OPENING DATE: March 03, 2023

CLOSING DATE: March 17, 2023

POSITION SUMMARY: The Program Assistant will be responsible for the overall administrative duties for the E.P.A. Department. Assists the Director in daily tasks to meet deadlines and/or requirements. The Program Assistant may assist in Field Work duties as necessary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• General Clerical duties including but limited to answering phones, taking accurate message and relaying them in a timely manner.
• Sort and distribute incoming correspondence including mail and faxes.
• Responds to all routine inquiries via email, phone, fax etc.
• Assists with client applications, call log, and managing client services calendar.
• Assists in drafting and preparation of correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Must be willing to communicate in a clear and concise manner.
• Must maintain a professional demeanor at all times when dealing with angry/hostile clients (Tribal Members).
• Will be cross trained in all Environmental Programs with the ability to assist programs when needed.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential material on a regular basis.
• Accepts responsibility and carries them through; ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Assist in all projects and events sponsored by the department.
• Other duties as assigned.

REPORTS TO: The incumbent reports directly to the Environmental Director and does not possess supervisory authority.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to lift a minimum of thirty (30) lbs. unassisted. Must be able to swim. Must be able to hike for a minimum of ¼ mile in all terrains.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Majority of work will be done in an office setting. Field work may be assigned at times, personal protective equipment must be worn which includes but not limited to: jeans, steel toe boots, work shirts, etc. Field work climate will be completed in a variety of weather climate and conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Education Requirement: High School Diploma.
• Preferred Education: associates degree in business administration or related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in an administrative support setting or related field.
• Must possess excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Applicant must have experience with narrative report writing.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must have a minimum of one (1) year work experience in Tribal Government.
• Must be proficient in the following: Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher and Outlook email.
• Must be willing and able to travel.
• Possess a valid state of Oklahoma Driver’s license.
• Must be willing to submit to and pass a background investigation and drug testing.

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• Annual Leave (4 hours per pay period)
• Sick Leave (4 hours per pay period)
• Birthday Leave
• Bereavement Leave (3 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.

VACCINE MANDATE: Per CBC Resolution 150-2021 Effective January 4, 2022 employees must be fully vaccinated by receiving one (1) dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or two (2) doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines. Religious and Medical exemptions may be requested and will be reviewed for determination.