What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Coordinator position at COMANCHE NATION - INDIAN TRIBE?
OPENING DATE: February 23, 2026
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
*This position has a flex schedule/ M-F 2:00PM-7:00PM
POSITION SUMMARY: The Youth Services Assistant Coordinator is responsible for delivering comprehensive administrative, logistical, and programmatic support to ensure the effective daily operations of an assigned youth center. This role is essential in supporting the organization’s mission to provide safe, engaging, and developmentally enriching environments for young people. The assistant coordinator will lead the planning and implementation of afterschool activities that align with the program’s core focus areas: culture, education, wellness, and citizenship. These activities are designed to promote personal growth, community engagement, and positive youth development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Organize and maintain youth program reports, records, and official correspondence.
- Assist the Lead Coordinator and Coordinator in assessing program needs and preparing drafts for official
- reports.
- Record and manage participant data, including attendance, performance, and contact information; compile
- data for supervisory use and reporting.
- Conduct outreach and needs assessments through surveys and interviews with participants, parents, and
- school staff.
- Respond professionally to routine inquiries regarding program services and participant involvement.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with youth, families, school personnel, Tribal officials, and the
- broader community.
- Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills, particularly in interactions with youth and
- young adults.
- Perform general administrative and clerical tasks, including typing, filing, and operating standard office
- equipment (computers, phones, copiers, etc.).
- Maintain flexibility with changing work hours and availability to travel and stay overnight for youth events
- as required.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Youth Services Director or Tribal Administrator.
REPORTS TO: Reports directly to the Youth Services Director or to the Lead Coordinator in the absence of the director.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to keep up with youth in various physical activities & lift up to 25lbs. Travel Required: Regular daily travel to one of the designated Youth Center sites, including Watchetaker Hall, Apache Community Center, Walters Community Center, or the Cache-Cahoma Building.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Split between and office environment and being physical or outdoors with the children. Professional and Confidential.
Qualifications:QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School or GED; Some college preferred; and two (2) years of customer service or a related field
- Must pass State & Federal Background checks
- Must have a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License
- Must be insurable by the Comanche Nation’s insurance
- Must be proficient in Microsoft software
- Must be able to work shifting hours and weekends
- Must be CPR & First Aid Certified or willing to get certification
- Must have some knowledge of Comanche culture and/or history
- Must be able to pass a drug test
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 - $20