Comanche Language Coordinator

Indian Tribe; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Birthday Leave

Bereavement Leave

15 Paid Holidays

Medical Insurance (employee only)

Dental Insurance (employee only)

Life Insurance (employee only)

401K match

Job summary

Comanche Nation Language Department in Lawton, OK is seeking a Program Coordinator to support the Department Director by managing administrative activities across language programs. The role emphasizes problem solving, data collection, and effective communication with diverse groups.

Responsibilities include scheduling meetings, coordinating logistics, handling department purchasing, and maintaining records; you will be the primary liaison with the Business Committee and other departments,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or three or more years of experience in business administration, marketing, accounting, or related administrative field.
• Track record of administrative work experience with a Native language program, tribal government, or other relevant organization.
• Prior experience managing budgets and preparing reports.
• Strong computer skills including creating spreadsheets, presentation, and other public relations material.
• Ability to effectively to communicate with people from diverse backgrounds, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret related program documents, and have strong administrative writing skills.
• Strong organizational and research skills.
• Must possess a Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and be insurable under the Comanche Nation's Motor Vehicle Policy.
• Must be willing to submit to and pass Drug Testing.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Director and other team members by scheduling meetings, coordinating logistics, facilitating communication, departmental purchasing, and other administrative functions of the department.
• Provides support and information to department staff and other tribal employees on a variety of issues related to the language program.
• Resolves administrative issues by keeping the lines of communication open and moving proactively to overcome bureaucratic obstacles.
• Maintains the administrative records of the department and serves as primary point of contact between the Comanche Language Department, the Business Committee, and other departments of the Comanche Nation. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree or three years of experience in business administration, marketing, accounting, or related administrative field

Tools

Spreadsheets

Presentations

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Comanche Nation Language Department - Lawton, OK 73502
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
• Salary Range: $19.00 - $28.00 Hourly
• Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
• Job Shift: M-F/8-5
• OPENING DATE: August 13, 2026
• CLOSING DATE: August 26, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY

The Comanche Language Department Program Coordinator supports the Department Director by managing the administrative work related to planning, directing and coordinating the operational activities of the various language programs. Key skills for this position include problem solving, listening to and incorporating feedback from many sources, research and data collection, gathering and synthesizing information, communicating with varied constituencies, building and sustaining relationships with diverse groups, and perseverance to overcome challenging issues and situations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports the Director and other team members by scheduling meetings, coordinating logistics, facilitating communication, departmental purchasing, and other administrative functions of the department.
• Provides support and information to department staff and other tribal employees on a variety of issues related to the language program.
• Resolves administrative issues by keeping the lines of communication open and moving proactively to overcome bureaucratic obstacles.
• Maintains the administrative records of the department and serves as primary point of contact between the Comanche Language Department, the Business Committee, and other departments of the Comanche Nation. Performs other duties as assigned.

REPORTS TO

Will report to Comanche Language Department Director. Will assist in program supervision and Administration, as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Employee must be able to climb, crouch, pull, push, reach, stand engage in repetitive motions, grasp, walk, feel, touch, speak, hear and see.
• Employee must be able to move and lift computing equipment.
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5pm. Some weekends.
• Travel Required: Occasionally

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Professional and Confidential. Most of the work will be completed in an office setting with some in state and out of state travel required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or three (3) or more years of experience in business administration, marketing, accounting, or related administrative field.
• Track record of administrative work experience with a Native language program, tribal government, or other relevant organization.
• Prior experience managing budgets and preparing reports.
• Strong computer skills including creating spreadsheets, presentation, and other public relations material.
• Ability to effectively to communicate with people from diverse backgrounds, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret related program documents, and have strong administrative writing skills.
• Strong organizational and research skills.
• Must possess a Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and be insurable under the Comanche Nation's Motor Vehicle Policy.
• Must be willing to submit to and pass Drug Testing.

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

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

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

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.