Communications Coordinator

Job Information

Job Requisition ID: 72742
Ministry: Children and Family Services
Location: North Region - Various Locations
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open
Closing Date: July 2, 2025
Classification: Program Services 2
Salary: $2345.14 to $3076.28 bi-weekly ($61,208 to $80,2+1/year)

The Ministry of Children and Family Services works to foster a society in which families are safe and resilient, individuals have sustainable employment, vulnerable Albertans have the supports they require, and no one is left behind. Children and Family Services mission is to assist Albertans in creating the conditions for safe and supportive homes, communities, and workplaces, so they have opportunities to realize their full potential. Its core business is to work collaboratively with community partners to deliver citizen-centered programs and services that improve quality of life for Albertans. The ministry deals with topics that vary widely and addresses many of the issues people face across their life span.


Role Responsibilities
Come and experience the beautiful North Region of Alberta and all that it has to offer. The north region is the perfect place to call home and raise your family whether you are looking for a recreational hotspot, enjoy being a part of an active community or simply looking for the opportunity to live alongside beautiful landscapes watching the seasons unfold before you. Other perks of living in the north are: Northern Allowance! Attraction Bonus! Retention Allowance!

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Are you looking to harness your creative energy and talent for the art of communication? Look no further! We are seeking a detail-oriented, organized and collaborative individual with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Reporting to the Manager of Issues Management and Communications, the Communications Coordinator role is responsible for providing long- term and day-to-day communications and administrative support to the North Region of Children and Family Services. This role contributes directly to the visibility, clarity and effectiveness of the region’s internal and external communications.

Key Responsibilities:
As a part of the North Region’s communications team the Communication Coordinator will be responsibilities for but not limited to:

Drafting a variety of communication materials including content for the north region intranet site, speaking notes, bi-weekly newsletter, email and letter correspondence, presentations, key messages, reports and other publications.
Researching and compiling electronic clipping packages and data for program areas and organizations; gathering program background and history to establish audience intent and communication objectives.
Coordinating graphic design and promotional material production, ensuring alignment with government guidelines and standards.
Creating and editing multimedia content (video, audio, photo) in accordance with branch and Government of Alberta standards, for use by regional staff and across the ministry as required.
Assisting with and coordinating arrangements for special events, stakeholder engagement activities, operational planning sessions and displays or information booths.
Providing logistical support for both virtual and in-person events.
Participating and providing communication support throughout the stakeholder engagement process, including internal operational planning.
Contributing to and implementing changes to communication processes and systems, considering change management principles and broader operational needs.

Role Continued
Administrative Support:

In addition to communications tasks, the communication coordinator will also provide administrative support by:

Preparing, editing, and formatting documents such as letters, emails, presentations, and other products as required.
Developing agendas and meeting materials.
Reviewing ARTs communication and distributing to/from leadership and stakeholders
Preparing and sending emails and calendar invites
Actively participate on regional committees as required, which may include meeting coordination, agendas preparation, minute-taking and drafting key messages.

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APS Competencies
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:



Agility – Remain optimistic in an ever-changing environment and takes opportunities to improve processes.
Build Collaborative Environments – openly communicate and leans on the knowledge of others to move work forward.
Systems Thinking – understands the larger impact of their role within the organization.
Creative Problem Solving - focus on continuous improvement by exploring new ways to improve activities as well as considering different methods and perspectives.
Qualifications
University degree in a related field such as but not limited to public relations, communications, and journalism plus 2 years progressively responsible related experience: producing communications products and materials and providing communications support.

Equivalency: Directly related experience or education considered on the basis of:
One year of experience for one year of education; or
One year of education for one year of experience.

Assets:
Strong research, writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
Ability to write a variety of communication products (speeches, new releases, advertising, articles, briefing notes, website content)
Computer skills including, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft M365, SharePoint and Internet
Knowledge of Canadian Press Style Guides|
Understanding of issues management
Ability to be creative in writing and communications planning consulting skills project management skills.
Interpersonal skills
Knowledge of advertising design, placement and GoA advertising policy, GoA Communications Policy and GoA Website Standards understanding of graphic design and print production techniques.
Knowledge of Government of Alberta Visual Identity Guidelines and advertising policy
Knowledge of Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) legislation, policies, and procedures

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

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Notes
One permanent position.

Hours of Work are Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week (full-time).

Occasional travel within the North Region and other parts of Alberta to support northern initiatives and to represent the region.

Applicants are advised to provide a cover letter summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

The final candidate for this position will undergo an academic check, intervention record check and provide a suitable security screening.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

What the GoA has to offer prospective employees:

Working for the Alberta Public Service -
Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) -
Alberta Public Service Benefit Information -
Professional learning and development -
Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
Leadership and mentorship programs.
Northern Allowances:
How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Lori Casey at Lori.Casey@gov.ab.ca

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