Promotions & Events Specialist presso Gun Lake Casino Resort

Position Summary:

Assist in the coordination of the casino in all advertising and marketing efforts while performing responsibilities in accordance with Company standards, policies, and procedures. Responsible for providing support and assistance in various avenues of the marketing department including, but not limited to, advertising, social media, promotions, and special events.

About Us:

At Gun Lake Casino Resort, every Team Member is an ambassador, essential to the success of our company and our culture. We expect that all Team Members take personal ownership in ensuring that everything they do is in the best interest of Gun Lake Casino Resort and embody the core values of the Seven Grandfather Teachings:

Love: Love your brothers and sisters and share with them.

Truth: Be true in everything you do. Be true to yourself and to your fellow Humans.

Respect: You must give respect if you expect respect. Respect everyone, all persons, and all the things created.

Bravery: To do what is right, even in the most difficult of times.

Honesty: Be honest in every action and provide good feelings in your heart.

Wisdom: We cherish knowledge; wisdom is used for the good of the people. 

Humility: Know that you are equal to everyone else, no better, no less.

In this Role:

• Plan, organize, coordinate, promote, facilitate, and supervise property special events (both on and off property), entertainment, and promotional drawings.
• Assist in the creation/proofing promotional rules and promotional advertising material through various channels including social media.
• Assist with evaluation of special events, and/or promotional drawings.
• Responsible for managing the flow of communication for promotional and entertainment efforts with the casino team.
• Responsible for having a granular understanding of competitors marketing programs and efforts through research.
• Maintain a high level of personal integrity on and off duty.
• Practice teamwork, support fellow Team Members, and create an energized, positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Interact with Guests in a friendly and courteous manner and handle all Guest opportunities.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both written and verbally with Guests, Team Members, and Management.   
• Maintain excellent grooming and uniform standards. 
• All other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:

• Associate degree or equivalent education required. Will consider candidates with two (2) or more years’ experience with a promotional, special events, advertising, hospitality, or sales background.
• Flexibility to work any shift to assist the Team.
• Strong background with proper grammar and proofreading.
• Able to logically and independently plan, organize, and complete work.
• Ability to make progress and/or handle multiple assignments under time constraints.
• Ability to deal with interpersonal situations that may be difficult to resolve when working with upset/irate Guests.
• Comfortable with public speaking under spotlights with big crowds.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Guests, Team Members, Management, and Media, both in written and verbal form, with or without a microphone.
• Strong understanding of computers and the ability to learn new software programs in a timely fashion.
• Must be at least 21 years of age. 
• Must possess a High School Diploma or GED.
• Work experience in the gaming or hospitality industry is preferred.
• Must obtain a Gun Lake Tribal Gaming License 

Physical Requirements:

• Requires normal, corrective vision range, the ability to see color, and the ability to distinguish letters, numbers, and symbols.
• Must have the manual dexterity to operate job-related equipment. 
• Ability to sit, walk, stand, run, and climb stairs for the duration of shift.
• Must have the ability to access all properties and areas.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance.
• Ability to read, write and input data into the computer.
• Ability to stoop, crouch and kneel.

Work Conditions:

Work is typically in an office environment or out on the casino floor. Work areas may be warm, cold, or noisy. Tasks may be required to perform from a sitting or non-sitting position in a confined area. Team Members may be required to stand, walk, lift, reach, push, pull, and grasp.

Disclaimer and Conditions of Employment:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job.  These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.   

All applicants must be able to demonstrate their US work authorization during the employment verification process. The pre-employment process also requires the ability to pass a criminal background investigation, and drug test.    

Indian Preference:

The Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians abides by Native American preference in its hiring and employment policies. 

Gun Lake Tribal Gaming Authority reserves the right to make changes to the above job description as necessary.