Communications Specialist I

At the University of Waterloo, we create and promote a culture where everyone can reach their full potential. As an employee, you get support & opportunities that empower you to advance your career. Explore how we can bring big ideas to life, together. The University is a welcoming workplace for those of all abilities, interests, and expertise. As part of our workforce, you can do what you do best, every day. Learn more about our recruitment process. **Job Requisition ID:** 2026-03700 **Time Type:** Full time **Employee Group:** Staff **Job Category:** Communications **Employment Type:** Permanent **Department:** Faculty of Engineering - Dean of Engineering Office - Communications Team **Hiring Range:** $67,688.63 - $84,610.79 **Posting Information:** This posting is for an existing vacancy. The internal posting deadline for this position is *November 12, 2026* at 11:59PM **Job Description:** Primary Purpose This job description has been prepared to support implementation and role clarity. It reflects the intended scope of the role at this stage and may be subject to minor adjustments as the work is operationalized and responsibilities are finalized. University of Waterloo is a leading global innovation hub that drives economic and social prosperity for Canada and the world. With more than 41,000 students, we are home to the world's largest co-op education talent pipeline, to game-changing research and technology, and to an unmatched entrepreneurial culture. Together, these create partnerships and solutions to tackle today’s and tomorrow’s challenges. At the university, the Marketing and Communications function is responsible for enhancing and protecting the university’s reputation. The communications function specifically leads by helping the university communicate with clarity, credibility and purpose, while developing governance, standards and protocols to uphold consistent, coordinated and effective communications across campus. The Communications Specialist is a role responsible for contributing to the planning, development, delivery and evaluation of communications initiatives that support institutional priorities. The role applies communications knowledge, professional judgment and strong organizational capability to develop content, coordinate communications activities and support stakeholder engagement across a variety of channels and audiences. Working within established communications frameworks and standards, the role contributes to effective communications outcomes through independent management of assigned work and collaboration with stakeholders and communications colleagues. Key Accountabilities Communications Content Development and Delivery * Develops and delivers communications activities and materials supporting defined objectives and priorities. * Creates and adapts communications content for digital, print and other channels as required. * Produces communications materials such as arti