Interim Chief Steward of Community Engagement & Enterprise Support Officer (Temporary Assignmen[...]

Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures; Onamia (MN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 198,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Dynamic Work Environment

Impactful Work

Job summary

A tribal enterprise in Onamia is seeking an Interim Chief Steward of Community Engagement & Enterprise Support Officer. This temporary role, lasting up to 18 months, requires strategic oversight, communication, and project management skills. Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience and a strong understanding of tribal culture. The position offers a competitive salary and a dynamic work environment, transitioning to hybrid after initial on-site requirements.

Qualifications

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills required.
• Proven track record of managing complex projects and delivering high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Deliver dynamic and real-time support to executive leadership.
• Oversee the creation and dissemination of communications.
• Manage community engagement initiatives.
• Prepare communications and handle confidential information.

Skills

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organizational and project management skills

Ability to think strategically and solve complex problems

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Discretion and professionalism

Excellent writing and editing skills

Education

7+ years in senior-level administrative or executive support role

Strong understanding of Mille Lacs tribal culture

Job description

Interim Chief Steward of Community Engagement & Enterprise Support Officer (Temporary Assignment up to 18 months)

Pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $198,000.00/yr

Opportunity

We are seeking a highly organized and strategic interim Chief Steward of Community Engagement & Enterprise Support Officer to provide critical support to our executive leadership team. This temporary assignment will last up to 18 months. The pivotal role requires a versatile individual with exceptional communication skills, project management expertise, and the ability to navigate complex situations with discretion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide Responsive/Advisory Work: Deliver dynamic and real‑time support, including drafting and reviewing internal and external messaging, preparing executive communications, and providing counsel on sensitive issues.
• Manage Communication: Oversee the creation and dissemination of talking points, press statements, email communications, memos, op‑eds, and speeches, ensuring tone, alignment, and accessibility.
• Foster Community Engagement: Lead, organize, and manage the Executive Office’s direct interaction with the community and external partners, serving as a liaison to ensure initiatives are culturally aligned and to facilitate transparent dialogue between the enterprise and the community.
• Oversee Executive Office Operations & Enterprise Support: Directly manage the flow of work and essential administrative functions for the Executive Office, including preparing agendas, managing follow‑up on critical decisions, and implementing systems to ensure efficient execution of strategic enterprise‑wide support initiatives.
• Drive Strategic Alignment and Resource Mobilization: Act as a central hub for internal project prioritization and coordination across various departments (the "enterprise"), ensuring all initiatives align with executive strategic goals and necessary resources and information are swiftly directed to support key organizational objectives and ventures.
• Support Executive Leadership: Prepare communications on behalf of executives and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Reputation & Crisis Management: Provide counsel and language for sensitive or high‑stakes issues, safeguarding the organization’s reputation.

What We’re Looking For

• A Strategic Advisor: An individual with exceptional judgment and the ability to provide sound advice to executive leadership.
• A Communication Expert: A skilled communicator with excellent writing, editing, and public speaking abilities.
• A Project Manager: A highly organized individual with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• A Discreet Professional: An individual with the highest level of integrity and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

How We Measure Success

• Average Turnaround Time: Efficiency in responding to communications or executive support requests.
• On‑Time Completion: Percentage of communication requests completed within designated timelines.
• Quality Control: Minimize the number of projects/documents with quality issues that are not resolved prior to delivery to stakeholders.

What We Offer

• A Key Leadership Role: The opportunity to work closely with executive leadership and contribute to the strategic direction of the organization.
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.
• A Dynamic Work Environment: A fast‑paced and challenging environment with opportunities for growth and development.
• Impactful Work: The ability to contribute to the success of a tribally owned and operated enterprise.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a senior‑level administrative or executive support role.
• Proven track record of managing complex projects and delivering high‑quality results.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of organizational communication and public relations.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong understanding of Mille Lacs tribal culture and customs.
• Ability to secure a Gaming Regulatory Authority (GRA) license.
• Mille Lacs Band Member and American Indian preference will be exercised in the hiring process.
• Position requires on‑site work at the MLCV Headquarters building in Onamia, Minnesota, for the first 90 days. After this initial period, the role may transition to a hybrid work model.

Must‑Have Skills

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to think strategically and solve complex problems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Discretion and professionalism.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Temporary

Job function

Public Relations

Industries

Hospitality, Gambling, and Casino Facilities