Front Desk Receptionist

Comanche Nation Headquarters; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Comanche Nation Headquarters is seeking a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to be the first point of contact for visitors and callers. The role supports front desk operations, facility scheduling, and basic payment processing in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires strong communication and organizational skills, the ability to multitask, and a professional, welcoming demeanor while handling sensitive information and coordinating events across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education required.
• One-year experience in an office environment is preferred.
• Familiar and/or comfortable with personal computer and Microsoft Office programs.
• Must have a valid Oklahoma State Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Answer all incoming calls promptly and forward to appropriate personnel.
• Greet visitors and coordinate attendance for meetings and events.
• Process payments for building rentals and maintain logs of transactions.
• Perform general administrative duties such as filing, data entry, and document preparation.
• Order and maintain office supplies and support staff as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

OPENING DATE: 8/24/2026CLOSING DATE: 9/6/2026POSITION SUMMARY: The Receptionist/Administrative Assistant serves as the first point of contact for all visitors and callers, providing excellent customer service while managing front desk operations, facility scheduling, and supporting administrative and payment processing functions. This position requires strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Answer all incoming calls promptly, determine the purpose of each call, and forward to appropriate personnel or departments.Take and deliver messages accurately or transfer calls to voicemail when staff are unavailable.Respond to general inquiries and provide information such as organizational details, addresses, directions, and appointment information.Maintain front desk coverage at all times to ensure calls are answered without delay.Greet visitors, tribal members, and staff in a courteous and professional manner, ensuring a welcoming environment.Announce visitors and assist with visitor coordination as needed.Schedule events, meetings, workshops, and training courses across multiple locations, including:Watchetaker HallPatriot Room (Old Conference Room)New Conference RoomCache Community CenterApache Community CenterWalters Community CenterOld Elder CenterProcess payments for building rentals using a credit card system in accordance with organizational procedures.Maintain accurate records of all rental payments, including tracking who has paid and monitoring deposit payments and refunds.Create and maintain logs documenting rental transactions, payments received, and deposits refunded.Perform general administrative and clerical duties such as filing, photocopying, and data entry.Create, format, and print documents including fax cover sheets, payment requests, stock requests, memos, correspondence, letters, sign-in/out sheets, and emails.Order and maintain office supplies for the reception and administrative departments.Assist administrative staff with overflow work and special projects as needed.Perform other duties as assigned.REPORTS TO: Will report to the Tribal Administrator Executive Assistant.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to lift a minimum of ten (10) pounds. Must be able to sit for long intervals.WORK ENVIRONMENT: Fast-paced office environment that can be loud and hectic due to high foot traffic in the lobby.QUALIFICATIONS:High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education required.Administrative Assistant/Clerical courses certification desired.One-year experience in office environment.Familiar and/or comfortable with personal computer and Microsoft Office programs.Must have a current, valid Oklahoma State Driver’s License and be insurable under the CN Motor Vehicle Policy.Must be willing to submit to and pass a pre-employment and random drug testing.Must be willing to submit to and pass a background investigation.BENEFITS PACKAGE:Annual Leave (4 hours per pay period)Sick Leave (4 hours per pay period)Birthday LeaveBereavement Leave (5 paid days off for specified family members)Fifteen (15) Paid HolidaysMedical 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% matchVOLUNTARY 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 DisabilityLong-term DisabilityAdditional Employee Life InsuranceSpouse, and Child Life InsuranceAFLACEQUAL 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.