ADVISOR-COMMUNICATIONS
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Department: Public & Government Relations
Location: Brampton, ON
Are you an ambitious and highly motivated advisor with experience in communications, media and public relations or journalism? Are you looking to make the next step in your career? If so, apply below and join Peel Regional Police – one of Canada’s most progressive police services!
As an Advisor-Communications within our Public & Government Relations Department, you will be responsible for the development of internal and external communications products. They conduct research and work with subject matter experts and the strategic communications team to develop communication strategies.
What will your typical day look like?
- Development of communication products through research, writing, and copy editing. This includes but not limited to content for digital, speaking remarks, news releases, video scripts, internal communications, and other relevant communication products.
- Development of executive level briefs and summaries on public and government relations issues as it pertains to policing and the organization.
- Building and maintaining effective working relations with internal stakeholders and teams to ensure communication product development is accurate and consistent with organization’s branding and priorities.
- Monitors brand reputation and discussions relating to the organization in mainstream and social media and advises on appropriate response or strategies.
- Understands audience reach and value of different social media platforms, and able to develop relevant content and ensures communications products consider and are inclusive to internal and/or public sentiment.
- Supports positive brand awareness through development of communication products that promote Peel Regional Police’s initiatives, members, and community.
- Provides overarching communications support to the public affairs team on strategies and projects.
- Monitors the appropriate media analytics and provides recommendations for any improvements.
- Proactively identifies potential issues and risks and advises on mitigation strategies.
- Performs additional duties as assigned.
Enough about us, lets talk about you
You are someone with:
- A Degree or Diploma in Communications, Public Relations, Digital Marketing, Journalism, English or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education/training and experience. Social media experience required.
- A minimum of three years experience in Journalism, Media and Public Relations or Communications.
- Advanced research, writing and editing skills.
- Demonstrated understanding of various social media platforms, ability to interpret analytics from social media platforms.
- Comfortable working with Microsoft 365 and other workflow/management software i.e. Monday.com, Hootsuite and etc.
- Demonstrated organizational and project management skills.
- Demonstrated oral communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a co-operative environment to gather information from across the organization and generate communications.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
Applicable Tests:
Applicants will be required to successfully complete the following tests:
- Technical Skills A
What we offer
The salary range for this permanent, full-time position is $58,447.00 – $91,673.00 per annum. Peel Regional Police offers a highly competitive compensation package; applicants will be considered for the top end of the range ($80,214.00 – $91,673.00) based on experience. The salary is complemented with a comprehensive benefit program, including employer-paid Health/Dental and Life Insurance; and the OMERS Pension Plan effective upon hire.
Peel Regional Police is committed to providing resources and development opportunities for continual growth of staff. This includes (but is not limited to) providing internal opportunities, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, free on-site learning/training programs and providing any required equipment to support the safe and effective delivery of services.
Peel Regional Police is committed to ensuring the health and wellness of its employees and offers many programs and services in support of work-life balance and both personal and professional wellness. From wellness protection for you and your family, to state-of-the-art fitness facilities available to you free of charge, to structured programs to nurture your intellectual, physical and emotional wellness, we’ve got you covered.
About us
Peel Regional Police, the second largest municipal police service in Ontario, polices the cities of Mississauga and Brampton, with a population of almost 1.5 million residents, and Pearson International Airport, which saw an estimated 35.6 million people pass through in 2022. We are committed to our Vision of ‘A Safer Community Together’. Everything we do is driven by our Mission, Vision and Values and we pride ourselves in being accountable to our community.
Peel Regional Police is acknowledged as one of Canada’s most progressive police services. A proactive approach to problem-solving, a dedication to professional excellence and a reputation for making the community a better place in which to live and work – these are the hallmarks of Peel Regional Police.
The next step is yours!
Qualified persons should apply online at www.peelpolice.ca, referencing Job ID #304403 by Tuesday, September 17th, 2024 by 10:59PM. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email. Check your inbox regularly, including junk mail. No agency contact and/or referrals, please.
Applicants in consideration for hire shall be subject to a thorough background investigation that includes, but is not limited to, police checks with local, provincial and out-of-country law enforcement agencies, if required, education credentials, credit and financial inquiries, and person and work references.
As an equal opportunity employer, Peel Regional Police is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment and committed to accommodating the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We encourage applicants to inform Recruitment and Staff Support of any accessibility needs to ensure they are accommodated throughout the recruitment and selection process.