Rachel Matamoros
DECD Land Acquisition
Pendleton,OR
28
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Work History
Land Specialist
10 Years 9 Months- Executed the CTUIR Inheritance Code’s Tribal Option to Purchase. Responsible for typing correspondence, meeting deadlines and ensuring all notifications are made to interested parties. Communicate and flag all Probates that are inconsistent or neglect to implement CTUIR Inheritance Code to supervisors and attorneys.
- Developed and maintained Excel logs for appraisals, land acquisitions, purchase requisitions, purchase orders, fee to trust applications, and probates related to Inheritance Code implementation, enhancing tracking and organization.
- Communicate and coordinate with GIS regarding ownership updates and work orders for map requests and land projects.
- Responsible for processing and following through on purchase requisitions/purchase orders. Creating yearly open purchase orders and professional service agreements.
- Responsible for the internal review process through tribal Laserfiche.
- Supported the Land Acquisition Committee by preparing agendas, recording minutes, processing stipends, and providing maps and other property information as needed.
Land Clerk
6 Years 5 Months- Maintained trust land ownership database from BIA tribal reports, reconciling with CTUIR GIS Program and summarizing data for reporting purposes.
- Maintain a file system for Tribally Owned Property by parcel ensure each has the essential documents. These include the shared folders for electronic system and hard copy files and coordinate updates with CTUIR GIS for layer tribal trust updates.
- Created detailed maps in ARG GIS Program for appraisers, staff, and landowners, incorporating imagery, topographical data, zoning, soils, and original allottee maps.
- Operated and maintained office equipment and tribally owned vehicles.
Secretary/Bus Monitor
1 Year 5 Months- Supervised children on the bus during regular school days and scheduled field trips.
- Coordinated a monthly menu that complied with the grant requirements.
- Input data into our school database, including attendance and intake. Then running reports.
- Responsible for department timesheets, travel, and purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
RV Park/Hotel Front Desk
4 Months- Welcomed guests and managed the check-in process at the RV Park and Hotel.
- Processed end-of-shift reports for auditing and financial balancing, maintaining accuracy in daily transactions.
- Familiarized with department procedures and policies to ensure compliance.
Office Assistant/Secretary
3 Years- Coordinated annual community events, including tournaments, summer camp, student recognition nights, pow-wows, and youth field trips, fostering community engagement.
- Responsible for department timesheets, purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and travel.
- Created grant quarterly reports.
- Updated and managed database of Native American students across three school districts, ensuring accurate and accessible records.
- Organized weekly and monthly calendar for community gym and activities, facilitating smooth scheduling and participation.
Secretary II/Receptionist
3 Years- Assist in maintaining the electronic and physical client file systems.
- Coordinated community projects, including food baskets, Christmas gifts, and financial assistance, to support local families in need.
- Supported caseworkers with client intake and application processes, relaying service qualifications and referring clients to appropriate services.
- Provided support for quarterly grant report processes to maintain accurate documentation. and annual grant reports.
- Managed purchase requisitions, purchase orders, travel arrangements, and timesheets.
Tribal Services Receptionist
2 Years- Maintained a student database for youth program grants. Provided reports of youth involvement in program activities on a monthly and quarterly basis.
- Handled billing services for Tribal Daycare, Tribal Fire Department, and Public Works.
- Provided clerical support to various departments within Tribal Services, including Tribal Fire Department, Recreation Program, Tribal Social Services, Tribal Daycare, and Public Works.
Education
GED
Skills
Documentation management
Analytical thinking
Efficiency enhancement
Proficient in MS specifically Excel
Word
PowerPoint
Teams
ArcGIS Pro
Adobe Acrobat Pro
Timeline
Land Specialist
DECD Land Acquisition
11.2015 - CurrentRead More
Land Clerk
DECD Land Acquisition
06.2009 - 11.2015Read More
Secretary/Bus Monitor
CTUIR Head Start Program
01.2008 - 06.2009Read More
RV Park/Hotel Front Desk
Wildhorse Resort
09.2007 - 01.2008Read More
Office Assistant/Secretary
CTUIR Recreation Program
01.2004 - 01.2007Read More
Secretary II/Receptionist
CTUIR Children & Family Services
01.2001 - 01.2004Read More
Tribal Services Receptionist
CTUIR Tribal Services
01.1999 - 01.2001Read More
Blue Mountain Community College
GED
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