Promotions and Events Manager

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

PENN Entertainment in Council Bluffs, IA is seeking a Promotions Lead to direct the promotions team and drive engaging events. You will coach staff, plan campaigns, and ensure seamless delivery of promotional activities to guests and teammates.

The role requires a proven leadership background, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment with flexible scheduling for events.

Qualifications

• Two years of related experience in a leadership role.
• Associate's Degree in Marketing or related area; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Lead a lively promotions team—coaching, cheering, and championing growth every day.
• Orchestrate promotions and events from start to finish, ensuring smooth execution.
• Juggle a fast-paced workload with prioritization and problem-solving.
• Become a master of systems and tools, learning new tech quickly.
• Collaborate with Advertising Administrator on website, photo shoots and social media.
• Embrace a flexible schedule as events may extend beyond 9 to 5.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's Degree in Marketing or related field

Job description

Introduction

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Overview

We’re always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you’ll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and nights are fast paced. You’ll work with an incredibly diverse set of coworkers driven by their enthusiasm for helping people find and have more fun. You’ll also get to work at a company that cares about your career growth and will help you get the support you need to expand your possibilities.

Initial placement within the salary range is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is just one component of our competitive Total Rewards package, which includes wellness programs designed to support our team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being. Specific benefits—such as day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and annual performance bonus—may vary by position. Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a lively promotions team—coaching, cheering, and championing their growth every day.
• Orchestrate promotions and events from start to finish, ensuring everything runs smoothly and surprises (the good kind) land just right.
• Juggle a fast‑paced workload like a pro—prioritizing, problem‑solving, and keeping the energy high.
• Become a master of systems and tools, picking up new tech faster than most people pick a playlist.
• Team up with the Advertising Administrator on everything from website glow‑ups to photo shoots to social media fun.
• Embrace a flexible schedule—because the best events don’t always happen 9 to 5.

Requirements

• Two (2) years of related experience in a Leadership role required, preferably as a manager, supervisor or trainer; preferably in Marketing, special events/promotions or related industry. Associates Degree (A.A) in Marketing, or related area; or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
• Must have excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Must have technical proficiency and knowledge in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Must have demonstrated ability to drive toward results.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Must have the ability to interact with guests, staff and colleagues and resolve problems and conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner.