Dale Bell has built a distinguished career in public service and consulting, marked by a series of impactful roles. Since 2022, Dale has been serving as the Deputy Assistant Secretary in the Office of Grants at the Department of Health and Human Services. In the same year, Dale briefly held the position of Acting Deputy Office Head in the Office of Budget, Finance, and Award Management at the National Science Foundation.
Prior to these roles, Dale was the Director of the Division of Institution and Award Support at the National Science Foundation from 2015 to 2021. Before becoming Director, Dale served as the Deputy Director of the same division from 2010 to 2015, showcasing a strong commitment to supporting scientific research and education.
Dale's career also includes significant experience in the private sector. From 2005 to 2010, Dale was a Principal in the Civilian Sector at SRA/Touchstone Consulting Group. Before that, Dale worked as a Senior Manager in the Civilian Sector at Unisys Corporation from 2002 to 2005. Dale's journey in consulting began at Andersen LLP, where Dale served as a Senior Manager in the Office of Government Services from 1996 to 2002.
Throughout these roles, Dale has demonstrated a consistent dedication to improving organizational effectiveness and supporting public sector initiatives.
History of Employment
Primary Policy Areas
Acquisition, Budget and Finance, Government Operations/Innovation, Oversight/Regulation, Science – Research and Development, Technology – Telecommunications, Information, Data Security
Primary Sector of Expertise
Federal
Primary Functions
Budgeting and Finance, Change Management, Data Analytics, Enterprise Risk Management, Grants Management, Information Technology, Intergovernmental, Organizational Structure/Design/Development, Risk Management, Strategic Planning