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 *

Drive the creation and maintenance of technical documentation for cybersecurity and software development, collaborating with engineers and stakeholders to ensure clarity and accuracy in materials for...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the creation of clear, concise technical documentation for cybersecurity and software development. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to transform complex information into user-frien...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $197K *

Join a team that's leading the integration and testing of advanced Electronic Warfare systems. Drive project success by managing cross-functional teams and ensuring technical, schedule, and cost objec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver mission-focused technical solutions, translating requirements into executable designs. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure performance, cost, and schedule objective...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of communications design, leading integrated media strategies for pharmaceutical brands. Collaborate with teams to create impactful omnichannel plans that engage h...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Drive customer engagement by building relationships and promoting cybersecurity services. Collaborate with teams to educate clients, track outreach efforts, and enhance service adoption through effect...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate customer engagement by proactively building relationships with government clients, promoting cybersecurity services, and enhancing adoption through effective communication and outreach strateg...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $134K *

Lead the recruitment strategy to attract top talent across diverse roles, ensuring a seamless hiring process. Play a key role in fostering relationships with candidates and hiring managers while drivi...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$89K - $134K *

Join a team that's dedicated to sourcing top talent and driving recruitment strategies. In this pivotal role, you'll enhance our hiring processes, build strong candidate pipelines, and ensure a seamle...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer engagement in cybersecurity. You'll proactively connect with government clients, promoting awareness and adoption of managed security services while...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Unlock opportunities by enhancing safety protocols within multi-disciplinary teams. Drive the implementation of HSE standards and proactive measures while analyzing safety metrics to ensure compliance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$97K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team of software engineers tackling complex challenges across embedded, application, and cloud environments. Collaborate on the full software development lifecycle to deliver innovative...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Optimize embedded software solutions for Airborne Imaging systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and test sensor control software, ensuring high performance and reliabili...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by developing innovative software solutions in a collaborative environment. Engage with multidisciplinary teams to enhance integration, testing, and operational readiness of comple...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive the development and support of custom software solutions, collaborating with engineering teams to translate requirements into technical designs. Mentor junior engineers while managing multiple t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$97K - $207K *

Design and implement advanced software solutions using C/C++ for sonar systems. Collaborate on software requirements, testing, and integration in diverse environments, ensuring compliance with technic...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $185K *

Champion our corporate narrative by driving strategic communications, managing executive visibility, and enhancing media relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape impactful messa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$133K - $185K *

Join a team that's shaping corporate communications for a public company. Drive strategic messaging, manage media relations, and enhance executive visibility while navigating high-stakes issues and fo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $112K *

Advance your career by leading integrated IT and communications operations, overseeing strategic initiatives, managing budgets, and guiding cross-functional teams to enhance digital engagement and sup...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale federal programs, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while overseeing multidisciplinary teams across multiple locations. Foster strong relationships...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving excellence in federal program management, overseeing multimillion-dollar contracts, and leading diverse teams across multiple locations to ensure compliance and successful o...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion excellence by leading large-scale federal programs, managing diverse teams, and ensuring compliance across multiple locations. Drive successful outcomes through strategic planning and strong...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $120K *

Elevate the impact of communications by orchestrating detailed plans that connect brands to culture. Collaborate with teams to design innovative strategies that drive business outcomes and create powe...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $120K *

Lead the development of innovative communications plans, collaborating with teams to create impactful strategies that resonate with audiences and drive business outcomes in a dynamic media landscape...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by leading Fishing and Intervention operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and providing expert support in complex well interventions while mentoring new personne...

Paradise, NLIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.