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

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$82K - $172K *

Advance international defense programs by overseeing contract execution, ensuring compliance, and managing cross-functional teams to drive successful project outcomes and customer satisfaction...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $114K *

Support day-to-day operations of Wireless Intrusion Detection Systems, assisting in monitoring, incident reporting, and compliance activities. Collaborate with senior personnel to enhance security mea...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$200K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of secure Unified Communications solutions for critical defense projects, ensuring seamless integration and compliance with DoD standards in a...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion project success by managing Electronic Security Systems projects from initiation to closure, ensuring client satisfaction, budget adherence, and effective communication among stakeholders thr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Join us to provide expert AV production support for studio productions, applying advanced technical skills in live and recorded formats. Lead audio workflows and collaborate with teams to ensure top-q...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$103K - $181K *

Lead the charge in optimizing project controls by tracking costs, schedules, and performance metrics across large capital construction projects, ensuring transparency and effective forecasting for suc...

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

$125K - $140K *

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

$85K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager, overseeing data center projects with a focus on transparency, risk management, and client collaboration. Leverage your construction expertise to drive success...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of communications security by overseeing COMSEC processes, managing cryptographic accounts, and implementing training programs to ensure compliance and operational excellence within a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $172K *

Drive strategic measurement and analytics initiatives, enhancing communication effectiveness through data-driven insights and innovative technologies. Collaborate with global teams to optimize reporti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer data governance practices by implementing retention controls across diverse workstreams. Collaborate with Legal and Finance to ensure compliance and manage records effectively, while maintaini...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining media and marketing strategies to enhance organizational effectiveness. Lead initiatives that integrate communications, optimize stakeholder engagement, and drive impactf...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Oversee the development and execution of strategic media and marketing initiatives, enhancing brand visibility and stakeholder engagement through integrated communications and evaluation of outreach e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Champion strategic communications and media initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness and stakeholder engagement. Lead cross-functional teams in developing integrated plans that align with e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.