Marketing and Engagement Specialist

Primary Function

We're seeking a dynamic Marketing and Engagement Specialist to create meaningful experiences, drive brand engagement, and strengthen our culture across all departments.

We'll count on you for things like:

Event Planning & Experience Creation

Event Management, Logistics & Community Collaboration

Cultivate the heartbeat of our company culture through carefully crafted experiences.

• Foster employee engagement and company culture by planning and executing signature corporate events (Holiday Party, Take Your Child to Work Day, Veterans Week Celebrations) with seamless communications and logistics.
• Drive community impact through collaboration and logistical support across Yulista's family of companies that bring value to our mission.
• Maximize brand presence at industry events by overseeing tradeshow planning, booth design, and on-site coordination.

Creative Execution

Visual, Digital, and Content Development & Management

Bring our brand to life across various marketing channels.

• Drive social media engagement by monitoring our channels daily and collaborating with Content Marketing Manager to plan strategic content across Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn
• Enhance corporate storytelling through photo and video production at events and professional headshot sessions.
• Optimize digital strategy by monitoring engagement metrics and analyzing performance data.
• Strengthen brand consistency by supporting the Creative Marketing Manager on design initiatives.

Operational Excellence

Quality Control & Resource Management

Ensure high-quality execution of all brand touchpoints.

• Reinforce company culture and brand identity by managing the Yulista Store and company swag distribution
• Maintain brand excellence through a thorough review of corporate communications and signage, proofreading, etc.
• Support talent acquisition goals by contributing to recruitment campaigns and employer branding initiatives
• Collaborate and ensure departmental efficiency to maintain templates and graphic asset libraries

What Makes This Role Rewarding

• You'll tackle a variety of projects-you'll never "watch the clock" or get bored. Time will fly.
• Your work will shape the company culture and create memorable experiences for employees and the community.
• Collaboration is at the heart of the role, with opportunities to work across creative, HR, and marketing teams.
• You'll see the results of your efforts, whether it's a successful event, an engaging post, or employees loving their swag.

Supervisory Responsibilities

none

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Technical & Creative Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Canva
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign)
• Strong understanding of branding and design principles
• Ability to quickly adapt to new software tools and technologies
• Communication & Project Management
• Exceptional writing and editing skills for engaging content creation
• Strong project management abilities with keen attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Experience interpreting and implementing standard operating procedures

Professional Competencies

• Analytical mindset to evaluate data and inform strategic decisions
• Strong interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while supporting team goals
• Professional discretion in handling confidential information

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, Public Relations, or related field
• 2-5 years of experience in event planning, marketing, or brand management
• Security & Travel Requirements
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance
• Must possess a valid driver's license and ability to travel (~10% of role)

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.