Communications Specialist

About Mno-Bmadsen

Mno-Bmadsen is the non-gaming investment arm of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians (the “Tribe”). This independently managed instrumentality of the Tribe was launched in 2012 with the mandate to diversify the Pokagon Band’s business interests, revenue streams and wealth for future generations. We do this by investing some of the treasury from the Tribe’s gaming enterprise and returns generated by Mno-Bmadsen’s investments.

Our Mission is to advance the long-term economic self-sufficiency for our Band by acquiring existing and well-managed companies that are generating profits and have prospects for long-term viability. We buy, hold and grow the Mno-Bmadsen Family of Companies.

Position Summary

Mno-Bmadsen is looking for an individual interested in playing an important role in supporting Mno-Bmadsen’s mission by telling our story through our various social media platforms and other digital channels. We seek an organized, self-directed worker who will collaborate in the planning, creation, and evaluation of social media content and engage the community and other stakeholders in a creative and consistent way. The ideal candidate must have experience working with tribes and also be self-reliant, efficient, trustworthy and self-accountable to overall work plan and deliverables.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Create, curate, and schedule engaging content across social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, etc.).
• Monitor and respond to social media comments, messages, and community interactions in coordination with the VP of Communications.
• Conduct research on trends and social media best practices to optimize our social media strategy.
• Create, write, and manage quarterly newsletters and other branded communications to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with the communications and marketing team to brainstorm and develop new ideas for content and campaigns.
• Manage and regularly update website content, ensuring accuracy, functionality, and alignment with brand standards.
• Assist with analytics by tracking performance metrics (likes, shares, comments, followers) and reporting on the effectiveness of campaigns.
• Support with the creation of graphics, videos, and other multimedia for posts.
• Participate in meetings and contribute creative ideas to drive brand engagement and growth.
• Assist in the planning and coordination of company events and community engagement initiatives.
• Suggest engagement strategies with community members, partner/collaborator organizations, and others over social media.
• Assist with other digital marketing activities (website updates, quarterly newsletter, tribal newsletter, etc.).
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications and Experience

Required Education and Licenses/Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a marketing related field such as communications, marketing, journalism, or creative writing.

Required Experience, Background, and Capabilities

• Minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and trends
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Passion for social media, digital marketing, and staying ahead of trends

Required Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams

Preferred Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, InDesign, and Acrobat
• Basic knowledge of social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer, Later) is a plus
• Experience with website building / hosting platforms

Work Environment

When not working from a home office or remotely, this role is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment. On occasion, there will be exposure to office or technical machinery during its’ operation.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting/Standing: This role is generally sedentary performing sitting work utilizing technological office equipment including a laptop, mouse, keyboard, computer monitors, telephones, and scanners, copiers, and fax machines.
• Walking: This role requires the ability to move about inside the office to access technological equipment required for the role.
• Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: This role may require stooping to reload printer trays with print paper.
• Using Hands/Fingers: This role constantly operates technological office equipment such as laptop, mouse, keyboard, computer monitors, telephones, and scanners, copiers, and fax machines.
• Talking/Hearing: This role requires constant communication with others in the organization to exchange information, review information, and make decisions about information.
• Seeing: This role requires the ability to view marketing assets and collateral to determine appropriate use for various marketing efforts.
• Carrying/Lifting: This role requires the ability to lift up to 10lbs to transport technological office equipment to and from various workspaces.