About Us:

As one of the fastest growing cities in Alberta, the City of Airdrie is a recognized leader in building a vibrant and sustainable community through innovation.

At the City of Airdrie, incredible opportunities happen every day in a flexible work environment that is tailored to each department. Our inclusive culture and values create a workplace where we welcome aspiring, driven and creative individuals to help us accomplish our business and community goals. We are supportive of one another, and we have fun while we serve our community. We are passionate about improving the lives of our residents through care and respect; that is the foundation of our organization. At the City of Airdrie, we learn, grow and accomplish great things together. We’re proud to foster a workplace culture built on dedication, teamwork, and genuine care. Our commitment to creating a positive environment is reflected in our employee feedback from the 2025 Employee Engagement Survey, with 92.8% of employees saying they enjoy their work, and 92.6% feeling equipped with the resources they need to stay safe on the job.

If you have a passion for building a better community and are ready to join the excitement, we’d love to hear from you!

The Opportunity:

The Communications Assistant is an introductory role into Communications and provides support to the communications team in delivering effective messaging and engagement with the community. This role provides support to advisors by implementing tactical communications tasks, planning events.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist Communications Advisors in developing and implementing tactical communications tasks including booking ads, liaising with advertising reps, writing content for social media, posting to the website, etc.; Liaise with Airdrie Life Magazine for quarterly advertorial and advertising
• Coordinate, plan, and implement events including State of the City, Airdrie Fest, and Home & Lifestyle Show; provide on-site support to ensure successful event execution
• Conduct research on relevant issues, trends, and best practices in communications and public relations to inform decision-making and enhance communication strategies; Gather measurement metrics on communications campaigns and provide monthly reports to the team
• Support outreach efforts to engage residents, stakeholders, and community groups through various channels, including social media, email newsletters, and community forums

You Bring:

• A minimum certificate in Communications or Marketing required
• Diploma or degree in Communications, Public Relations or Marketing preferred
• ICS, BEM, PIO, and other crisis-related training would be considered an asset
• A minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of experience in communications or marketing
• Experience in speech writing and other forms of writing for communications an asset
• Experience in event planning, media relations, or public sector communications is an asset
• Strong knowledge and understanding of CP style
• Sound knowledge of advertising, media, social media, design coordination and print production
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with social media platforms and content management systems
• Proven track record of building effective working relationships
• Superior time management and organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Exceptional writing skills and strong verbal communications skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent attention to detail
• High level of confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy
• Well-developed conceptual and problem solving skills
• A can-do, positive attitude

We Offer:

Along with a competitive compensation program and City paid health and dental premiums, this position also includes:

• Excellent health, dental, paramedical, and benefits plan

• First-in-class pension plan

• Career development and tuition reimbursement

• Employee discounts, gym membership, social events, and health & wellness initiatives

Continuous learning through training and development is encouraged as are flexible work arrangements, when possible. We recognize that our people work best when they feel engaged in their environment and appreciated for their efforts and our overall benefits package reflects that.

Additional Information:

This is a part-time 12-month term position with 26.25 hours per week.

Please submit a cover letter with your application.

Next Steps:

Candidates are invited to apply online. We only accept resumes and additional application documents through our online recruitment system. In-person applications, email or other online forms will not be considered.

If you require an accommodation during any part of the application or hiring process, please contact us at careers@airdrie.ca and we will work with you to meet your needs.

The City of Airdrie is committed to fostering a workplace culture where belonging, equity, accessibility, and diversity are deeply ingrained into all parts of the City, where employees feel they belong, are treated with respect, and where everyone can thrive and contribute to the City’s success.

Postings close at 10:00 PM MT (Mountain Time) on the closing date listed in the posting. We recommend applying as soon as possible as we are not able to accept late applications.

Please review the job competition carefully and be sure to attach any specifically requested documentation in the My Documents section of your application.

Interviewing and hiring may commence prior to the posted closing date.

Thank you for your interest in the City of Airdrie.