Michelle Feaster
About Michelle Feaster
Michelle Feaster is an Ethics Specialist at the National Institutes of Health, where she has worked since 2019. She has a background in Political Science and Government and has held various roles in human resources and payroll across several organizations.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Michelle Feaster has served as an Ethics Specialist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2019. In this role, she researches and interprets new ethics regulations to evaluate their effects on existing practices within the organization. She communicates with NIH Clinical Center employees to provide guidance on forms, training deadlines, and to address complex conflict-of-interest issues. Additionally, she reviews Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs) and Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA) agreements to ensure compliance and accuracy. Feaster also advises on ethics regulations, including the Hatch Act, and provides recommendations for corrective actions.
Education and Expertise
Michelle Feaster studied Political Science and Government at Montgomery College from 2010 to 2012, where she earned a Transfer Certificate. She furthered her education at the University of Maryland University College, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and Government from 2013 to 2015. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in ethics and governance, which she applies in her current role at NIH.
Previous Employment Experience
Before her tenure at the National Institutes of Health, Michelle Feaster held several positions in various organizations. She worked as a Payroll Associate at The International Foundation for Electoral Systems from 2009 to 2014. Prior to that, she was a Payroll Associate and Administrative Assistant at ENVIRON from 2006 to 2009. Feaster also served as a Human Resources Specialist at the U.S. Department of Labor from 2014 to 2019. These roles contributed to her expertise in administrative functions and human resources.
Role in Ethics and Compliance
In her capacity as an Ethics Specialist at NIH, Michelle Feaster acts as the primary point of contact for providing Ethics Post-Employment guidance to separated employees. She plays a crucial role in ensuring that NIH adheres to ethical standards and regulations. Her responsibilities include offering advice on ethics regulations and assessing the impact of new regulations on existing practices, thereby contributing to the integrity of the organization.