Communications Specialist - Portfolio: Iniskim Indigenous Relations, and Accessibility, Belongi[...]

University of Lethbridge; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Lethbridge seeks a Communications Specialist for a full-time, continuing position. The role involves developing communication strategies focused on Iniskim Indigenous Relations and Accessibility, Belonging and Inclusion, contributing to the University’s strategic goals. Candidates should possess a degree in communications and exhibit excellent writing and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field required.
• Proven writing, editing skills including Canadian Press standards.
• Knowledge of Accessibility and Indigenous culture preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop communication plans aligned with institution's strategic priorities.
• Create compelling narratives and various communication materials.
• Manage institutional social media content and support events.

Skills

Excellent writing

Editing skills

Social media expertise

Project management

Creative thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English, or a related field

Tools

MS Office

Sharepoint

Teams

Zoom

Campaign Monitor

Drupal

Job description

Communications Specialist - Portfolio: Iniskim Indigenous Relations, and Accessibility, Belonging and Inclusion (Full-Time, Continuing)

Job Title Communications Specialist - Portfolio: Iniskim Indigenous Relations, and Accessibility, Belonging and Inclusion (Full-Time, Continuing)

About the University

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We are one of Canada’s top universities and leading research institutions. With more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students, two campuses (Lethbridge and Calgary), seven faculties and schools, and more than 2,500 employees, ULethbridge is Lethbridge’s second largest employer. Faculty and staff come together to contribute, each in their own way, to establishing ULethbridge as Canada’s destination university. In 2022, Lethbridge was recognized as one of Canada’s top small cities.

The University of Lethbridge is currently seeking applications for a Communication Specialist. This is a full-time, in-person, continuing position on the Lethbridge Campus. The key portfolio responsibilities for this position are Iniskim Indigenous Relations, and Accessibility, Belonging and Inclusion, which are both are key strategic priorities at ULethbridge.

A key team member in a network model, the Communication Specialist reports to the Director of Communications in the Department of Communications, Marketing and Government Relations, and works very closely with the Iniskim Indigenous Relations and Accessibility, Belonging and Inclusion teams at the University.

The Communications Specialist is an experienced communications professional, a skilled writer and a social media expert. The Communications Specialist plays an integral role in developing and coordinating communications strategies and materials that are aligned with the institutional strategic communication plan, supports the work of Iniskim Indigenous Relations and Accessibility, Belonging and Inclusion, and advances the University’s brand and public image.

Responsibilities Include:

• Aligned with ULethbridge’s Strategic Plan and MarCom plan, develop department-level communication plans that support Iniskim Indigenous Relations, and Accessibility, Belonging and Inclusion initiatives and priorities, build brand, and strengthens relationships with diverse audiences internally, locally, provincially, nationally and internationally.
• Develop dynamic, compelling narratives and communications materials that engage and motive audiences. This includes: feature writing, editorial writing, marketing copy, news releases, newsletters, internal communications, graphics, photography, videography, print materials for internal and external distribution, digital marketing materials, branded materials, promotional merchandise.
• Perform general website updates, maintenance and content development of portfolio website content.
• Provide communication planning, content creation, coordination and support for events.
• Support institutional communications and implement the strategic communication plan. This includes:
  • Working within a team environment, communications specialists manage the institutional social media channels and develop targeted content for each channel and audience.
  • Provide communications support and develop content for institutional projects and initiatives.
• Some evening / weekend work and travel may be required.

Please include a link to your portfolio of related work on your resume / cover letter.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English, or a related field.
• Excellent writing, editing and communication skills including: editorial/feature writing and writing for the web, as well as Canadian Press writing standards.
• Social media expert including strategy, content development, execution and measurement.
• Proven event communications / marketing planning and execution experience.
• Strong project management and time management skills.
• High level of computer literacy, including MS Office, Sharepoint, Teams, Zoom, Campaign Monitor (or other e-newsletter programs) and updating web content in a Drupal environment.
• Basic photography and videography skills.
• Creative thinker, ability to use data to measure effectiveness.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven creative environment with competing priorities.
• Knowledge of Accessibility, Belonging and Inclusion principles, Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Blackfoot culture and language.
• Knowledge of undergraduate and graduate programming and research at the University of Lethbridge an asset.
• A valid unrestricted Class 5 Driver’s License with no more than 6 demerits and submission of a motor vehicle record (driver abstract) dated within 3 months of the posting close is required.

Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)

Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE) $5,291.00 - $5,990.00 monthly

Full Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)

Full Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE) $5,291.00 - $6,687.00 monthly (AUPE - Grade 12)

Campus

Campus Lethbridge

Employment Group

Employment Group AUPE

Position Category

Position Category Other

Open Date

Open Date 06/02/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 07/07/2025

Position End Date (if temporary)

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment Equity

The University of Lethbridge invites applications from all qualified candidates; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.

The University of Lethbridge is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including through all aspects of the hiring process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] so that accommodations can be put in place to support you. All private information received in relation to your request for support will be kept confidential, only information required to facilitate the accommodation will be shared with the selection committee.

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