Marketing Specialist

Base Salary: Depends on Education and Experience

Hours: Full-Time (40 hours week)

Schedule: Monday– Friday | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Status: Non-Exempt, 90-day probation period

Benefits: Paid-Time Off/Holiday Pay

Organization: Native Community Development, Inc. (dba NATIVE, Inc.)

Report to: Chief Executive Officer

Location: Bismarck, North Dakota

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the immediate supervision of the Chief Executive Officer of Native Community Development, Inc. (dba NATIVE, Inc.).

MISSION STATEMENT: Our mission is to create safe and inclusive communities within urban areas across North Dakota through affordable housing, culture, education and workforce and economic services. NATIVE, Inc. website: https://www.ndnadc.org

JOB SUMMARY: To develop and deploy consistent, engaging content and digital marketing campaigns across the NATIVE, Inc.’s website, mobile, email, social media platforms and other digital marketing platforms.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in brand management for digital marketing and multimedia asset creation including brand identity, look and feel and voice execution
Primary lead in outreach engagement and promoting products, events, and services to drive traffic, generate leads and acquire new clients and donors
Writes, proofreads, edits, and distributes compelling copy and content for clients’ communications materials, advertisements, video scripts, websites, blogs, digital ads, social media channels, e-newsletters, and similar platforms.
Monitor performance of digital marketing initiatives and report on results
Work with graphic artist(s) and print vendors to develop brochures, flyers, and promotional materials
Works with news reporters, newspaper editors, bloggers, and influencers to promote our work
Develops and deploys monthly events calendars and publishes on all platforms
Update promotional materials as needed
Primary lead in coordinating and conduct outreach events and presence
Develop client and donor database for management of client record keeping, maximizing the software as an engagement and communication tool for outreach
Engage networks through social media and electronic communication methods for consistent messaging, coordination of company brand, and community outreach
Encourage employee’s participation or sponsorship of community service projects
Prepare press releases for company announcements of public interest
Coordinate media efforts and company brand recognition throughout the organization, such as assuring standard company templates, colors, fonts, etc. related to advertising and promotion to present a coherent image of the company
Arrange for photography of all company events and press coverage when appropriate
Create and strategize internal and external newsletters, assuring the corporate message is clearly communicated, including planning subject matter, articles, and handling the layout and distribution of material
Assist with direct mail campaigns
Coordinate and attend professional public appearances, promotional activities and interactions as a representative of the company and Foundation within the community and related business networks
Create and prepare reports on donor activity, potential donor outreach programs, and ongoing data maintenance related to the development of the organization
Research, analyze and recommend new marketing opportunities; produce grant related research; and assist in pursuing continual development growth opportunities
Plan and organize donor, staff, resident, and community events, including reserving facilities, catering, invitations and promotions, and equipment
Manages NATIVE, Inc.’s and clients’ social media accounts
Tracks, measures, and reports ad campaign metrics, including website analytics
Assures that deadlines are established and met for timely completion of projects
Produces online and paper applications and sign up sheets for exhibits and events
Completes other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICTIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in public relations, marketing, communications, English, journalism and/or another related field.
Minimum of four (4) years of working experience in copywriting/editing.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Must demonstrate strong organizing and coordination skills.
Must demonstrate creativity and self-starter.
Energized, challenged, and inspired by working in communities of diversity.
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
Must demonstrate professionalism.
Must have strong interpersonal skills.
Must be culturally competent in working with Native Americans.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Handle multiple tasks and priorities in a high paced environment.
Extended periods of sitting, standing, stair climbing, and light lifting to 10 lbs.

Responding promptly in late-night hours may be required on occasion.
Travel for training may be required on occasion.

COMPENSATION:

NATIVE, Inc. offers a salary commensurate with experience, as well as excellent benefits and perks including but not limited to:

Paid time off/Holiday

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

NATIVE, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act except as allowed by the Indian preference provision of the civil rights act of 1964, as amended. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Drug Free Workplace. No relocation available. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Applicants are responsible for providing proof of enrollment of a federally recognized tribe if Indian preference is claimed. Failure to provide proof will result in loss of Indian preference in employment. Applications and required supporting documents received after the closing date and time of a job posting will NOT be considered. Upon selection of employment, applicants are responsible to obtain and complete a Transcript Request Form from the last institution attended.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Employment application and required documentation must be submitted to NATIVE, Inc. by 11:59 p.m. (CST) on the closing date—December 23, 2021.

TO APPLY:

Go to NATIVE, Inc. website: https://www.ndnadc.org/jobs and download and complete the employment application or stop by and pick up an employment application at the Native American Development Center.
Submit completed employment application with a copy of resume, copy of transcripts, copy of degree/certifications and a copy of tribal enrollment (if Indian preference is claimed).

TO SUBMIT:

Drop off at the Native American Development Center: 2403 E. Thayer Avenue Bismarck, ND 58501.
Mail to: Native American Development Center c/o Human Resources: 2403 E. Thayer Avenue Bismarck, ND 58501.
Scan/Email to Lorraine Davis lorraine@ndnadc.org