Don Mattess
Forest,BC
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in operational efficiency and strategic planning at Tl'azt'en Nation. Proven track record in financial administration and community engagement, successfully securing funding for vital programs. Adept at fostering teamwork and developing policies that enhance organizational effectiveness while ensuring compliance and risk reduction.
Experienced executive with strong track record in leadership and governance. Adept at driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaborative environments. Known for flexibility in addressing evolving needs and achieving measurable results. Skilled in financial oversight, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Recognized for integrity, decisiveness, and effective communication.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Board of Directors Member
Tanizul Timber Ltd
10.2022 - Current
Quarterly meetings
budget review and approvals
make decisions on direction of company
Community benevolence decisions
uphold legal obligations to the company
Fire Smart Coordinator
Tl'azt'en Nation
04.2022 - Current
Develop and submitted application for the funding for the Fire Smart program, Education sessions to the community, develop policies for the community, help develop bi laws, mitigation activities, supervise workers for activities for the community, Follow budgets and workplans.
Fire Chief
Tl'azt'en Nation
08.2005 - Current
Manage Volunteer Fire department
coordinate training
community education
develop policies and work procedures
record keeping of everything
maintenance of equipment and truck
keep track of training and education of volunteers
lead by example work hard
Work with FNESS on training and funding needs
Finance Coordinator
Tl'azt'en Nation
10.2021 - 09.2023
Payroll for the Nation both bi weekly and monthly for 80+ employees
Managed group benefits such as health and pension.
Prepared payments for Worksafe BC, EI, CPP and income tax
Did T4s annually
Bookkeeper
Tanizul Timber Ltd
08.2016 - 05.2021
Bi Weekly payroll
Accounts payable
Accounts receivable
Health and pension benefits management
monthly journal entries
work with auditors for annual audits
monthly budget updates
meeting minutes preparation
Education
Business Management
CNC
Prince GeorgeExterior Operations 1
JIBC
Maple Ridge04-2023
High School Diploma -
Fort St James Secondary School
Fort St James06-1998
Skills
- Strategic visioning
- Nonprofit experience
- Organizational leadership
- Risk reduction
- Strategic thinking
Highly Motivated
Operational efficiency
- Operations management
- Strategic planning
- Financial administration
- Leadership experience
- Teamwork
- Leadership and people development
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Board of Directors Member
Tanizul Timber Ltd
10.2022 - Current
Fire Smart Coordinator
Tl'azt'en Nation
04.2022 - Current
Finance Coordinator
Tl'azt'en Nation
10.2021 - 09.2023
Bookkeeper
Tanizul Timber Ltd
08.2016 - 05.2021
Fire Chief
Tl'azt'en Nation
08.2005 - Current
Business Management
CNC
Exterior Operations 1
JIBC
High School Diploma -
Fort St James Secondary School
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