Legal Administrators

The Puyenpa family of companies that are comprised of multiple SBA Certified Native American Tribal 8(a) and multi-certified organizations focused on delivering Information Technology, Management Consulting, and General Construction solutions to the Federal Government along with the Commercial Sector.

We are actively seeking Legal Administrators to support a Department of Education (DoED) program responsible for processing, reviewing, and managing claims under an agency-managed process. Legal Administrators will assist attorneys and program staff by managing documentation workflows, organizing case files, preparing summaries, and ensuring compliance with established procedures and federal guidelines. This is a full-time remote position that may require personnel to be onsite in Washington D.C. with a 24 hour notice.

A Public Trust clearance will be required.

• Provide administrative and case-management support to attorneys and adjudication staff.
• Organize, track, and maintain digital case files and documentation related to claims submitted under the Department of Education program.
• Review submissions for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with program requirements.
• Prepare case summaries, issue logs, and status updates for attorney review.
• Conduct preliminary assessments of documentation to identify missing information or inconsistencies.
• Communicate with internal staff to request additional information or clarification when needed.
• Enter and update case information in designated databases, systems, or case-management tools.
• Ensure timely processing of assigned cases in accordance with program deadlines and quality standards.
• Assist with drafting templates, correspondence, and administrative determinations.
• Support quality-assurance activities, reporting requirements, and data tracking as needed.
• Participate in training sessions and team meetings to maintain consistent process knowledge.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Experience in a legal, administrative, compliance, or government-program environment strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage large volumes of documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to understand and follow structured processes, federal guidelines, and program procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and document-management systems.
• Ability to handle sensitive or confidential information securely.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work independently or as part of a team.

• Experience supporting federal programs, legal teams, case-processing units, or administrative adjudication environments.
• Familiarity with federal regulations, Department of Education programs, or claim-review processes.
• Experience working in a compliance or documentation-heavy role.

Puyenpa provides a variety of benefits including company-paid health, dental & vision insurance coverage, as well as additional employee-paid health insurance options; company-paid life and disability insurance; 401k retirement savings plan with employer match; 11 company paid holidays per year, and paid time off.