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U.S. Navy

DESIGN & COMMUNICATION MANAGER

Barre, VT · On-site

ABOUT As a Mass Communication Specialist, it's your job to tell our story. Use your creativity to ... College credit hours toward a bachelor's or associate degree through the American Council on ...

U.S. Navy

ABOUT As a Mass Communication Specialist, it's your job to tell our story. Use your creativity to ... College credit hours toward a bachelor's or associate degree through the American Council on ...

U.S. Navy

DESIGN & COMMUNICATION MANAGER

Rutland, VT · On-site

ABOUT As a Mass Communication Specialist, it's your job to tell our story. Use your creativity to ... College credit hours toward a bachelor's or associate degree through the American Council on ...

U.S. Navy

ABOUT As a Mass Communication Specialist, it's your job to tell our story. Use your creativity to ... College credit hours toward a bachelor's or associate degree through the American Council on ...

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How much do communications associate jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for communications associate in Vermont is $61,125.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,400.00 and $69,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges a communications associate faces when managing internal and external messaging?

Communications Associates often juggle multiple projects with tight deadlines, which can make prioritizing tasks and maintaining message consistency challenging. They must adapt messaging for different audiences, ensuring clarity and alignment with organizational goals while also responding quickly to emerging issues or feedback. Collaborating across departments is key, as information often needs to be gathered from various teams, requiring strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.

What is a communications associate?

A communications associate assists a marketing or advertising team with a variety of tasks. As a communications associate, you may be responsible for copywriting promotional materials, designing simple graphics, managing social media and outreach, launching email campaigns, researching media coverage, and promoting products. You also typically perform administrative duties as needed. Qualifications for this job include a mix of related skills and experience. Most employers require candidates to have a bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or a similar field. Completing internships at ad or marketing agencies helps to improve your career opportunities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a communications associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Communications Associate, you need strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), social media platforms, and graphic design tools like Adobe Creative Suite is commonly expected. Attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to collaborate effectively with teams are standout soft skills for this role. These skills ensure clear messaging, brand consistency, and effective engagement with target audiences across multiple channels.
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Infographic showing various Communications Associate job openings in Vermont as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, and 11% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $61,125 per year, or $29.4 per hour.

Emergency Communications Specialist

City of Burlington, VT

Burlington, VT • On-site

$67K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Salary : $67,589.60 - $75,355.90 Annually
Location : BPD - Antonio B. Pomerleau Building, One North Avenue Burlington, VT
Job Type: Regular Full Time Non Exempt
Job Number: BPD Emergency Comms Specialist
Department: Police
Opening Date: 07/09/2026
Closing Date: 8/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME
General Purpose
This position receives, records, and processes emergency and non-emergency requests for police, fire and ambulance assistance, and dispatches units appropriately; responds to routine inquiries or referrals. Monitors radio traffic and operate computer systems required to complete the task; provides communications link between police/fire/ambulance response units and outside public service agencies. In addition this position acts as an internal routing unit, receiving calls from the public, other City departments, etc., and directs the call to the appropriate Police Department personnel.
Union Affiliation: American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)
Pay Grade 17: $32.50 - $36.23 Hourly
Remote Tier 1: Zero (0) days remote/week
Essential Job Functions
  • Interact with callers requesting emergency / non-emergency response or service from the community or public agencies.
  • Uses established protocols and the computer-aided dispatch system (CAD) to determine appropriate actions to be taken.
  • Monitors and maintains the location and status of police, fire and other authorized agency united in the field.
  • Answer emergency and non-emergency calls from incoming lines, including 911 and special service lines (e.g. hearing-impaired). Elicit facts from the caller, determine type of assistance required for the situation, and relay necessary information to the appropriate source i.e., police officers, fire field units, emergency ambulance services, mutual aid agencies and volunteers, City, County, State or Federal agencies.
  • Participates with the Administration in the development, implementation, and review of procedures.
  • Monitor radio communication channels for police, fire, ambulance; Department of Public Works; local government; and relay information to the appropriate authority.
  • Record and maintain accurate computerized summaries of all emergency call using C.A.D. system.
  • File and organize resource information including but not limited to sensitive information, in a discreet and professional manner by maintaining confidentiality.
  • Established Emergency Communication Specialists will train new ECS employees using the department's Dispatch Training Manual.

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements
  • Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
  • High school diploma or equivalent (Associate Degree in Communication or Business Preferred) required.
  • Must successfully pass the written, typing examinations, panel interview and background check conducted by the Department.
  • After acceptance of conditional offer of employment applicant must pass physical examination by the Medical Board.
  • Emergency Communications Specialist will obtain and maintain Vermont Criminal Information Center (VCIC) and National Criminal Information Center (NCIC) certifications upon starting the position.
  • Must demonstrate the ability to operate Police and Fire computer equipment, a multi-channel/function radio console, a multi-line telephone system, a TTY/TDD, as well as Police, fire, and medical emergency alarm receiving equipment and video monitoring equipment.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the street system and the geography of the Burlington area, with some knowledge of law enforcement, public safety and/or fire science procedures preferred.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred
  • Ability to maintain a positive customer service attitude at all time with public, user agency members, co-workers and supervisors.
  • Must be able and willing to work overnights, weekends, holidays and overtime shifts.
  • Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions.
  • Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules and personnel policies.

Additional Information
Promoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity
The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.
In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply.
Applications for our employment opportunities are only accepted online through our website.
For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at or .
The City of Burlington is proud to offer full time employees a comprehensive benefits program that includes:
  • Medical/Dental Insurance Coverage
  • Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Programs
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Paid Leave (Sick and Vacation)
  • Pension Plan
  • Contributory Retirement Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Discounted Gym Memberships
  • Free Yoga Membership to Sangha Studios (Burlington, Williston & online)
  • Tuition Discounts for Champlain College TruEd
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Bonus Incentives Program
  • Local & National Store Discounts
  • Subsidized Transportation Options
  • Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

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Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
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Do you possess the ability to operate Police and Fire computer equipment, a multi-channel/function radio console, a multi-line telephone system, a TTY/TDD, as well as Police, Fire, and medical emergency alarm receiving and video monitoring equipment?
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Are you able and willing to work overnights, weekends, holidays, and overtime shifts?
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