Communications Coordinator

Communications Coordinator

Job Type
Communication / Information / Cultural

Organization
Town of Peace River

Competition Number
26/022

Closing date
Aug 31, 2026

Job Description
If you don’t yet know how amazing the Town of Peace River is, it’s probably because you haven’t told that story yet.

The Town of Peace River is looking for an energetic, forward-thinking, and personable communications guru interested in trying new things, taking (measured) big swings, and having a major impact on an organization and community. 

Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, the Communications Coordinator is focused on fostering and maintaining a positive public perception of the Town, its Elected Officials, and Administration, while raising the level of respect for municipal government through public engagement, information sharing, content creation, and storytelling, as well as in managing internal communications.
Working in collaboration with external communications and marketing expertise, the Communications Coordinator will develop, implement, and manage internal and external communications plans and strategies, while telling our story in multiple ways – including through traditional and digital media, the Town’s website, and through video and photography.

Who You Are

• You're naturally curious and always looking for the next great story.
• You understand that every infrastructure project, community event, employee achievement, and Council decision represents an opportunity to connect with people.
• You're calm under pressure, politically aware, and able to navigate difficult conversations with professionalism and sound judgment.
• Most importantly, you understand that good communications isn't about "spin." It's about building trust through honest, timely, and thoughtful communication.

Qualifications and Skills If you think you’re up to the task, we want to hear from you. If you’re a game-changer with a communications background, you could be the right fit! That said, there are some qualifications and skills that will probably come with being the right person for the job:

• Completion of a related post-secondary degree (Communications, Public Relations, Journalism) or equivalent experience;
• High degree of creativity, initiative, professionalism, and good judgement;
• Strong command of the English language;
• Able to deal with members of the public, including those who may have some very strong opinions;
• Experienced in logistics for event planning;
• Proficiency with digital cameras (photography experienced preferred);
• Time management skills; and,
• Knowledge of local government structures and decision-making processes would be beneficial.

Full Time • Permanent Employment
Salary:   $77,565 to $85,836
Hours:     Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Evening and weekend work as required.

Application Return
We’re looking to hear from candidates at all levels, from green communications professionals to experienced comms masters. Finding the right fit is more important than the qualifications. If you’re creative and think you can help us drive our communications forward in a meaningful way, send us your resume!

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resumes and cover letter to  View email address on civicjobs.ca . Please quote Competition #26/022.

The Town of Peace River welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We thank all participants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.