Kelly K. Priest

Kelly K Priest

Executive Assistant for Biological Environmental Systems Sciences Directorate

Kelly began working at Oak Ridge National Laboratory in January 2020 as a Division Administrative Assistant providing support to the Integrated Operations Support Division in the Facilities and Operations Directorate.  In January 2022, she joined the Biological and Environmental Systems Science Directorate as an Executive Assistant to the Associate Laboratory Director. 

Kelly has over 20 years’ experience as an administrative support professional.  Prior to joining the lab, Kelly worked as a Senior Administrative Assistant for many years with Bechtel, in Oak Ridge and in Houston, Texas.  She previously held positions as a Legal Assistant with several law firms.  She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Legal Studies from Florida Gulf Coast University. 

When not at work, Kelly enjoys spending time with her family and going camping.