What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant/APS Coordinator position at COMANCHE NATION - INDIAN TRIBE?
OPENING DATE: April 24, 2026
CLOSING DATE: May 7, 2026
*This is a grant funded full-time/temporary position with an expected end date of 9/29/2027
POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for the successful operation and administering of all aspects of the Elder/APS Program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain records for files, participant logs, sign in sheets, intake forms.
- Works in coordination with Indian health Service Staff (PHN), CHR’s and health care organizations, and with the State Title II Programs for information on available resources, referral services.
- Coordinates with elders, tribe and other program in service area to schedule social and recreation type activities each month.
- Assist with monthly Program Narrative Reports, on a timely basis.
- Assist with preparing and maintain records logs.
- Will assist with program planning based on caregiver needs assessments, monitor information a provide informational handouts.
- Will address questions, and document all services provided.
- Will perform general clerical duties to include but not limited to, bookkeeping, copying, faxing, mailing and filing.
- Collect and maintain inventory of office equipment and supplies.
- Create and modify documents such as invoices, reports, memos, letters and financial statement using word processing, spreadsheet, ad database with software such as Microsoft office Suite or other programs.
- Will assist elderly clients and caregivers with information about available program services, assist with gaining access to outside resources.
- All other duties as assigned.
REPORTS TO: Will be reporting to the Elder Center Director.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Some lifting up to 25lbs and 50 lbs. with assistance and proper lifting skills.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Professional and Confidential. Majority of work will be performed in an office setting with some field work.
Qualifications:QUALIFICATIONS:
- Have two (2) years’ experiences in general office responsibility.
- Must have excellent customer service skills.
- Must be computer literate, have a high tolerance to stress and able to work as a team.
- Must have good writing and problem-solving skills and be able to follow oral and written instructions.
- Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively to coworkers, clients, and vendors.
- Must have the ability to operate standard office equipment including, but not limited to, computer telephone systems, calculator, copies, and fax machines.
- Must have no felony convictions.
- Must be able to pass a drug screening test and a background check if applicable.
- Must have a current valid Driver’s License and be insurable with the Comanche Nation Headquarters Insurance.
BENEFITS PACKAGE:
- Annual Leave (4 hours per pay period)
- Sick Leave (4 hours per pay period)
- Birthday Leave
- Bereavement Leave (5 paid days off for specified family members)
- Fifteen (15) Paid Holidays
- Medical Insurance (100% employer paid for employee only)
- Dental Insurance (100% employer paid for employee only)
- Life Insurance (100% employer paid for employee only- $40K coverage)
- 401K-up to 3% match
VOLUNTARY BENEFITS (100% employee paid via payroll deduction):
- Medical Insurance BCBS (Spouse, Child(ren), and Family coverage available)
- Dental Insurance Delta Dental (Spouse, Child(ren), and Family coverage available)
- Vision Insurance VSP (Employee, Spouse, Child(ren), and Family coverage available)
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- Additional Employee Life Insurance
- Spouse, and Child Life Insurance
- AFLAC
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Comanche Nation does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
COMANCHE PREFERENCE applies in accordance to the Comanche Nation Human Resources Policies and Procedures. Eligible applicants must submit proof of enrollment with employment application to receive Comanche preference.
INDIAN PREFERENCE applies in accordance with Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC Section 472), Form 4432 must be submitted with employment application to receive Indian Preference. Non-Indian applications will be considered in the absence of qualified Comanche and/or Indian preference applicants.
VETERAN PREFERENCE applies in accordance to the Comanche Nation Human Resources Policies and Procedures. Eligible applicants must submit proof of veteran status, DD Form 214, with employment application to receive veteran preference
Salary : $15 - $17