Recruitment Details Communications Coordinator Department: Customer Engagement and Strategic Services Division, Water and Waste Department

Designated Work Location: 1199 Pacific Avenue, Hybrid

Position Type: Permanent on a Temporary Basis (Until Approximately May 2027), Full-time

Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday

Salary: $78,340.67 to $105,227.49 annually, W.A.P.S.O. Grade 4

Employee Group: W.A.P.S.O. Posting No.: 126846 Closing Date: March 16, 2026 Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits . We take pride in fostering a diverse , safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Flexible work arrangements, which may include flexible hours, remote work, or a hybrid of remote work may be available; subject to review and approval. Please note that Employees who are approved to work remotely are responsible for and must demonstrate that they are available to return to their Designated Work Location and/or other work location to attend meetings or attend other tasks that occur in person.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self-declare.

For the purpose of this recruitment, Equity may be a factor in selection. Consideration will be given to Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers .

In accordance with the applicable collective agreement(s), recruitment and promotion provisions will be considered prior to applying equity strategies. Where permitted, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as members of the equity group(s) listed above.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

Job Profile Under the general direction of the Manager of Customer Engagement and Strategic Services, the Communications Coordinator provides strategic communications planning and support, including communication advice and expertise, to the Water and Waste Department (WWD). They are required to take a complete and integrated approach to communications through collaboration with the WWD management team and staff, with the various divisions of the Corporate Customer Service and Communications Department, and with other departments on cross-departmental issues.

This position’s responsibilities include the planning, design, coordination and implementation of traditional and digital communication strategies, the production of high-quality communication and marketing materials, the overall management of the Department’s websites (both internet and intranet), and supervision of staff.

The Communications Coordinator provides media relations expertise to the department, working closely with the Corporate Communications Division of the Customer Service and Communications Department. They are also responsible for ensuring adherence to corporate direction, guidelines and policies related to communication activities.

As The Communications Coordinator, Your Duties Will Include

• Develop and implement proactive comprehensive communication strategies in support of specific department services and programs.
• Develop communication strategies (including key messages) and coordinates communications for emerging and emergency issues, including liaising with the Corporate Communications Division.
• Oversee the implementation of departmental communication strategies and the development of departmental communication materials.
• Plan, organize and supervise the work of the department’s Communications Branch.

Your Education And Qualifications Include

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Communications, Public Relations, Political Studies or Journalism, or an equivalent combination of education and considerable experience in the field of public relations.
• A minimum four (4) years related work experience in communications, public relations and/or issues management.
• Experience developing and implementing strategic communications plans/programs.
• Experience in project management, change management, social media, marketing material development and media relations are considered assets.
• Knowledge of communications theory and best practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, including expertise in communicating technical information in plain language.
• Ability to research, critically analyze, and synthesize information.
• Organizational and project management skills, with demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented, strategic, proactive and flexible.
• Ability to manage, coordinate and prioritize workload and meet deadlines, in a fast-paced high-stress environment, with minimal direction.
• Ability to build consensus, generate common understanding, and create shared vision, in an environment of diverse stakeholders and interests.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, and interact effectively with senior managers, staff across the department and the organization, and a variety of contacts outside the organization.
• Experience supervising staff and creating a positive and constructive environment.
• Ability to exercise discretion, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
• IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://canalliance.org/en/ at application.

Conditions Of Employment

• The successful candidate must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful candidate possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
• A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense.

How To Apply APPLY ONLINE , including all documentation listed below:

• Current resume (Required).
• Cover letter.
• Applications submitted without REQUIRED documentation will not be considered.
• Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position.*

Notes Online applications can be submitted at http://www.winnipeg.ca/hr/ . For instructions on how to apply and how to attach required documents please refer to our FAQ's or contact 311 .

Position Reports To: Manager of Customer Engagement & Strategic Services

• Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine their knowledge, abilities and skills as they relate to the qualifications of the position.
• The successful applicant will be required to complete job specific training required for this position as directed.

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.