Julia (Chaffin) Herrera
About Julia (Chaffin) Herrera
Julia (Chaffin) Herrera serves as the Chief of Staff for ASD Scorpius at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, a position she has held since 2022. She has extensive experience in project management, having previously worked at various institutions including SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and Stanford University.
Current Role as ASD Scorpius Chief of Staff
Julia Herrera currently serves as the ASD Scorpius Chief of Staff at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the laboratory's strategic initiatives and operational management in Livermore, California. In her role, she oversees various projects and coordinates efforts across teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Previous Experience at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Before her current role, Julia Herrera worked at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory as the Project Management Office Lead from 2020 to 2022. During her two-year tenure, she was responsible for managing project portfolios and enhancing project delivery processes, thereby supporting the laboratory's mission and objectives.
Professional Background at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory
Julia Herrera held the position of EVMS/Project Controls Manager at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory from 2009 to 2022. Over her thirteen years there, she focused on earned value management systems and project controls, ensuring effective project execution and compliance with budgetary constraints.
Experience at Stanford University
From 2009 to 2020, Julia Herrera worked at Stanford University as the Project Management Support Group Lead. In this role, she provided project management support and guidance, facilitating successful project outcomes across various departments within the university.
Educational Background in Psychology
Julia Herrera earned her Master of Science in Psychology from California State University - East Bay, where she studied from 1989 to 1995. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology at the University of Florida from 1985 to 1989. Her educational background has equipped her with insights into human behavior, which she applies in her professional roles.