EXPERIENCE: A minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in a media outlet, think tank, university, NGO, international organization, foreign embassy, government office, corporation, or related entity is required, with responsibility for public relations, public affairs, journalism, communications, marketing, outreach events, press conferences, and other media interactions as significant parts of the job. Must have experience managing digital properties, and content creation in multimedia and traditional formats.

KNOWLEDGE: Comprehensive understanding of Canadian press/media institutions, the media environment and professional journalism standards and practices, as well as trends in audience preferences for information consumption (print, TV, radio, online), is required. Must have an understanding of communication trends in the region and internationally as they affect the information landscape and must be familiar with influence patterns in information flow. Knowledge of marketing techniques, market analysis, and audience analytics in Canada. Must understand the regional, demographic, ethnic, socioeconomic, cultural, and linguistic factors and the influence of religious, cultural, and educational institutions in shaping Canadian opinions and preferences. Must have strong online communications and analysis skills to identify and exploit engagement opportunities.

A university degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, International Relations, Political Science, Economics or related field is required.

LANGUAGE: Fluent in speaking/reading/writing in English is required.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Calgary, Canada may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits. The US Mission offers competitive salary, robust benefits, professional development and celebration of American and Canadian holidays.

For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.

The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
2. AEFM / USEFM
3. FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **

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  IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.

** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Non-Sensitive security certification.

To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.

All Applicants:

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  Proof of eligibility to legally reside and/or work in Canada, such as a copy of Canadian passport, citizenship certificate, permanent residency and/or work permit
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  Educational certificate as required by the specific education requirement, such as high school diploma, university transcripts, university degree, etc

Eligible Family Member Applicants:

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  Copy of Sponsor's Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
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  Passport copy
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  DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
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  SF-50 (if applicable)

Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.

For further information - the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.

Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Calgary, Canada.