Chantel Newsome
North Augusta,SC
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with a strong background in management, project management, and documentation. Extensive experience overseeing complex projects, ensuring successful delivery within timelines and budgets. Demonstrates exceptional leadership and organizational skills, managing multidisciplinary teams and fostering collaboration. Adept at creating detailed documentation and reports, ensuring clarity and compliance. Proactive problem-solver with a commitment to continuous improvement. Skilled communicator, building strong relationships with stakeholders. Eager to leverage expertise to contribute to the success of forward-thinking organizations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NGFP Graduate Fellow (NNSA)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
06.2025 - Current
- Supported site governance and integrated NNSA with M&O partner organizations at NNSS.
- Contributed to operational awareness, monitoring, integration, and evaluation tasks, including project management and budgeting, to document contractor performance and compliance.
- Collaborated in coordinating working groups to perform integrated analyses of mission programs at NNSS.
- Assisted with AMMI MS Teams usage maturation and supported AMMI in developing an oversight plan.
- Developed programmatic familiarization to support Program Liaison functions (meeting notes, action tracking, oversight).
- Honed communication skills, project management, and stakeholder engagement for Program Liaison functions.
- Gained understanding of government project management structures through key players, strategic planning, and decision-making analysis.
- Explored government operations, policy oversight, and task accomplishment through seminars and engagement with policymakers.
- Implemented Agile/Waterfall project management methodologies to improve team efficiency and deliverables.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
- Monitored 5 project progress regularly through status meetings and reports, identifying potential risks or issues proactively.
Document Image Specialist - Short Term Contract
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Subcontractor to Centerra-SRS, providing support for imaging, bookmarking, document control, records maintenance, and clerical duties to DOE-SR Security Programs.
- Operates high-capacity office scanners, computers, and copiers.
- Performs database upload actions into CATS, scanning/bookmarking administrative/adjudicative documents into Adobe PDFs for legal record retention; ensures 100% quality checks.
- Manages electronic files, verifies metadata, and uploads scanned/bookmarked, updating tracking databases.
- Protects confidential information, provides reports, and performs page-by-page review/QA of hardcopy PSFs prior to scanning (removing duplicates, staples, etc.).
- Follows DOE-SR records retention directions, assists with file room maintenance, and packages/mails media cassettes/CDs to other DOE sites.
Project Management Office Assistant - Intern
Aurubis Richmond
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Improved processes and procedures by assisting with project management documentation, inputting/maintaining accurate records in databases/spreadsheets, and organizing/filing documents.
- Drafted/updated 2 manuals, 1 procedure, and 1 governance, tracking project statuses and providing project support.
- Operated computer and word processing software and other standard office equipment.
- Assisted with email/phone inquiries, drafted/proofread internal/external communications, and managed posting of project materials on SharePoint.
- Conducted research for presentations/reports, assisted in scheduling appointments/meetings, and coordinated meeting logistics.
- Performed general administrative duties, collaborated on special projects, and assisted the Project Management team with day-to-day tasks.
Executive Assistant - Short Term Contract
Onin Staffing
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Provided executive-level administrative assistance, defining project objectives, requirements, and scope.
- Oversaw/documented project tasks, ensured timely delivery of project materials, and scrutinized financial records.
- Identified opportunities/risks, provided solutions, and assessed financial/data risks, verifying financial record precision.
- Applied strong communication, multitasking, and problem-solving skills to liaise with stakeholders and ensure project goals were met efficiently.
- Analyzed over 200 financial records to identify areas for improvement/cost-saving measures and stayed abreast of industry trends.
Office Manager
DHL Supply Chain
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Responsible for distribution center's order processing, administrative, customer service, and accounting functions.
- Supervised order processing/customer service for assigned clients and performed accounting functions related to payroll, A/P, inventory, and general ledger activities.
- Trained/cross-trained associates and maintained discipline within office responsibilities.
- Maintained operating efficiencies by scheduling, supervising, and planning for over 140 associates.
- Interfaced with client representatives daily, maintained office operational coordination, and conducted performance reviews/feedback sessions.
- Communicated effectively with associates/customers and operated small office equipment.
Staffing Consultant / On Premise Manager
Spherion
07.2021 - 07.2021
- Achieved staffing objectives by recruiting, onboarding, evaluating job candidates, and advising managers.
- Established recruiting requirements by studying organization plans/objectives and meeting with managers.
- Ensured workplace safety, conducting daily facility walk-throughs and promoting safe work practices; processed weekly payroll.
- Maintained positive relationships with over 70 assignment employees, administering performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
Real Estate Assistant - Short Term Contract
Stuppard Real Estate
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Supported agent by preparing documents, scheduling appointments, sending emails, and maintaining 50 client databases (CRM).
- Communicated with customers, other agents, and service providers throughout the closing process.
- Produced listing marketing materials, assisted with social media campaigns and basic bookkeeping.
- Managed social media, updated MLS, wrote listing descriptions, and prepared photos.
Executive Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper
Harkleroad Diamonds & Fine Jewelry
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Handled busy schedules and general administrative duties; functioned as liaison between departments.
- Maintained impeccable records; processed accounts payable and managed accounts receivable.
- Coordinated events to promote sales and assisted in managing inventory.
- Generated over 100 invoices, maintained new/current contracts, and coordinated company purchase needs.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Project Management and Cybersecurity
University of South Carolina
Aiken, SC05-2025
Bachelor of Communication Studies - Organizational Communication
University of Colorado
Colorado Springs, CO12.2014
Associate of Business - Business Administration and Management, General
Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, CO05.2009
Skills
- SharePoint
- Tracking Systems
- Microsoft Office
- Cross-functional coordination
- Strategic thinking
- Project development
- Project planning and management
- Organizational development
- Logistics management
- Billing
- Business operations management
Certification
- OSHA 10
- Certified Safety Professional
- Driver's License
Timeline
NGFP Graduate Fellow (NNSA)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
06.2025 - Current
Document Image Specialist - Short Term Contract
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions
07.2024 - 10.2024
Project Management Office Assistant - Intern
Aurubis Richmond
02.2024 - 05.2024
Executive Assistant - Short Term Contract
Onin Staffing
12.2023 - 02.2024
Office Manager
DHL Supply Chain
07.2022 - 10.2022
Staffing Consultant / On Premise Manager
Spherion
07.2021 - 07.2021
Real Estate Assistant - Short Term Contract
Stuppard Real Estate
12.2020 - 06.2021
Executive Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper
Harkleroad Diamonds & Fine Jewelry
09.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Communication Studies - Organizational Communication
University of Colorado
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Project Management and Cybersecurity
University of South Carolina
Associate of Business - Business Administration and Management, General
Pikes Peak Community College
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