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City of Port Alberni is a community of over 19,000 people. Located centrally on Vancouver Island, we are a well‑served and growing municipality that offers residents affordable west coast living, as well as proximity to oceans, lakes, rivers and mountains.

City of Port Alberni is currently looking for a Manager of Communications to join a progressive and dynamic organization that provides a full range of programs and services to taxpayers. This position reports to the Director of Corporate Services.

• Develop, coordinate and implement the City’s public information programs, including print and non‑print materials
• Work with staff to create and promote a positive City presence in the community and across Vancouver Island
• Collaborate with all departments to develop and execute communications strategies
• Oversee and direct the work of communications staff
• Develop and maintain an engaging social media presence and manage content for the City’s social media platforms
• Produce written communications including media releases, promotional materials, speeches, letters, etc.
• Monitor and analyze communications metrics to assess the effectiveness of initiatives and inform future strategies
• Advise City leadership on communication best practices and emerging media trends

• A diploma or degree in communications, public relations, journalism or another related discipline
• Experience in a communications role, preferably with municipal government, with specific experience in strategic corporate communications and media relations
• Extensive knowledge of communication principles and public participation practices as they relate to strategic corporate communications, issues management, public engagement and media relations
• Demonstrated ability in leading strategic and proactive communications and engagement initiatives
• Demonstrated ability in creating reports, corporate communications information, and presentations
• Demonstrated ability in graphic design using the Adobe Creative Suite
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment requiring collaboration, commitment and creativity, as well as the ability to prioritize and meet strict deadlines
• Demonstrated superior oral and written communication skills and the ability to tailor messages for various audiences
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with all City departments, government officials, municipal and community partners, members of the public, the media, the business community and special interest groups
• An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

This is an exempt position, with a salary range of $95,860 – $110,000, a comprehensive benefit package and a flex day work schedule. The primary work location for this position is Port Alberni; however a hybrid work schedule may be considered.

Qualified candidates may apply by forwarding a resume and cover letter by December 19th.

Attention: Human Resources

By mail: City of Port Alberni, 4850 Argyle Street, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 1V8

By email: humanresources_resumes@portalberni.ca

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted.