Administrative Specialist & Front Desk Lead

Great Plains Tribal Health; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Plains Tribal Health in Rapid City, SD seeks an Administrative Specialist to support day‑to‑day operations with high‑level administrative and customer service duties. You will be the front‑line contact, providing reliable coverage and cross‑training to ensure continuity and respectful service to tribal communities.

The role blends reception duties with independent judgment, budget support, scheduling, and document preparation in a culturally mindful workplace based in Rapid City, SD.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and 1 year of experience.
• Notary Public Commission within six months if required.
• Valid South Dakota driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must pass criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and manage access to the organization.
• Screen calls, maintain the supervisor’s calendar, and respond to inquiries.
• Prepare agendas, minutes, and meeting materials.
• Draft correspondence and reports with attention to detail.
• Assist with budget preparation, purchasing, and expense tracking.
• Coordinate travel arrangements for department staff.
• Maintain files, records, and information sources.
• Onboard departmental employees and support needed equipment.
• Gathers information, analyzes documents, and supports cross‑team communication.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk

Administrative support

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Great Plains Tribal Health in Rapid City, SD seeks an Administrative Specialist to support day‑to‑day operations with high‑level administrative and customer service duties. You will be the front‑line contact, providing reliable coverage and cross‑training to ensure continuity and respectful service to tribal communities.

The role blends reception duties with independent judgment, budget support, scheduling, and document preparation in a culturally mindful workplace based in Rapid City, SD.