Communications Specialist

Overview

Job Posting Closes February 27, 2026 at 11:59 PM

This recruitment is for a currently vacant position (1 position) for a full-time Communications Specialist with the Town of Essex.

Reporting to the Manager, Strategic Communications, the Communications Specialist plays a key role in delivering high-quality, consistent, and engaging communications for the Town of Essex. This position will assist with the administration of information on the Town’s digital communication channels (corporate website, intranet, and social media channels), while also providing communications support across all municipal functions. The role requires a creative, detail-oriented, and highly organized professional who can manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced municipal environment.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Manager, Strategic Communications, create, schedule, and oversee the day-to-day management of content across the Town’s corporate social media platforms, ensuring alignment with corporate priorities, brand standards, and accessibility requirements

• Track, analyze, and report on social media performance, website analytics, and digital metrics, and provide recommendations for improvements

• Maintain a social media content calendar, including organic and paid campaigns, in collaboration with the Manager, Strategic Communications and Department Heads

• Monitor social media channels, identify emerging issues or trends, and respond to public comments and inquiries as directed

• Create multimedia content including graphic design, photography, videography, and short-form video to support municipal programs, initiatives, and events

• Coordinate updates and maintenance of the Town’s corporate website and related digital platforms, ensuring content is accurate, timely, and accessible

• Provide functional guidance and support to departments on website content, structure, and digital best practices

• Research, write, edit, and proofread a wide range of communications materials, including news releases, web content, social media copy, advertising, speeches, talking points, and internal communications.

• Produce and coordinate creative assets and ensure consistent application of corporate branding and visual standards across all communication channels.

• Support the planning, coordination, and on-site execution of media events, community events, and public engagement initiatives

• Provide communications support during declared emergency or crisis situations, and assist with maintaining emergency communication tools, templates, and procedures.

• Provide administrative support to the Manager, Strategic Communications

• Other duties as assigned

Work Experience

• Minimum two (2) years of previous relevant work experience, preferably in the public sector

Employment Level

Full-time

Wage Range

$73,650.00 – $85,267.00 /Year

Work Conditions

• 35 hours per week, flexible scheduling required with weekend work

• Manual dexterity required to operate computer

• Interacts with employees, management, and the public

• Sitting, standing, walking

• Some overtime may be required

• Some travel around the municipality is required

Eligibility Statement

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for consideration will be acknowledged. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001 and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.

Equity Statement

The Town of Essex is and Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodation may be provided in all parts of the hiring process.

The Town of Essex offers a competitive salary in the range of $73, 650 – $85,276 per year complimented by an excellent benefit package.

Job Description