Communications Officer - Communications - Education Centre

Rocky View Schools; Airdrie; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Earned days

Hybrid work

Benefits plan

Pension plan

Professional development

Job summary

Rocky View Schools is seeking a Communications Officer to deliver a range of internal and external communications, messaging, media monitoring, newsletters, events, and website support. The role reports to the Education Centre in Airdrie and requires collaboration across divisions to support RVS goals and a safe, inclusive environment for students and staff.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in communications and at least three years of experience in communications, preferably within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism or related field.
• Minimum of three years’ communications experience.
• Experience in a school division is an asset.
• Equivalent education/experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and evaluate internal and external communication programs.
• Research, write and edit a broad range of communications materials.
• Contribute to updates of internal and corporate websites for quality information.
• Advise on communications objectives and strategies with stakeholders.
• Assist with team member training on communications platforms and technologies.
• Build strong relationships with RVS staff and external partners.
• Support executives and Board communications with the Director’s guidance.
• Participate in crisis response as required.
• Attend meetings, take minutes, and develop related messaging.
• Prepare media contact lists and conduct media monitoring.
• Support community engagement plans and data analysis.
• Demonstrate professionalism and use of modern technologies.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Public relations

Event planning

Project management

Digital content creation

Writing & editing

Teamwork & collaboration

Attention to detail

MS Office & web apps

SharePoint & Office 365

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communication or related field

Tools

SharePoint

Office 365

Job description

Company Overview

As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 29,600 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed.

Company Overview

As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 29,600 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed. RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuutina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District. Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.

The Opportunity

RVS invites applications for a continuing, full-time (35 hrs/wk) Communications Officer position starting October 30, 2026 at the Education Centre located in Airdrie, Alberta. The Communications Officer is responsible for delivering a range of internal and external communications functions, products and services developed to support Rocky View Schools’ (RVS) goals and objectives. The Communications Officer creates messaging, conducts media monitoring, prepares division newsletters, provides event support, website support, and executes communications plans.

Responsibilities Include

• Assists with planning, initiating, implementing and evaluating internal and external communication programs
• Researches, writes and edits a broad range of internal and external communications materials and content
• Contributes to the ongoing review and update of both the internal and corporate websites to ensure quality and accuracy of information
• Provides team/client counsel to understand communications objectives and make recommendations on approaches and communications strategies
• Assists with team member training needs on communications platforms and technologies
• Builds and maintains highly effective relationships with RVS staff
• Supports Executive and Board members on communications approaches with support from the Director
• Participates in crisis response as required
• Attends various meetings to take meeting minutes/highlights and develop related messaging
• Liaises with external agencies, partners, vendors, media, etc.
• Provides a range of event support on a variety of RVS events
• Prepares and updates key contact lists for media, government and other audiences
• Supports daily media monitoring and other research to track for RVS stories, relevant issues and perceptions
• Support community engagement plans, tools, data collection and analysis and communication
• Demonstrates and models a genuine appreciation for, and understanding of, protocol, discretion, and professionalism in RVS
• Embraces and models the use of contemporary and emerging technologies within RVS
• Engages in professional development on an ongoing basis

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in communication, with specialization in journalism, public relations or related field
• Minimum of three years’ related experience in communications
• Previous experience within a school division would be considered an asset
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Knowledge And Skills

• Demonstrated skills in interpersonal communication and public relations
• Sound judgement and decision-making ability
• Demonstrated event planning and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Experience creating digital communications assets, including graphics, presentations, infographics, video and/or social media content
• Proficient writing and editing skills
• Ability to successfully work in a team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications
• Experience with SharePoint and Office 365

Rocky View Schools Benefits

• 3 weeks' vacation pro-rated based on start date
• 11 Earned Days pro-rated based on start date
• Hybrid (one day a week, working remotely) with supervisor approval
• Benefits Plan (Extended Health, Dental, Wellness & Spending Account, Tax Free Savings Account and Registered Retirement Savings Plan)
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Professional development and training opportunities

Pre-employment Requirements

• The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment
• Proof of qualifications/education as required by the position including WES/IQAS evaluation documents for completed education outside of Canada.
• Applicants must provide a professional letter of reference, attached to the job application, from their most recent supervisor, relevant to the job opportunity, written on company letterhead, signed and dated within the past 18 months; or a list of updated references of a current/recent supervisor on your application.