Public Relations Assistant-Closes

Overview

Position Title:

Public Relations Assistant

Department:
Administration

Supervisor:
Public Information Specialist

Location:

Siletz, Oregon

Salary: TL 111
-116

Classification:
Full Time, Non-exempt

Introduction This position supports the creation of the Tribal Public Information news, which includes newspaper, brochures, flyers, press releases, annual reports, etc. This position is responsible for attending tribal and Siletz community events often held during the evening, on weekends and some holidays. The incumbent will know how to use the Adobe Suite and other creative software. This position is the assistant to the Public Information Specialist, and will support the specialist as a team member.

• Attend tribal events to take photos to be used in all publications, for advertising and general news articles on issues impacting the tribal community and Indian Country.
• Create and design advertisements and content using Adobe Suite for both print and web.
• Maintain a high level of skill in graphic design, writing, editing, content development and advertising for the purpose of CTSI goals.
• Edit written text and images for Public Information use.
• Design, proof and lay out publications.
• Act as liaison between Travel Oregon and CTSI.
• Update Laser Fiche files with the newest publications.
• Collaborate within CTSI to create graphics for program use.
• Monitor news coverage related to CTSI and its entities, and maintain media list.
• Write articles and captions.
• Schedule interviews, write questions and create an agenda for articles and the CTSI podcast.
• Record, edit, transcribe, and format podcast to publish on the website.
• Maintain subscription list and needs for Tribal newspapers.
• Establish and maintain contacts with Tribal government, staff and others concerning current news.
• Type submissions for newspapers. Maintain subscription list and needs for Tribal newspapers.
• Responsible for maintaining files, photo archives, data files, subscription files, etc.
• Help prepare and email news releases and other information to the media.
• Organize and gather material of tribal events for historical data.
• Attend meetings and events to obtain photos and information for the newsletter.
• Proofread documents and verify accuracy.
• Format publications for CTSI website use.
• Coordinate monthly and annual deadlines for publications.
• Attend meetings and collaborate with organizations outside the tribe.
• Obtain final approval on publications created.
• Provide support and assist the Public Information Specialist, including but not limited to these duties.

• Order supplies.
• Complete inventory.
• Coordinate travel, requisitions forms, reimbursement requests, and check requests.

Public Relations Assistant I
High school diploma or GED and interest in the field of Public Relations. 18 months of office experience – preferably in a professional setting working with multiple levels of management and the public.

This position transitions to Public Relations Assistant II after completing 3 years of employment and routinely expanding knowledge of the position using online/in-person training and classes. As well as attending conferences to stay up-to-date on best practices and software comprehension, and expands abilities to perform the job.

Public Relations Assistant II
Associate’s degree and 3 years of satisfactory experience in public relations/communication
-OR- equivalent years of satisfactory experience in the field.

• Microsoft Office Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, InDesign and Premier Pro and Adobe Acrobat Reader DC
• Working knowledge of professional cameras, photography, and camera care
• Correct punctuation, capitalization, spelling and grammar. Including editing and writing skills, following AP standards
• Drafting media, including printed, digital, press releases, and the podcast
• Communication and listening skills
• Strong interaction and interpersonal skills with the public and CTSI staff
• Creative thinking and problem solving skills
• Laser Fiche software
• Photo editing using Photoshop and Lightroom
• Layout using In Design
• Graphic design using Photoshop and Illustrator
• Some knowledge of podcast recording, editing and transcribing using Premier…