Assistant Director, Casino Executive Communications

Under the direction of the Director Casino Executive Communications, the Assistant Director of Casino Executive Communications is responsible for managing and coordinating complex communication projects and activities that require a high degree of specialized knowledge of Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel (YRC) and Tribal operations. Develops, plans, and executes a wide range of communication strategies coming from the Office of the General Manager (OGM). Orchestrates multi-faceted communications which may include conducting and/or collecting research, providing data, making recommendations, and implementing solutions to achieve the Office of the General Manager’s communication project goals and objectives.

Working in a creative and fast-paced environment, the Assistant Director will be responsible for leading, managing and moderating the OGM’s communication channels. Handles all aspects from concept to creation and launch of the OGM’s communications including proactive and reactive communication relations, conferences, community relations, discussion forums, all-hands meetings, and executive presentations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.    Designs impactful, targeted, and illustrative presentations that align business strategy and operational insights of YRC.
2.    Acts as project leader across multiple initiatives, balancing priorities, resources, and time to meet iterative requirements in a dynamic environment.
3.    Ensures offsite meetings, team member activations and group gatherings align with the expectations of the OGM office.
4.    Manages the tactical execution of short and long-term executive communication objectives through the coordination of projects, presentations, and organizational outreach.
5.    Collaborates, develops and vets internal and external communications to align with the Tribe’s and YRC’s strategy on behalf of the OGM office.
6.    Enhances communication and efforts centered around recruitment, engagement, retention, and people development in partnership with Human Resources and other stakeholders.
7.    Prioritizes and coordinates the flow of information from various contributors for assignments and projects to meet deadlines.
8.    Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning reviewing and directing work; evaluating and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Makes hiring decisions and designs individual development plans with succession planning in mind for all key roles.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, marketing, communications, or similar field required.
• Minimum eight (8) years of experience with strategic communications, business development and project management required, preferably with a Brand, PR, or advertising agency.
• Minimum three (3) years of supervisory experience required.
• Related, relevant, and/or direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational requirements indicated above.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)

• Strategist who can anticipate and support the needs of internal audiences (board-level, enterprise leaders) and external stakeholders (key vendors and partners, regulators, and the public).
• Strong written and verbal communicator adept at working with a range of consumers, business, and governmental audiences of varying education levels internally and externally.
• Flexible, nimble, self-directed, and collaborative self-starter who can quickly shuffle priorities to meet the demands of the job and be comfortable in a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment.
• Strategic thinker with a talent for visual storytelling and structured communication that clearly conveys and performance.
• Strong track record in achieving goals with outstanding execution and problem-solving skills, resourcefulness, and creativity.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work effectively independently and in collaborative team environments.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts.
• High integrity, professionalism, and maintain strict confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.