Communications Officer - #226217

Recruitment Details

Communications Officer

Department: Winnipeg Transit - Communications

Designated Work Location: 421 Osborne, on site

Position Type: Permanent, full time

Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday and candidates must be available for occasional evenings/weekends as required for operational requirements.

Salary: $78,340.67 to $105.227.49 annually.

Employee Group: WAPSO

Posting No.: 127059

Closing Date: June 3, 2027

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits . We take pride in fostering a diverse , safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Flexible work arrangements, which may include flexible hours, remote work, or a hybrid of remote work may be available; subject to review and approval. Please note that Employees who are approved to work remotely are responsible for and must demonstrate that they are available to return to their Designated Work Location and/or other work location to attend meetings or attend other tasks that occur in person.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self- declare.

For the purpose of this recruitment, Equity may be a factor in selection.

In accordance with the applicable collective agreement(s), recruitment and promotion provisions will be considered prior to applying equity strategies. Where permitted, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as members of the equity group(s) listed above.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

Job Profile

Job Profile

Under the general direction of the Manager of Communications (Transit), the Communications Officer provides strategic communications expertise within their assigned portfolio. This position is responsible for delivering timely and accurate messaging to the media, the public, and to internal audiences. They will be required to take a complete and integrated approach to communications through collaboration with other branches, departments, and agencies, which may include, but are not limited to, social media, web, marketing, advertising, and public engagement activities, as well as integration with French language services.

Duties

As the Communications Officer, your duties will include :

• Coordinating the external and internal strategic communications initiatives for assigned portfolio.
• Identifying emerging issues and proactively and effectively manages issues to preserve an accurate and positive image for the City
• Coordinating logistics of communications-related events for assigned portfolio
• Working collaboratively as a part of the Customer Service & Communications team
  
  

Your Education And Qualifications Include

• Diploma in Creative Communications, Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Political Studies, or Journalism, or an equivalent combination of education and considerable experience in the field of public relations may be considered.
• Accredited Public Relations or Business Communicator is considered an asset
• Active membership in Canadian Public Relations Society is considered an asset
• Experience in the management of high profile public issues
• 3 years of experience in the field of public relations, including issues management, preferably in the public sector environment
• Demonstrated experience developing strategic communications plans/programs at the corporate level
• Ability to positively influence staff, exercise sound judgment, and execute decisions in a manner consistent with corporate values.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective, positive relationships with various stakeholders including with the public, media, elected officials, and senior management, etc.
• Demonstrated expertise in dealing with the media and establishing a network of media contacts (print, TV, electronic)
• Demonstrated expertise in internal communications
• Demonstrated knowledge of communications theory and best practices
• Strong organizational and project management skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize and coordinate work to a deadline in a high volume workplace with tight deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a high stress environment, initiating, planning, and completing communications projects with minimal direction
• Experience with, and proficient using a variety of computer applications; specifically Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), social media platforms/applications along with the aptitude for learning new software applications
• Demonstrated ability to build consensus, generate common understanding, and create shared vision in an environment of diverse stakeholders and interests
• Proven ability to exercise discretion, diplomacy, and confidentiality
• High level of political acumen
• IMPORTANT : Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://canalliance.org/en/ at application.
  
  

Conditions Of Employment

• The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid
• The successful candidate must provide a valid Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check, satisfactory to the employer.
  
  

How To Apply

APPLY ONLINE, including all documentation listed below:

• Current resume (Required).
• Current cover letter (Required) .
• Applications submitted without REQUIRED documentation will not be considered.
• Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position.*
  
  

Notes

Online applications can be submitted at http://www.winnipeg.ca/hr/ . For instructions on how to apply and how to attach required documents please refer to our FAQ's or contact 311 .

Position Reports To: Manager of Communications

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.