Communications Officer - Oxford County

POSITION: Communications Officer (Competition #2025-10)

LOCATION: Strategic Communication & Engagement

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Permanent Full-Time

REPORTING TO: Manager, Strategic Communication & Engagement

UNION AFFILIATION: Non-Union

WAGE RANGE: $38.84/hr - $48.55/hr ($70,688.80 - $88,361.00 annually)

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan effective immediately

  • OMERS-defined benefit pension plan effective immediately

  • Employee and Family Assistance Plan available

  • Competitive vacation and sick leave policies

  • Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities

  • Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work

POSITION SUMMARY

Supports the efficient and effective delivery of communication and public engagement activities for Oxford County programs and services. This role requires excellent writing skills and knowledge of writing styles across different mediums.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Post-secondary education in Communication, English, media studies or a related discipline

  • Excellent writing ability, including strong editing skills and familiarity with Canadian Press style

  • Experience in one or more of the following areas: newsletters and publications; use of graphic design and/or video editing software; photography; use of a web content management system

  • Knowledge of relevant trends, best practices and legislation

  • Demonstrated ability to deal with multiple deadlines and changing priorities while maintaining accuracy through short delivery times

  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team

  • Ability to demonstrate the required competencies for this position in alignment with Oxford County’s Competency Framework

  • Experience in a public sector or related setting is preferred

  • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Resumes will only be accepted electronically in a Word or PDF format via e-mail at: hr@oxfordcounty.ca

Please include competition # and position title in the subject line of your email.

POSTING DATE: Monday, January 27, 2025

CLOSING DATE: Monday, February 17, 2025, by 4:00 p.m.

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