Job Description
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Posting Start Date: 6/17/26
Job Opening Number: 107191
Job Requisition Number: 394
Number of Positions: 1
Job Type: Management and Administration
Job Code: Advisor 6, 35
Department: CORPORATE SUPPORT SERVICES
Division: Corp Support Services External
Hiring Salary Range: $102,784.00 - $115,632.00 per annum
Maximum of Salary Range: $128,480.00 per annum
Job Grade: 006
Job Status and Duration: Full Time (FT), Regular (R), vacancy
Hours of Work: 35 Hour work week
Location: City Hall
Posting Date: June 17, 2026
Closing Date: July 8, 2026
Notice to Internal Applicants: To ensure your application is processed as internal, please submit your application using your City of Brampton work email address.
External and internal applicants are now being considered.
AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:
Reporting to the Manager, Communication Services, the position is part of a team of communications professionals who provide expert advice and service to internal clients across the corporation. This role leads the development, management and execution of comprehensive communication and engagement plans that increase awareness of City programs, services and priorities.
Serves as a trusted advisor to internal clients, translating business needs into clear communication strategies. Responsibilities include identifying target audiences, crafting key messages and recommending the most effective channels—spanning print, digital, web, social, audiovisual and other platforms. This work involves creative concept development, writing, editing and collaboration with the Creative Services and Production teams to deliver high-quality, on-brand materials within budget and aligned with corporate objectives.
Engages with internal clients and external stakeholders to anticipate and manage issues, facilitate effective resolutions and provide professional support. Promotes cross-divisional collaboration and ensures the inclusion of key stakeholders to safeguard and strengthen the City’s reputation, with messaging that is clear, consistent and aligned with strategic priorities.
Provides research and expert insight in the field of organizational communications, recommending best practices and innovative approaches to strengthen communication effectiveness.
Monitors and reports on corporate issues in a timely manner, ensuring Council, senior leadership and staff are informed of project status.
Plays a key role in establishing and reinforcing communications governance across the organization by promoting consistent, standardized processes. Ensures that internal clients are equipped with tools, resources and knowledge to effectively communicate and engage with their audiences.
Participates in Council meetings to stay informed and reviews client Council reports with a strategic and issues-management lens.
Responds to inquiries from staff, elected officials, residents and outside agencies regarding corporate initiatives and services, while contributing actively to the success of the broader Strategic Communications team.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Education:
Post-secondary degree or diploma in Communications, Journalism, English or related subjects
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of organizational communications experience, preferably in the public sector
Special Requirements:
Asset if a member of International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) or a similar related professional organization
Demonstrated success in an account manager or communications consultant position
Experience dealing with the media on complex issues
Demonstrated experience in providing communications support to senior management and elected officials
Understanding of municipal government environment and current issues
Understands the use of technology and its impact on communication
Solid English language usage skills
Has subject matter expertise in the design and delivery of effective communications products and messages. Understands creative design and print, digital and web production
Uses MS Office, email, internet and other PC tools
Additional Information
Interview: Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology.
** Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.
Applicants who do not meet the educational requirements but have direct related experience may be considered.
As part of the corporation’s Modernizing Job Evaluation project, this position will undergo an evaluation which may result in a change to the rate of compensation. Any changes affecting this position will be communicated as information becomes available.
If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online by clicking the button by (July 8, 2026) and complete the attached questionnaire.
We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate(s) will be required, as a condition of employment, to execute a written employment agreement. A criminal record search will be required of the successful candidate to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.
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