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Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians · 23 hours ago

Public Information Assistant-Closes 01/28/2026

Siletz, OR

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians is seeking a Public Relations Assistant to support the creation of Tribal Public Information news. The role involves attending community events, creating content using Adobe Suite, and collaborating with the Public Information Specialist to enhance communication efforts.

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Responsibilities

Attend tribal events to take photos to be used in all our 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 LaserFiche 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

Order supplies

Complete inventory

Coordinate travel, requisitions forms, reimbursement requests, and check requests

Qualification

Adobe Creative SuiteGraphic designPublic relationsPhotographyPodcast editingLaserFiche softwareCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsCreative thinkingProblem solving

Required

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

Associate's degree and 3 years of satisfactory experience in public relations/communication -OR- equivalent years of satisfactory experience in the field

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, InDesign and PremierPro 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

LaserFiche software

Photo editing using Photoshop and Lightroom

Layout using InDesign

Graphic design using Photoshop and Illustrator

Some knowledge of podcast recording, editing and transcribing using PremierPro

Design advertising

Event photography

Knowledge of print quality graphics and image standards, including image file and size, and the ability to coordinate with CTSI staff and tribal members to ensure quality of graphics

Provide a clear line of communication between PI Specialist and management

Maintain a good relationship with Tribal Members and the community, including working events that are routinely outdoors, evenings, weekends and select holidays

Work under pressure with the flexibility to handle several jobs at one time

Show initiative, resourcefulness and tact in obtaining, communicating, and coordinating information

Be a self-motivator, as well as the ability to work independently

Problem solve and arrive at sound solutions guided by established policies and procedures

Demonstrate proficiency in Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator, and PremierPro

Creative skills needed for articles, ads, photo ops, etc

Collaborate with all departments within CTSI in a courteous and professional manner

Maintain professionalism and working relationship with outside media contacts including vendors, federal, state and local government representatives

Must adhere to confidentiality policies of the tribe