Communications Consultant II (Media)

City of Saskatoon; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 87,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Saskatoon is seeking a strategic communications professional to develop and oversee communication and media relations for assigned civic departments and divisions.

You will monitor media inquiries, craft news releases and advisories, coordinate events and crisis communications, and advise leadership on high‑impact communications strategies under tight deadlines. The role requires strong writing, confidentiality, and the ability to collaborate across teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in marketing, public relations, communications, journalism or a related field, or an equivalent diploma with experience.
• Four to six years’ related experience in journalism or public relations/communications, with government or corporate exposure preferred.
• Membership or eligibility for CPRS or IABC accreditation preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Develops, manages, implements, and evaluates long and short-term communication, marketing, and related media relations strategies for assigned civic departments and divisions.
• Acts as a consultant to departmental management and other representatives to identify and resolve public and internal communications and related media issues for assigned projects.
• Identifies emerging issues and develops and implements effective and timely communication strategies. Plans and directs special events, news conferences, and related programs for the public, employees, media, other orders of government, and other stakeholders.
• Creates media advisories and provides support to the department for the development news releases or public service announcements as needed.
• Manages day-to-day media inquiries for the City of Saskatoon including prioritizing and coordinating incoming media requests, directing to appropriate media spokesperson, and assisting with preparing responses. Troubleshoots and problem solves media and communication related issues and escalates as necessary.
• Tracks media inquiries and attendance, monitors media coverage and assists in the preparation of an annual report on media tracking and coverage.
• Manages and updates relevant resources for use in the development of news releases, public service announcements and advisories.
• Provides support to the Media Relations Manager for media relations on matters that are confidential and are of a sensitive nature.
• Participates in the coordination of crisis communications.
• Acts as the Media Relations Manager as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Confidentiality

Decision-making

Communication skills

Relationship building

Tech literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Public Relations/Communications/Journalism

Tools

Word processing software

Social media management tools

Newsroom/Media tracking tools

Job description

Division:Strategy and Transformation

Department:Communications and Public Engagement

Closing Date: 09/28/2026

Labour Group: The Society

Job Summary

This position develops communication strategies that support City of Saskatoon strategic goals and objectives. The position also monitors internal and external media relations procedures and processes to ensure consistency, timely and accurate release of information to the media and public and supports issues and crisis communication

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops, manages, implements, and evaluates long and short-term communication, marketing, and related media relations strategies for assigned civic departments and divisions.
• Acts as a consultant to departmental management and other representatives to identify and resolve public and internal communications and related media issues for assigned projects.
• Identifies emerging issues and develops and implements effective and timely communication strategies.Plans and directs special events, news conferences, and related programs for the public, employees, media, other orders of government, and other stakeholders.
• Creates media advisories and provides support to the department for the development news releases or public service announcements as needed.
• Manages day-to-day media inquiries for the City of Saskatoon including prioritizing and coordinating incoming media requests, directing to appropriate media spokesperson, and assisting with preparing responses. Troubleshoots and problem solves media and communication related issues and escalates as necessary.
• Tracks media inquiries and attendance, monitors media coverage and assists in the preparation of an annual report on media tracking and coverage.
• Manages and updates relevant resources for use in the development of news releases, public service announcements and advisories.
• Provides support to the Media Relations Manager for media relations on matters that are confidential and are of a sensitive nature.
• Participates in the coordination of crisis communications.
• Acts as the Media Relations Manager as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Degree in marketing, public relations, communications, journalism or a related field, Or an equivalent related diploma combined with years of experience.
• Four to six years’ related experience in journalism or a public relations/communications role including progressive experience in strategic communications. A combination of work experience as a journalist within a corporate and/or government work environment would be considered an asset.
• Membership, or eligibility for membership, in the Canadian Public Relations Society or the International Association of Business Communicators, accreditation preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and decision-making for media, issues or crisis communications under strict time constraints or while managing competing priorities.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships within the organization and media.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
• Skill in the use of a smart phone and computer using word-processing and social media programs and software.

Weekly Hours:36.67

Salary Range:$86,735.04to$101,651.04 CADper annum (2026rates)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) “the good life”, for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit Saskatoon.ca/diversity

Accommodation

The City of Saskatoon strives to provide an accessible and inclusive workplace for all, including throughout the application and selection process through reasonable access and accommodations. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email [e-mail].

While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Our Recruitment Process: Application > Posting Closes > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to the City