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Communications Coordinator (12+ month term at YLW)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Internal candidates please note that in order to be considered based on your seniority, applications must be received by 4:00pm on April 23, 2024.

This position is anticipated to be 12 months in duration but may be extended. Please note that there will be an expectation to work outside of regular business hours on occasion.

Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as “other documents”. Please ensure that you have a resume and Driver’s Abstract to attach, as these are required documents when applying to this posting. If you do not currently possess a Driver’s Licence, or are waiting to receive a Driver’s Abstract, you are still eligible to apply. Please upload a word document stating “Driver’s Abstract is on order” or “Do not possess a Driver’s Licence”.

Testing may be required. If no fully qualified candidates apply, those not fully qualified may be considered for a training opportunity. Training rates will apply.

Positions that become vacant within the same classification may be filled as a result of this posting if the vacancy occurs within 30 days of closing.

Position Details

Posting Information

Posting Number CK53269P
Position Title Communications Coordinator (12+ month term at YLW)
No. of Staff Required 1
Position Type Term
If Term position, enter length of Term in months 12+ months
Position Groups CUPE Civic
Division Corporate Strategic Services (DV101)
Department Communications Department (DP248)
Branch Communications Department (BR248-1)
Organizational Information

Purpose of your Position - Non Union
Classification Summary - Union
A Communications Coordinator develops, promotes, publicizes and runs communications programs for identified departmental initiatives.

Use your strong writing, research and interpersonal skills to develop and implement communication, marketing, and awareness campaigns for Kelowna International Airport. As Communications Coordinator, you will create content for a variety of audiences and channels and support key business strategies and objectives for the airport executive team.

The City of Kelowna is one of the most rapidly growing cities in Canada and Kelowna International Airport (YLW) is an exciting place to be as a communicator. YLW was one of the fastest recovering airports post pandemic and exceeded 2 million passengers in 2023. YLW is also in phase 1 of a three-year terminal expansion project that will add approximately 5590 m2 of new space to the terminal building and 1200m2 of renovated space to the existing terminal building.

The successful candidate will have a post-secondary diploma in communications, along with practical experience developing and publishing content in a corporate environment. Experience with web content management, email marketing, and social media platforms is essential and experience with design software is preferred.
Duties - Union
  • Plans, prepares and delivers communications, community educational programs, social marketing initiatives and presentations.
  • Develops and coordinates marketing and communications plans for various departmental initiatives.
  • Coordinates and implements special projects, based on City’s direction.
  • Prepares and coordinates media releases, advertising and newspaper promotions.
  • Utilizes computerized expertise to assist with desktop publishing, website maintenance, front page editor and graphic applications.
  • Participates in public consultations for program initiatives.
  • Researches, writes, and edits various communications materials, including speaking notes for the Mayor, reports, applications, advertisements and promotional materials .
  • Responds to public enquiries and complaints.
  • Fosters strong relationships and establish partnerships in the community.
Results and Activities - Non union
Credentials - Union
  • Communications Diploma
  • Experience
  • BC Drivers License – Class 5
Knowledge - Non Union
Skills & Abilities - Non Union
Competencies
  • Communication Excellence
  • Computer Literacy
  • Innovation
  • Project Management
Posting Text

Physical Demands
Special Instructions to Applicant
Internal candidates please note that in order to be considered based on your seniority, applications must be received by 4:00pm on April 23, 2024.

This position is anticipated to be 12 months in duration but may be extended. Please note that there will be an expectation to work outside of regular business hours on occasion.

Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as “other documents”. Please ensure that you have a resume and Driver’s Abstract to attach, as these are required documents when applying to this posting. If you do not currently possess a Driver’s Licence, or are waiting to receive a Driver’s Abstract, you are still eligible to apply. Please upload a word document stating “Driver’s Abstract is on order” or “Do not possess a Driver’s Licence”.

Testing may be required. If no fully qualified candidates apply, those not fully qualified may be considered for a training opportunity. Training rates will apply.

Positions that become vacant within the same classification may be filled as a result of this posting if the vacancy occurs within 30 days of closing.
Additional Hiring Information
Pay Rate Starts at $37.30 per hour with a 2-step progression to $39.75 per hour plus 14% in lieu of vacation, statutory holidays and benefits
Posting Date 04/17/2024
Closing Date 04/30/2024
Days of Work Monday to Friday
Standard Hours per Day 7
Hours of Work
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Work Location KELOWNA INT'L AIRPORT
Specify Work Location Administration Office

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Driver's Abstract
Optional Documents
  1. References
  2. Other Document 1
  3. Other Document 2

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * What level of post-secondary education have you completed in communications or digital marketing?
    • High school graduation
    • Some post-secondary courses
    • Certificate (1 year full time studies)
    • Diploma (2 years full time studies)
    • Bachelor's degree (3 to 4 years full time studies)
    • Master's Degree or other higher level post-graduate program
    • Other
  2. * How many years of experience do you have with writing web/social media content at a corporate level?
    • None
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1 to 3 years
    • 3 to 5 years
    • More than 5 years
  3. * How many years of corporate communications experience do you have?
    • None
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1 to 3 years
    • 3 to 5 years
    • More than 5 years
  4. * How many years of experience do you have booking and placing ads using print, web and social media?
    • None
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1 to 3 years
    • 3 to 5 years
    • More than 5 years
  5. * How many years of experience do you have writing news releases?
    • None
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1 to 3 years
    • 3 to 5 years
    • More than 5 years
  6. * How many years experience do you have with Adobe Creative suite?
    • None
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1 to 3 years
    • 3 to 5 years
    • More than 5 years