Public Relations Coordinator (36712

Public Relations Coordinator

Come work for the leading employer in the Coachella Valley. Agua Caliente offers a comprehensive benefit and compensation package that includes rich medical and dental benefits, a 401k plan with employer match, more than 3 weeks of paid time off per year for newly hired employees, and other great benefits like food and beverage discounts at our three casinos, fuel discounts, tuition and wellness reimbursement, plus much, more.

The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians is a federally recognized Indian Tribe located in Palm Springs, California, with 32,000 acres of reservation lands that spread across Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, and into the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto mountains. The Tribe currently owns and operates two 18-hole championship golf courses, 3 casinos located in Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, and downtown Palm Springs, two world class spas, and a fuel station.

Under the direction of the Director of Tribal Public Relations, the Public Relations Coordinator will provide clerical, administrative, organizations, and research support for the Public Relations Director.

• Maintain Public Relations Department records and files.
• Produce and edit a wide range of documents using a variety of software. Copy, distribute and file as required, while maintaining a professional and secure work environment.
• Proof read, prepare responses to correspondence containing routine inquiries prepare and edit correspondence, communications, presentations and other documents.
• Conduct research, assemble and analyze data to prepare reports and documents.
• Draft internal and external communication relating to department projects.
• Assists in the tracking and reporting of department expenditures.
• Assists in the tracking and reporting of department projects and work flow.
• Positive Attitude in a team environment.
• Must comply with all applicable standard operating procedures and Tribal Regulations. Documents and reports all exceptions/variations/deviations immediately upon awareness.
• Order, purchase and label supplies and equipment for the Department.
• Administrative duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

None

Confidential and Sensitive Tribal Information.

Signatory Ability

None

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to stand, move and work throughout the office area and properties, including walking up to 1 ½ miles, climbing stairs and sitting at a desk/work station for the duration of the shift. Also may be subjected to a smoke filled environment.

Typically the individual will be housed in an office environment. Must be able to grasp, bend, lift and/or carry or otherwise move goods weighing a minimum of 25 lbs. on an intermittent basis, and sufficient dexterity of hand in order to use office equipment including, but not limited to; a computer keyboard, calculator, general office equipment and multi-line telephone.

Must be able to travel 35% of the time in and out of Palm Springs, California area.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• College degree preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years experience at an Administrative Assistant level or higher or any combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Legal background preferred.
• Must have good PC skills with intermediate ability to use MS Office Suite, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Strong English written and verbal communication skill set. Ability to relate to all levels of management, Tribal Membership, visitors and employees in verbal/written form.
• Ability to organize/prioritize work, meet deadlines, work with minimal supervision and multiple interruptions.