Marcelle (Marcie) Bainson
Sandy
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at the Department of the Interior - Bureau of Reclamation, excelling in organizational development and innovative project management. Expert in fostering collaboration and enhancing employee satisfaction, while implementing effective risk mitigation strategies. Committed to delivering results through strategic problem-solving and a collaborative mindset.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief of Staff/Special Assistant
Department of the Interior - Bureau of Reclamation
07.2021 - Current
- Manage cross-functional teams, ensuring timely completion of projects and initiatives.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to the Regional Directorate, providing insightful analysis on critical issues.
- Facilitate effective collaboration between internal teams while maintaining clear lines of communication throughout the organization and outside partners.
- Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives, creating a more inclusive work environment for all employees.
- Lead meetings to make informed decisions, provide support and evaluate progress toward goals and objectives.
- Establish strong relationships with key stakeholders, fostering collaboration and trust.
- Develop strategic plans with measurable goals, leading to 15% increase is goals achieved.
Senior Project Coordinator
Department of the Interior - Bureau of Reclamation
04.2014 - 07.2021
- Created comprehensive documentation for each phase of the project and contract life cycle, ensuring all relevant information was easily accessible for future reference or audits.
- Published progress reports, updating senior leadership and stakeholders on overall project development.
- Worked closely with finance team to monitor budgets consistently, identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or deliverables.
- Identified potential risks and developed mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project and contract success.
- Developed customized reporting templates for internal and client-facing communications, streamlining data presentation while maintaining accuracy and relevance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environment, Textiles And Design
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Madison, WISkills
- Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Change & Process Management
- Government Contract Experience
- Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Performance Metrics & Goal Alignment
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
Earned United States Department of the Interior Honor Award - August 2024
Certification
Contracting Officer Representative (COR) - Level II
Timeline
Chief of Staff/Special Assistant
Department of the Interior - Bureau of Reclamation
07.2021 - Current
Senior Project Coordinator
Department of the Interior - Bureau of Reclamation
04.2014 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Environment, Textiles And Design
University of Wisconsin, Madison
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