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Christopher Tirado serves as a senior official within the Office of Management overseeing the Department of Energy’s directive and delegation of authority activities, leading the Office of Management’s communications efforts, and serving as a Senior Advisor to the Director, Office of Management. In these roles, Chris manages the day-to-day operation of the Directives and Delegations Program including the development, coordination, review, and publication of Departmental requirements and delegations of authorities, serves as the liaison to the Department’s executive board overseeing the development of requirements for Federal and contractor employees, and provides expertise and assistance supporting the Office of Management’s diverse portfolio of activities and responsibilities.