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Clarence I. Meekis

Thunder Bay,ON

Summary

Seeking positive working experience where I can make a difference in the lives of other First Nation community members, as well as furthering my opportunities and professional development.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Dispatch Clerk

Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority
03.2024 - Current

-Performed routine administrative work with client assistance, and data logging

-Maintain contact with drivers on assignment to provide further assistance and support when needed.

-Managed high-stress situations effectively by maintaining clear communication channels among team members during emergency responses or peak demand periods.

-Implement proactive solutions for the program data/fleet, reducing errors and optimizing efficiency

-Handled complaints and inquiries from clientele to resolve or report to proper department.

Coordinator/Staff

New Hope Youth Centre
09.2014 - Current

-Assisting others in creating a safe environment for First Nations youth of Thunder Bay to have a good time and learn about spiritual growth.

-Helping better the lives of our First Nations Youth that come through the door. Offering leadership and fellowship with others.

-Coordinating, planning, and organizing events such as fundraisers, youth activities, and sports.

Sales Account Manager

Impact Promotions
02.2023 - 05.2024

-Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, ensuring each client received personalized attention and support.

-Increased sales revenue by identifying and pursuing First Nation's business/promotional needs.

-Identifying and Meeting customer needs with product knowledge

-Maintain positive business relationships to ensure future sales

-Software use: Microsoft Office, Inventory management tools, Sales tools

Project Assistant, Engineering Intern

Ontario First Nations Technical Services Corp.
06.2016 - 11.2022

-Assisted in planning/pricing for building projects.

-Organized data regarding conditions of communities

e.g.(housing, water systems, schooling, roads, potential building sites etc.)

-Field Survey potential land for future projects.

-Office work: Excel charts, Visio graph, Drafting/AutoCAD

Health Admin Assistant

Independent First Nations Alliance
01.2021 - 06.2021

-Develop inventory system for program storage.

-Create spreadsheets of all medical devices for First Nation community distribution (i.e., walkers, canes, wheelchairs, etc). As well as a sign-in/out sheet for this equipment.

-Ordering and shipping supplies and materials needed.

-Organized and coordinated travel for health care workers

-Organized mtg on zoom, provided mtg minutes

-Coordination of events and trips to the remote north

-Coordinated and assisted in Operation Remote Immunity (ORI 1&2) for the First Nation communities of Pikangikum, Muskrat Dam, Big Trout Lake, and Whitesand: supplies ordered, organized travel, dividing walls ordered and assembled, all administrative duties while travelling, creating spreadsheets of community contact information, provided assistance with data entry input for the ORIs

-Frequently connecting with First Nation communities through calls and email.

Home&Community Care - Inventory Manager

KO Chiefs - Tribal Council
05.2019 - 11.2020

-Created and updated regular inventory reports and records.

-Maintain an Inventory system to organize, track, and ship supplies to communities and clients.

-Ensure storage is clean and always organized.

-Maintain/Repair HCC program vehicles in communities.

-Perform duties requested by RN Supervisor, KO Nursing, and Health Director

-COVID-19 Lead and Coordinator for all KO First Nation Communities in providing PPE, food security, and shipping.

Summer Student/Project Assistant

Nishnawbe Aski Nation
05.2017 - 09.2017

-Assisted with on-going projects based in water, clean air, and infrastructure.

-Helped organized project and sector filing for Housing/Infrastructure.

-Assisted in coordinating NAN events, trips, and meetings.

-Maintained a high level of accuracy in all project documentation, ensuring consistency and clarity throughout the lifecycle of projects.

Education

Civil Engineering Technology

Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology
Thunder Bay, ON
06.2020

High School Diploma -

St. Ignatius High School
Thunder Bay, ON
06.2015

Skills

    Excellent communications skills: written/verbal

    Strong leadership skills

    Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

    Experience with computers (Microsoft Office, Graphic design)

    Strong work ethic and determination

    Friendly and welcoming of all age groups

    Experience in cleaning, organizing, and distributing

    Mentoring, coaching, and tutoring experience

    Highly self-motivated First Nation individual

Timeline

Dispatch Clerk

Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority
03.2024 - Current

Sales Account Manager

Impact Promotions
02.2023 - 05.2024

Health Admin Assistant

Independent First Nations Alliance
01.2021 - 06.2021

Home&Community Care - Inventory Manager

KO Chiefs - Tribal Council
05.2019 - 11.2020

Summer Student/Project Assistant

Nishnawbe Aski Nation
05.2017 - 09.2017

Project Assistant, Engineering Intern

Ontario First Nations Technical Services Corp.
06.2016 - 11.2022

Coordinator/Staff

New Hope Youth Centre
09.2014 - Current

Civil Engineering Technology

Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology

High School Diploma -

St. Ignatius High School
Clarence I. Meekis