Program Coordinator

Program Coordinator Cherokee Federal 401(k) United States, Oklahoma, Tulsa 2 West 2nd Street (Show on map) Jun 18, 2026 Program Coordinator The Program Coordinator (MEPS Support) provides day-to-day operational and administrative support to keep

MEPS/USMEPCOM

activities running smoothly. This role coordinates travel and logistics, supports medical providers with routine administrative needs, and strengthens staff readiness by training new and existing personnel on Cherokee systems and standard processes. The coordinator holds regular office hours to troubleshoot and guide employees on Deltek timekeeping, Concur travel/expense, CNB Connect, and related tools, ensuring consistent compliance, timely submissions, and a high-quality employee experience. Eligibility/Work Authorization A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents (LPRs). You must be able to provide documentation verifying U.S. citizenship or LPR status to qualify.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for

Program Coordinator:

$70,000-$80,000 Pay commensurate with experience. Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Program Coordinator Responsibilities Include:

Coordinate program administrative operations and serve as a central point of contact for staff needing operational support.

• Provide direct administrative support for providers (as applicable): scheduling coordination, document routing, onboarding support, task follow-up, and issue resolution.
• Coordinate travel for staff and providers, including authorizations, itinerary support, changes/cancellations, and compliance with program travel policies.
• Support expense report completion and compliance using Concur (and/or customer-required tools); troubleshoot common issues and escalate when needed.
• Train and coach new and existing staff on Cherokee systems and standard processes, including Deltek timekeeping/expense (as applicable), Concur, and CNB Connect.
• Hold recurring "office hours" (virtual and/or on-site) to provide hands-on support for timecards, expense reports, profile setup, password/access issues, and basic system navigation.
• Develop quick-reference guides and job aids for common processes (time entry, expense submission, travel rules, onboarding steps).
• Maintain trackers and status reporting (staff onboarding progress, travel status, open actions, training completion) using Excel, Smartsheet and any other tools used by the team.
• Coordinate with HR, Recruiting, Finance, Security/Credentialing, and Program Leadership to ensure smooth onboarding and compliance.
• Support meeting logistics: agendas, minutes, action items, distribution lists, and follow-ups.
• Maintain accurate, audit-ready records; protect PII and follow all government and company security/privacy procedures.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Program Coordinator Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:
• 2+ years of experience in program coordination, operations coordination, or administrative support on a government contract or similarly compliance-driven environment.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating travel and supporting expense processes (Concur preferred).
• Experience training or supporting users on business systems; able to explain processes clearly and drive compliance.
• Working knowledge of timekeeping and expense concepts; experience with Deltek (Costpoint/Time & Expense) preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong customer service skills and follow-through. You drive issues to closure.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines.

Preferred qualifications Government contract experience. Experience supporting large teams Experience with internal employee portal tools Experience building simple process guides, FAQs, or training materials. Smartsheet experience.

Work environment / physical requirements:

• Ability to work standard business hours aligned to program needs; occasional early/late support for travel changes or MEPS timelines.
• Ability to travel occasionally for contract-related travel

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNIH, visit cherokee-federal.com. #CherokeeFederal #LI-DNI Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Keywords:

Program Coordination Training Coordination Employee Experience Process Improvement Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations.