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OPEN:                June 25, 2026                                                        CLOSE: July 23, 2026

 JOB TITLE:      CONTENT PRODUCER LEVEL I AND II (WRITING FOCUS)

DEPARTMENT: COMMUNICATIONS

REPORTS TO:    COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR OR DESIGNEE       HOURS: 40 HRS/ WK – FULL TIME SALARY:             BASED ON SALARY MATRIX+BENEFITS*            REQUISITION: 915

*Salaries are market competitive. For accurate salary information, call (253)573-7863 or email jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov. The Puyallup Tribe of Indians provides a generous benefits package that includes employer paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a retirement/401(k) plan with profit sharing, paid holidays, and paid time off including birthday leave.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• RESUME
• SAMPLE OF WORK: will need to submit AND also bring at least 5 examples of published or in- class newswriting and/or PR writing that shows evidence of interviewing people.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for creating primarily written content for the Communications Department, with the ability to create digital or other multimedia content as needed. This position works as a team member in support of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians.

Level I is expected to handle moderately complex work assignments and disseminates content. Sound judgment and the ability to establish priorities to determine the best methods to accomplish work is expected. Application of general office fundamentals including operating office equipment, basic math and the ability to follow written and oral instructions is expected.

Level II acts as a Team Lead when needed and deals with highly complex content projects and is expected to act as a resource to others; work assignments involve creative thinking and the ability to make non-routine decisions. Interruptions and changing priorities are regular occurrences and tight deadlines create job challenges.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will be assigned duties and responsibilities operating within Communications to include multimedia content creation that supports the overall operation of the department. The

position may be assigned to focus on writing or on digital media, although as department workloads change, this position will be expected to provide support where needed.

Level I Writing Focus

• 1. Develop written articles, photo and/or video ideas and contribute to the Communications Department’s editorial calendar of topics to cover.
  2. Create a variety of written content for use with the Communications Department’s channels. This may include long- and short-form written articles for Puyallup Tribal News, website copy, social media promotion copy, print publication copy, newsletter content, employee email announcements and press releases.
  3. Proofread written material. Digital Media Focus
  4. Assist with digital media as needed, including building the community newsletter, posting to the Tribe’s website and to Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, etc., in coordination with the digital media manager.
  5. Create a variety of multimedia content for use with the Communications Department’s channels. This may include photographs, digital graphics, long- form and short-form videos, and streaming videos.

Common Duties and Responsibilities

• 1. Research and respond to internal and external requests for information, answer questions and either route or resolve issues and concerns.
  2. Enter event information into calendars both owned by and external to the Tribe as needed
  3. Assist with media relations and events for the Tribe as needed, under the direction of the communications director or other staff.
  4. Contribute to crisis communications response as needed.
  5. Perform other duties as assigned. Level II – all of Level I duties and the following:

• Plans and implements complex content projects, such as multi-day, multimedia series. Maintains a proactive attitude. Example for illustration purposes only: Under supervision of content manager, researches and serves as lead writer for a three-part Puyallup Tribal News series, including outlining main stories and identifying worthwhile supplemental videos, sidebars and photo essays that other staff or contractors can produce, and, under content manager’s supervision, negotiating areas of responsibility within the content project.
• Acts as team lead for public relations or other content projects that involve multiple employees, contract contributors and/or departments. Examples for illustration purposes

only: Under supervision of content manager, leading Firecracker Alley public relations and promotions, including outlining work plan, coordinating vendors and billing through communications coordinators, and serving as lead writer but also working with contractors to produce supplemental content.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities. May act as a team lead for specific projects.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Level I: HS Diploma/GED required. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Marketing, Communications or Journalism or a related field strongly preferred. Depending on focus area, candidates should demonstrate strong writing skills and understanding of grammar or strong photography and/or video skills. Understanding of effective social media use and other digital best practices a plus. Digital photo editing experience a plus. Candidates should be able to write effective content specifically for website and social media. Audio/visual experience such as with streaming live on-location events a plus.

Level II: All of the Level I requirements and at least two years of content production experience. Candidates may be hired as level II if they are able to demonstrate that they meet the level II requirements. Employees hired as a level I may move to a level II after two years of experience in the position and must demonstrate the ability to perform level II duties and successfully execute projects.

Level I and II:

Intermediate to extensive knowledge of word processing is required. Ability to use digital content tools such as cameras and social media platforms. Working knowledge of Associated Press style strongly preferred.

Interest in web-based communications and knowledge of web editing skills preferred.

Knowledge of and/or willingness to learn local Tribal culture needed. Cultural sensitivity is highly important. Experience in covering Tribal events a plus. Sensitivity and appreciation for Elders, youth and other members of this and neighboring Tribes is required.

Must have experience in maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information. Must be able to work long hours and carry and unpredictable schedule.

Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to follow oral instructions and write news and feature stories using correct English, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ration and percentages.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted Washington State driver’s license and proof of insurance. Driver’s License restrictions must not prevent the employee from complying with the Tribe’s Vehicle Use Policy or driving a GSA vehicle.

Must have reliable transportation.

Must demonstrate strong communication skills, both written and oral. Must demonstrate an eye for detail.

Must be able to multi-task and set priorities.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• • Requires the ability to operate a personal computer, multi-line telephone, calculator, facsimile and photocopier.
  • Requires the ability to read, write, communicate, and interpret information accurately in English.
  • Requires the ability to concentrate and consistently produce accurate work.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
  • The employee frequently is required to stand and walk.
  • The employee is frequently required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.