POSITION TITLE: Marketing Assistant

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Marketing

SUPERVISOR: Marketing Director

GRADE: NE-4

Position Summary:

Under direct supervision of the Marketing Director, the Marketing Assistant will provide administrative support and complete tasks that support the team's overall workflow and marketing projects. Represents marketing team in a professional manner while performing a range of support activities.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative, and highly organized team player to help us achieve our marketing goals.

This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• At the direction of the Marketing Director, assists with overall project management and workflow. Familiarity with project management software a plus.
• Assists the Marketing Director in gathering information and assets needed for reports and various other projects.
• Assists PR Manager with community calendar submissions.
• Assists PR Manager with social media as needed. (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.)
• Assists Sr. Graphic Designer with graphic production-including printing, mounting, and installation.
• Assists with interdepartmental communication efforts.
• Attends and assists with events as needed.
• Supports Marketing Team in all aspects of their work.
• Contributes to team effort and accomplishes related tasks as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Marketing, Journalism or related field or equivalent experience may be substituted. Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background investigation. Native American preference will be given.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledgeable in the use of various computer software - specifically the Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Knowledgeable in the basic principles of marketing and advertising.
• Experience with Canva and/or Adobe products such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and In Design an asset.
• Experience with graphic production and printing a plus.
• Ability to be effective in use of interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to take direction and communicate and collaborate effectively and professionally with wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, multi-task and accomplish projects in fast-paced environment with heavy workload, often under tight deadlines.
• Ability to proofread work for accuracy and quality, with great attention to detail.
• Skilled in the use of social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn)
• Skilled in problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to take ownership of projects and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to be flexible with work schedule, as we are an events-driven organization.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee occasionally is required to climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment:

Work is generally performed in an office setting. Evening and weekend work may be required.