Communications Coordinator Specialist
Qwalifize LLC, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208
Type:
3-year Contract with two 1-year extensions (totaling 5 years)
Full Time or Part Time:
Full-Time
Pay Rate:
$157.50 - $210.00 per hour
Location:
San Antonio, Texas – Onsite
Multiple locations within 15 miles of the zip code 78207
Language Requirements:
Write, read, and speak English
Language Preferences:
Write, read, and speak Spanish
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly strategic and executive-level Communications Coordinator Specialist to lead, design, and execute comprehensive internal and external communications strategies for a large, complex metropolitan organization. This role operates at a senior advisory level and is responsible for overseeing enterprise-wide messaging, brand governance, executive communications, media strategy, crisis communications, and public engagement initiatives.
The Communications Coordinator Specialist serves as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and governing boards, ensuring all communications align with organizational priorities, regulatory requirements, and public-sector transparency standards. This role requires exceptional strategic planning capabilities, political acumen, and experience managing communications in highly visible, public-facing, and regulated environments.
The ideal candidate demonstrates executive presence, superior writing and messaging expertise, strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to guide high-impact communications initiatives that influence public perception and organizational reputation. Perform other duties as assigned.
Experience Requirements Minimum of 10–15+ years of progressive experience in strategic communications, public affairs, media relations, or corporate communications, including senior-level advisory responsibilities Extensive experience developing and implementing enterprise-wide communications strategies within a large, complex, or public-sector organization Proven experience advising executive leadership and governing boards on messaging, public positioning, and crisis response Demonstrated expertise managing high-visibility media relations, press briefings, and public communications campaigns Experience overseeing brand governance, messaging consistency, and cross-departmental communications alignment Strong working knowledge of public-sector communications requirements, including transparency laws, public information regulations, and community engagement standards in Texas Experience leading crisis communications planning and rapid-response strategies Ability to analyze public sentiment, media coverage, and stakeholder feedback to inform strategic messaging Experience coordinating communications during major organizational initiatives, service changes, infrastructure projects, or public policy developments Proven ability to manage external vendors, creative agencies, and multimedia production teams Advanced proficiency in digital communications platforms, content management systems, analytics tools, and enterprise collaboration platforms Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to craft executive speeches, board materials, briefing documents, and public statements Experience Preferences Experience within transportation, governmental, or highly regulated public-sector environment Familiarity with Texas public information laws and governmental communications compliance standards Experience leading large-scale public engagement campaigns or voter-facing initiatives Background in stakeholder relations involving elected officials, community organizations, and regulatory bodies Experience integrating digital strategy, social media governance, and multimedia communications into enterprise communications planning Professional certifications in public relations, communications strategy, or crisis management Physical Requirements Ability to work at a computer for extended periods Ability to attend public meetings, press events, and executive briefings as required Ability to travel locally for community engagement and stakeholder meetings Minimal physical exertion Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Public Administration, or a related field Exceptional analytical, organizational, and executive-level communication skills Education Preferences Master’s degree in Communications, Public Administration, Business Administration (MBA), or related field Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) or equivalent professional certification Advanced training in crisis communications, executive communications, or governmental affairs Continuing professional education in media strategy, digital analytics, or public-sector communications compliance Training Schedule: TBD Schedule: Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CST). Dress Code: TBD Benefits: TBD Additional Information: Drug screening, background, and reference checks are performed if required. Valid identification and reliable transportation are required. We are an E-Verify employer. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Our employees are authorized to work in the United States.
Experience Requirements Minimum of 10–15+ years of progressive experience in strategic communications, public affairs, media relations, or corporate communications, including senior-level advisory responsibilities Extensive experience developing and implementing enterprise-wide communications strategies within a large, complex, or public-sector organization Proven experience advising executive leadership and governing boards on messaging, public positioning, and crisis response Demonstrated expertise managing high-visibility media relations, press briefings, and public communications campaigns Experience overseeing brand governance, messaging consistency, and cross-departmental communications alignment Strong working knowledge of public-sector communications requirements, including transparency laws, public information regulations, and community engagement standards in Texas Experience leading crisis communications planning and rapid-response strategies Ability to analyze public sentiment, media coverage, and stakeholder feedback to inform strategic messaging Experience coordinating communications during major organizational initiatives, service changes, infrastructure projects, or public policy developments Proven ability to manage external vendors, creative agencies, and multimedia production teams Advanced proficiency in digital communications platforms, content management systems, analytics tools, and enterprise collaboration platforms Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to craft executive speeches, board materials, briefing documents, and public statements Experience Preferences Experience within transportation, governmental, or highly regulated public-sector environment Familiarity with Texas public information laws and governmental communications compliance standards Experience leading large-scale public engagement campaigns or voter-facing initiatives Background in stakeholder relations involving elected officials, community organizations, and regulatory bodies Experience integrating digital strategy, social media governance, and multimedia communications into enterprise communications planning Professional certifications in public relations, communications strategy, or crisis management Physical Requirements Ability to work at a computer for extended periods Ability to attend public meetings, press events, and executive briefings as required Ability to travel locally for community engagement and stakeholder meetings Minimal physical exertion Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Public Administration, or a related field Exceptional analytical, organizational, and executive-level communication skills Education Preferences Master’s degree in Communications, Public Administration, Business Administration (MBA), or related field Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) or equivalent professional certification Advanced training in crisis communications, executive communications, or governmental affairs Continuing professional education in media strategy, digital analytics, or public-sector communications compliance Training Schedule: TBD Schedule: Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CST). Dress Code: TBD Benefits: TBD Additional Information: Drug screening, background, and reference checks are performed if required. Valid identification and reliable transportation are required. We are an E-Verify employer. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Our employees are authorized to work in the United States.