Jennifer is an administrative professional with nearly 30 years of experience, including over a decade at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Her career reflects a consistent focus on adaptability, sound judgment, and thoughtful support of complex, mission-driven organizations.
As Executive Assistant to the Associate Laboratory Director for the Physical Sciences Directorate, Jennifer supports senior leadership within one of ORNL’s most dynamic research areas. She brings strong organizational awareness, discretion, and the ability to manage competing priorities while ensuring smooth coordination of daily operations and strategic activities.
Jennifer’s approach to her work is grounded in a commitment to getting things done right the first time while continuously looking for opportunities to improve processes and streamline operations. With a strong foundation in customer service developed early in her career, she is skilled at navigating a wide range of personalities and situations with professionalism, responsiveness, and a steady, solutions-oriented mindset. Her experience includes managing complex executive calendars, coordinating high-level events, and enhancing administrative workflows to support efficiency and communication.
During her time with ORNL’s Protocol and Community Engagement office, she supported visits from external stakeholders and managed the lab-wide Matching Gifts Program. She also previously served as administrative assistant to the Chemical Sciences Division, supporting the division director in his dual roles as Division Director and Program Manager for the Chemical Sciences, Geosciences, and Biosciences program within the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Science, Basic Energy Sciences.
Jennifer brings professionalism, institutional knowledge, and a collaborative approach to her work, building strong working relationships within her role.
