Communications Coordinator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 22, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 21, 2026.
Classification: Grid 21, BCGEU Membership
Office Location: Fort St John or Kelowna or Victoria
Salary: $74,267.05 - $84,409.25 - Permanent Full-Time, based on a 35-hour work week.
An additional 10.75% Job Family Market Multiplier will be added to the posted salary.
An additional 3% Location Allowance will be added to posted salary for northern location.
About the Job:
Reporting to the Manager, Communications, the Communications Coordinator (Coordinator) is responsible for providing professional communications expertise and a range of communications services. The Coordinator provides report preparation and support for the external website, social media channels and graphics in support of projects and strategic objectives of the BCER. This position also assists in the handling of external communication requests for the BCER.
Communications and Strategic Engagement provides strategic advice, logistic and tactical communication support and service to other branches within the BCER. It includes issues management and media relations, internal communications and graphics, design, videography and video editing, social media content development and monitoring, writing and web development; as well as industry and government relations.
Organization Chart:
Commissioner, Chief Executive Officer
Chief Legal Counsel, Governance & Regulatory Affairs
Vice President, Regulatory Affairs & Strategic Engagement
Executive Director, Strategic Engagement & Communications
Manager, Communications
Support a variety of strategic initiatives and projects within tight timeframes. Activities are often subject to significant public, political and industry scrutiny.
Work collaboratively with other departments across the BCER to develop content, such as stories for the external website, and identifying opportunities for further communications.
Maintain alignment with brand guidelines, voice and adherence to graphic standards.
Report preparation (layout, graphics, editing and proofing), for external audiences.
Develop PowerPoint presentations and templates, including creating, editing, and proofing, for internal and external audiences.
Develop graphic material and graphic design treatment for presentations, social media and reports.
Create, review and edit guidance documents, reports, brochures, fact sheets.
Respond to incoming public information requests.
Support Public Relations Management, including News Releases, technical writing, researching issues, and the creation of fact sheets, brochures, FAQs, cards and posters.
Support web design and social media programs, including graphics and written posts.
Other responsibilities and related duties as required.
Education:
Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a related field such as Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or similar, and five years of relevant experience; or,
Diploma or Certificate in a relevant field such as Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or similar, and four years of relevant experience.
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Experience:
Demonstrated experience working in, or with media or in a public relations/corporate and communications environment.
Demonstrated experience handling communications for a corporate or public sector program.
Demonstrated experience coordinating day-to-day communications services, including preparation of sensitive information materials, presentations, backgrounders, etc. with discretion and confidentiality.
Demonstrated experience writing correspondence, articles, web stories or marketing materials.
Demonstrated experience with report set-up, desktop publication and graphic design.
Demonstrated experience in web design and/or social media programs.
Key Competencies:
Accountability
The ability to take ownership and responsibility for the behaviours and outputs of oneself and others while instilling a sense of motivational ownership through guidance and support.
Communicating Effectively
The ability to convey information clearly, accurately, and appropriately to the intended audience. It involves utilizing multiple forms of communication channels and techniques, such as verbal and written communication, active listening, and nonverbal cues, to ensure a message is understood and received as intended. It involves being mindful of the audience’s needs, preferences, and cultural backgrounds, adapting the message and delivery style accordingly to facilitate mutual understanding and engagement.
Innovation
The ability to proactively seek, generate, and implement new ideas, solutions, processes, or technologies that result in improvements in efficiency, productivity, or performance and drive positive change within the organization.
Problem Solving and Judgement
The ability to systematically analyze problems, identify root causes, evaluate potential solutions, and make sound decisions to address challenges and achieve desired outcomes.
If you are interested in applying for this role and meet the minimum selection criteria, please select “Apply Now” and submit your application prior to the closing date. Applicants should review the education and experience listed in the job requisition and clearly articulate how their work experience and skills are aligned with the requirements. Please note, applicants will only be contacted if they are selected to proceed further in the process. An eligibility list with a duration of 6 months may be established.