Career Opportunity: Internal Communications Officer
Location: Prince George, BC
Employment Type: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Practice Differently with Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS): CSFS is an innovative and progressive leader in Indigenous health and family services where culture is at the centre of everything we do. Since our beginnings in the late 1980’s, CSFS has grown to over 475 employees providing services to 11-member Nations. Discover what it means to practice differently, as you enjoy unique experiences, close connections with communities, as well as the natural wonders of the northern BC while you work.

The Opportunity:

• Execute a strategic internal and executive communications plan: You will align internal and executive CEO and COO messaging with the company’s vision, mission and service goals.
• Work cross-functionally across teams: You will work in close partnership with Human Resources, Information Technology, Finance and Quality and Innovation Programs and Leadership to execute communication initiatives from concept to delivery.
• Lead internal communications plans and projects: Develop and author a variety of internal and executive communications including presentations, announcements, blogs, press releases and live events to be delivered across a variety of communications channels.
• Conduct research initiatives including literature reviews, focus groups, surveys etc. to determine outcomes and needs relating to communications initiatives.

Visit www.practicedifferently.ca and click on ‘View Opportunities’ to view the full job description for this career opportunity.

What You Will Bring to The Role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Marketing, Communications or equivalent
• At least 5 years of professional communications experience
• A combination of education and experience may be considered
• Experience in a healthcare, child and family services, government or government organization, not-for-profit or corporate environment is considered an asset

At CSFS, we understand that knowledge and experience may come from a variety of sources and encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not align perfectly with the qualifications listed above.
The Location:
Prince George sits on the traditional lands of the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation and is the largest city in northern B.C. It is a community that includes the renowned University of Northern B.C. and the College of New Caledonia, affordable housing, complemented by an international airport. Prince George offers unparalleled access to outdoor recreation that contributes to the city’s high quality of life and standards of living. The Fraser and Nechako rivers are focal points of an extensive park and trail system of more than 100 parks. Enjoy opportunities for year-round outdoor activities from camping to snowshoeing. Learn more about Prince George at https://tourismpg.com/.

What CSFS Team Members Are Saying:

• We live by our organization’s values of Responsibility, Compassion, Honesty, Integrity, Trust and Respect while caring and advocating for vulnerable people.
• Supported to pursue life long learning, professional development and recognition for your contribution.
• Recognize the value of Carrier Sekani Knowledge holders and language speakers.

Wage Range: The target hiring range for this position is $38.5876 to $49.9719 per hour. Candidates will typically be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the wage range. Placement within the wage range is dependent on the applicants’ role specific knowledge, skills, abilities, related experience and in consideration of factors such as market conditions and internal equity.
Total Rewards: In addition to base salary, CSFS offers an excellent compensation package. It features unique, generous, flexible time off options promoting work-life-family balance, Municipal Pension Plan (defined benefit with an employer contribution of 9.31% after eligibility period), as well as extended health and dental benefits. At CSFS, we believe in investing in our employees through meaningful educational and professional development opportunities.
Hurry and Apply Now! Go to www.practicedifferently.ca and click on ‘View Opportunities’ to apply. Applications will only be received and accepted through our online recruitment system.
Deadline to Apply: August 15, 2025 Along with your resume, please submit a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this opportunity, what skills and experience you will bring, and how your qualifications will make you successful in this role.
With the continuation of the global pandemic and because CSFS provides services to First Nations communities, classified as “Vulnerable Populations,” and to protect the health and safety of employees, candidates applying for employment will need to agree to provide their covid-19 vaccination status as a condition of employment.
In accordance with Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code and Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, preference will be given to qualified candidates with Aboriginal Ancestry.
CSFS is committed to ensuring accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources team by email at recruitment@csfs.org and we’ll collaborate with you to address your requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Marketing, Communications or equivalent
• At least 5 years of professional communications experience
• A combination of education and experience may be considered
• Experience in a healthcare, child and family services, government or government organization, not-for-profit or corporate environment is considered an asse