Senior Corporate Communications Specialist

E-Comm 9-1-1 | Emergency Communications for British Columbia Incorporated; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public safety communications organization in Vancouver is seeking a Senior Corporate Communications Specialist. This role involves shaping communications to various stakeholders and leading high-impact projects in public safety. Candidates should have extensive experience in corporate communications, strong writing skills, and familiarity with communication tools. The position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Generous vacation plan

Pension plan

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in corporate communications.
• Ability to produce high-level written materials.
• Experience managing complex communications projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead writing and production of various communications materials.
• Execute strategies for public safety projects.
• Provide advice on sensitive communications matters.

Skills

Writing and editing

Strategic communications planning

Relationship-building

Familiarity with Canadian Press style

Education

Degree or diploma in communications or related discipline

Tools

Canva

Adobe Suite

WordPress

Microsoft Office

Photo/video editing software

Job description

Senior Corporate Communications Specialist

We are seeking an experienced senior communications professional to join the Communications and Public Affairs team. Reporting to the Communications Manager, you’ll play a critical role in shaping the way we communicate with our Board, partners, employees, and the public. In the role, you will have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that support public safety and emergency response across the province.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the writing and production of Board and partner monthly updates, transformation reports, annual reports, and other high-profile communications
• Develop and execute communications strategies for major public safety projects and initiatives, including Next Generation 9-1-1
• Plan and prepare a wide range of materials such as newsletters, project updates, speeches, talking points, and corporate toolkits
• Provide communications advice to leadership on sensitive and confidential matters, including employee and labour relations
• Manage end-to-end communications planning, ensuring internal clients’ needs are met and timelines are achieved
• Support day-to-day corporate communications, including public enquiries and media relations
• Oversee consultants, designers, and production partners to deliver high-quality communications materials
• Contribute to public education campaigns, stakeholder surveys, and special events

What You Bring

• A degree or diploma in communications, journalism, public relations or a related discipline, plus 7+ years of experience in corporate communications
• A proven ability to write and edit at a high level—from annual reports and newsletters to speeches and policy documents
• Strong strategic communications planning skills, with experience delivering on complex, high-stakes projects
• Familiarity with Canadian Press style, plain language principles, and best practices in both digital and print communication
• Proficiency with communication tools such as Canva, Adobe Suite, WordPress, Microsoft Office, and photo / video editing software
• Exceptional relationship-building skills and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders, from executives to community partners

What We Offer

• Meaningful work - work with a sense of purpose, supporting the public and first-responders
• Competitive salary with comprehensive extended health and dental benefits
• Generous vacation plan
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Eligibility to participate in our Personal Time-Off Program
• Pension - we are members of the Municipal Pension Plan, a defined benefits fund
• Career development - we are supportive in developing your skills while pursuing your career at E-Comm

Security Requirements

As a condition of employment at E-Comm, the required Police Security Clearance applicable to the position must be acquired and maintained. This is a process carried out by our law enforcement partner agencies, facilitated by E-Comm. The minimum residency in Canada to qualify for this position, as established by our law enforcement partner agencies, is three [3] years.

To qualify for this process, a candidate may either be a Canadian Permanent Resident [PR] or Canadian Citizens. We regret any candidates under Student, Visitor, or Work Visas are not eligible for consideration.

Vaccination Requirements : E-Comm 911 has a vaccination policy that is currently suspended. However, should the policy be reinstated, it will be a requirement for all current and future employees.

• Number of positions : One
• Job status : Regular Full-Time
• Hours of work : Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
• Employee Group : Exempt
• Department : Communications
• Closing date for applications : September 26, 2025 at 11.59pm

We are committed to accommodating persons with disabilities during the recruitment process and we will provide reasonable accommodations as requested. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability please email [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Public Safety

Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

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