1. Operations: Oversees the communications, public relations and public outreach for SRPMIC.

• Assures operations of the department are implemented, maintained and streamlined.
• Oversees all aspects of internal and external communications, including public relations, media relations, social media, website, print and online publications and digital mediums.
• Oversees promoting the community brand through marketing and advertising.
• Oversees public outreach to engage the community at-large, including event and special project implementation, coordination, planning and assessing.
• Serves as a liaison for the Community for special projects and partnership building.
• Serves as Community spokesperson in a public relations capacity as necessary.

• Provides critical planning, development and enhancement of the department organizational structure.
• Provides direct supervision to division managers and other direct reports.
• Oversees the collection of data for reporting statistics for department programs and services; researches and analyzes this information for strategic planning purposes.
• Oversees and implements the department plan and budget, assuring budget allocations and expenditures are met.
• Provides evaluation of programs and personnel.

• Coordinates with managers and staff, the development of goals and benchmarks for department, divisions and staff.
• Provides motivational outreach to department to achieve goals and objectives.
• Coordinates with staff on innovative ideas and processes to enhance deliverables.
• Provides the necessary tools to assure the effective outcome of staff deliverables.
• Provides mentorship opportunities to attain career succession goals.
• Coordinate with staff to continuously improve operational policies, practices, procedures and methods.

• Knowledge of the history, culture, laws, rules, customs and traditions of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community
• Knowledge of organizational leadership, management and program effectiveness
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of strategic planning
• Knowledge of communications, public and media relations for internal and external use and ‘best practices’
• Knowledge of communications policies, practices and procedures
• Knowledge of marketing, advertising and branding concepts
• Knowledge of multimedia and digital signage concepts
• Knowledge in special project and event logistics and planning
• Knowledge of online and print publication formats, including newspaper
• Knowledge of social media formats and processes
• Knowledge of program planning, budget planning and oversight

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  Skill promoting department objectives and developing measurable outcomes
• Skill understanding and interpreting complex concepts, rules, regulations, guidelines, policy and procedures
• Skill with writing for general audience in an accessible style
• Skill with tactful professional verbal and written communication, including grammar
• Skill presenting oneself to staff as approachable, supportive, and open to alternative ideas
• Skill making strategic and innovative decisions

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  Ability to motivate, delegate and problem solve
• Ability to develop and adhere to an annual budget, monitor expenditures and prepare the cost-benefit analysis.
• Ability to effectively research and collect statistical data for reporting
• Ability to apply strategic methods to enhance the departments deliverables
• Ability to use both a Mac and personal computer including Microsoft Office software skills
• Ability to be flexible, adaptive and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to multitask and prioritize projects
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or concerns from media, departments and members of the community
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.

• Education: A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Community Relations or closely related field required.
• Experience: 7 years demonstrated successful experience in a management role with a background in communications and public relations or related job class and work environment.

• Demonstrated experience in organizing, conceptualizing, and prioritizing objectives and managing a high volume workflow office.

• Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education and experience that will allow the applicant to satisfactorily perform the duties of the job may be considered.
• Underfill Eligibility: An enrolled Community Member whom closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position may be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2-19, Underfill

• May be required to work outside normal business hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
• May be required to travel

Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check. Employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

"SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer" Preference will be given to a qualified Community Member, then a qualified Native American and then other qualified candidate.

In order to obtain consideration for Community member/Native American preference, applicant must submit a copy of Tribal Enrollment card or CIB which indicates enrollment in a Federally Recognized Native American Tribe by one of the following methods:

1) attach to application

2) fax (480) 362-5860

3) mail or hand deliver to Human Resources.

Documentation must be received by position closing date. The IHS/BIA Form-4432 is not accepted. Your Tribal ID/CIB must be submitted to HR-Recruitment-Two Waters.

The SRPMIC offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan. In addition employees enjoy vacation and sick leave and 13 paid holidays.