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$105K - $205K *

Elevate complex technology into compelling narratives. Collaborate with teams to design impactful presentations, ensuring clarity and creativity while adhering to brand guidelines. Drive projects from...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Optimize Mainframe Operations by leveraging your SME-level expertise to enhance system stability, troubleshoot complex issues, and drive operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensur...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Champion operational excellence by leveraging Mainframe expertise to enhance system stability, troubleshoot complex issues, and drive collaboration across teams, ensuring high availability and effecti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in technology governance and risk management. You'll enhance control effectiveness, lead strategic initiatives, and collaborate across functions to ensure complia...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate governance and risk management by driving cross-functional initiatives, enhancing control effectiveness, and advancing strategic modernization through automation and AI in a dynamic technology...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.