As a potlatch tribe, we honor our ancient tradition of sharing our blessings. The values we cherish make the Coquille Tribe the best employer on Oregon’s South Coast.

FLEXIBLE, COMPASSIONATE HEALTH PLANS -- Many options. Health, dental and vision insurance as low as $69 per month individual, $295 family.
GENEROUS 401(k) -- We offer a 5% match plus an additional 3% employer basic contribution. (Eligible after one year.)
ABUNDANT HOLIDAYS -- 14 paid holidays per year.
PLENTIFUL PTO -- 18 vacation days per year to start.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY WORKPLACE -- Flexible hours in many jobs. Your baby is welcome in most workspaces.
FREE PRESCHOOL – Depending on Head Start eligibility criteria.
MEAL DISCOUNTS – Half-price at The Mill during your work hours.
INCLUSIVE SPIRIT -- When you work for our Tribe, you’re part of our community!

This position is a covered position as defined in the Coquille Indian Tribe Chapter 185 Child Protection Ordinance.

Candidate must pass a pre-employment drug screen and Criminal and Character Background Check.

Summary of Major Functions
At the direction of the administrative services director, the communications director will:
Develop and coordinate all communication, community outreach and media relations to the public and tribal community. Ensure tribal members and the public are appropriately informed and up to date on tribal issues, activities, and accomplishments.

Provide CIT leadership and the Tribal Council with information, processes, and tools to establish and attain communication goals and strategies.

Enhance and improve understanding of tribal sovereignty and tribal rights among the public and the tribal community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Promote public awareness, understanding and appreciation of the Coquille Indian Tribe’s programs, services, and initiatives.
2. Facilitate and coordinate communication with the public and tribal community, using tribal newsletters, other printed and digital publications, social media, pamphlets, handouts, and other information distribution methods.
3. Supervise communications staff, including but not limited to planning, scheduling, and assigning work; establishing guidelines and performance expectations; providing feedback; and evaluating performance. Provide advice, coaching, and/or instruction to staff. Conduct disciplinary measures as necessary.
4. Develop and maintain productive working relationships with media representatives and journalists in all fields—newspapers, radio, TV, magazines, social media, etc. Respond timely and promptly to media inquiries to accommodate publication or broadcast deadlines.
5. Advise and assist CIT leadership and chairperson regarding the development and coordination of media communications. Serve as primary contact point and facilitator for the Chairperson who is the primary spokesperson for the Tribe. Ensure that the chairperson is consulted in advance of any external communication.
6. Provide talking points, scripting, presentation materials or other assistance as need for the tribal chairperson, CIT leadership or others who have been assigned to represent the tribe.
7. Coordinate media releases with other tribal entities as directed.
8. Oversee the content and presentation of the tribe’s public-facing websites, internal portal(s) and social media.
9. Continuously evaluate new technologies and platforms for potential use to ensure that the Tribe is always using the most efficient and effective communication resources.
10. Maintain an excellent working knowledge of the tribe’s values and mission. Ensure all communication aligns with the values and mission.
11. Attend Tribal Council meetings and workshops as directed.
12. Ensure that all tribal communications meet appropriate standards regarding privacy, security, defamation, decency, matters before the court and Coquille Tribal policies.
13. Recommend and draft tribal communications policies and procedures. Monitor compliance, including spokespersons’ delegated responsibilities.
14. Other duties as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires the ability to communicate orally, repetitive movement of the wrists, hands and/or fingers, often requires walking, standing, sitting for extended periods of time, raising or lowering objects, stooping, and occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds. Will often be required to travel by automobile, commercial or private carrier. Local travel is frequently required, statewide and national travel is occasionally required. The individual must perform the essential duties and responsibilities efficiently and accurately, with or without reasonable accommodation, without causing a significant safety threat to self or others.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

1. Excellent oral and written communication skills with strengths in team building and cooperative problem solving. Ability to consistently convey a pleasant and helpful attitude by using excellent interpersonal and communication skills to control sometimes stressful and emotional situations.
2. Ability to foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the Coquille Indian Tribe.
3. Ability to develop the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing ongoing feedback and by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods.
4. Demonstrated ability to be results-driven, making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems and calculating risks.
5. Knowledge and skill in performing department-level administrative functions, including personnel and budget management; procurement; preparation and administration of contracts, grants and agreements; and program evaluation and reporting.
6. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with outside governmental officials, administrative and granting agencies.
7. Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality and objectivity under constant pressure and in crises. A breach of confidentiality or fraud is grounds for immediate dismissal.

REQUIRED Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
2. Five years of professional experience handling communications or public relations in a leadership role.
3. Two years of supervisory experience.
4. Experience in government-to-government relations with respect to tribal, local, state and federal agencies preferred.
5. Working knowledge of relevant software, including Microsoft Office Suite, Photoshop, Wordpress and desktop publishing.
6. Familiarity with social media and website development.
7. Current and valid Oregon driver’s license in good standing (or ability to obtain such) with no insurability restrictions from the tribe’s insurance carrier.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,619.20 - $102,928.80 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• North Bend, OR 97459: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience in government-to government relations with respect to tribal, local, state, and federal agencies?
• Do you have experience with social media and website development?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• handling communications or public relations: 5 years (Preferred)
• supervisory: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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