JOB DESCRIPTION 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 Managers 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 OGMs communication channels. Handles all aspects from concept to creation and launch of the OGMs 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 Tribes and YRCs 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 organizations 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 Bachelors Degree in business administration, marketing, communications, or similar field required. Minimum eight years of experience with strategic communications, business development and project management required, preferably with a Brand, PR, or advertising agency. Minimum three 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. Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays. Able to effectively communicate in English, in both written and oral forms. Experience with developing content and messaging. Experience with presentations, Keynote, PowerPoint, and marketing design is required. Experience with Microsoft Office suite. Experience in dealing with executive, or similar, level staff. Demonstrated experience across a wide range of traditional and emerging channels. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license. Driving Responsibilities: Role requires regular commuting between locations. A valid driver's license and vehicle insurance with minimum liability limits is required. Role will not operate or drive Tribe-owned vehicles or patron vehicles. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS ENVIRONMENT The physical demands and working environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Primary work environment is in a climate-controlled office setting. Work requires travel to attend meetings, trade shows, and conferences. Incumbents may be required to work evening, weekend and holiday shifts. Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment. Strength sufficient to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and/or move up to 40 pounds occasionally. Sedentary work: involves sitting most of the time. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. Physical activities that apply to the essential functions of the position are balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Hearing sufficient to hear conversational levels in person, via videoconference and over the telephone. Speech sufficient to make oneself heard and understood in person, in front of groups, in meetings, via videoconference and over the telephone. Visual acuity that meets the requirements of the position: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading and visual inspection of employees, visitors or facility. Mobility sufficient to safely move in an office environment, walk, stoop, bend and kneel, and enter, exit and operate a motor vehicle in the course of travel to promotional events, meetings, conferences, trade shows and San Manuel properties. Endurance sufficient to sit, walk and stand for extended periods, and maintain efficiency throughout the entire work shift and during extended work hours. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including secondhand smoke. Reasonable accommodation will be made in compliance with all applicable law. As one of the largest private employers in the Inland Empire, San Manuel deeply cares about the future, growth and well-being of its employees. Join our team today!