Public Relations Assistant

Position Purpose

The Public Relations Assistant will be part of a growing team at the Alberta Construction Safety Association (ACSA). As a key team member, this role will support the execution of campaigns by coordinating digital material, distributing emails, and updating website content. Providing administrative support to the communications team and attending industry events, this position is crucial in advancing ACSA’s goals, objectives, projects, and strategies.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the distribution of marketing and communications emails, maintaining and updating distribution lists.
• Conduct basic website content updates in coordination with the public relations specialist and the Information Systems department.
• Collaborate across departments and with subject matter experts. Collect information and content, supporting department communication plans to meet ACSA goals and objectives.
• Draft, edit and assist the team in creating project, communications and marketing content, social media scheduling, follower interactions and monitoring and analyzing insights supporting initiatives.
• Provide administrative support to the team, including scheduling meetings, preparing reports and presentations and maintaining Outlook and content calendars.
• Analyze and integrate various metrics within the corporate communications team, share results, recommendations and lessons learned.
• Ensure adherence to branding guidelines, representing your ACSA's brand consistently and professionally, while demonstrating integrity, honesty and respect in all interactions.
• Stay informed with the latest news, tools and industry trends, supporting ACSA and the team in remaining informed.
• Attend assigned industry events, reporting on the outcomes and observations of partnership activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Post-secondary degree, diploma, and/or certificate in Communications, Public Relations, or related field.
• Experience:
  • 2+ years of related experience.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, familiarity with digital communication platforms, and content management systems like Mailchimp.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to measure performance, identify trends, and contribute to evidence-based decision-making.
• Effectively collaborates with various stakeholders within ACSA, leveraging communication and cooperation to drive positive outcomes.
• Ability to work independently as a strong and contributing member in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excels at creative thinking and problem-solving, with a keen eye for detail.

Logistics

• This position requires a 40-hour work week.
• This role is eligible for a hybrid work model (ACSA Edmonton office) three months after the start date.
• Some travel, evening and weekend work based on business events such as conferences and workshops.
• This role reports to the Manager of Public Relations and Media.

Salary: $61,700 – 66,405

Application Requirements: Resume and cover letter

Closing Date: May 15, 2026

About ACSA: Established in 1988, the Alberta Construction Safety Association (ACSA) is a uniquely member-centric, industry-funded not-for-profit organization and the largest certifying partner in Alberta, driving safety and business excellence in a high-risk industry and serving more than 56,000 members.

Why Join Your ACSA?

• Impactful work: Your contributions influence the safety and well-being of Alberta's construction workforce.
• Growth & learning: ACSA offers ample opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.
• Balance & benefits: We support work-life balance and provide a competitive compensation package, including sick days, vacation time, RRSP contributions, health benefits, and health spending.
• Recognized workplace excellence: ACSA is proudly certified as one of Canada's Best Workplaces in Government and Social Services (Great Place to Work®), an achievement based on employee feedback highlighting high levels of job satisfaction, a strong and trusted organizational culture, with value-based leadership.

We thank you for your interest in applying for our position. Only those applicants invited to participate further in the hiring process will be contacted.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with different abilities. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If accommodations are required, please email careers@youracsa.ca or call 780-453-3311.