DMV Lead Procurement Officer- Position #03541

Title: DMV Lead Procurement Officer- Position #03541

State Role Title: Procurement Officer III

Hiring Range: $91,750-$105,000

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles

Location: PURCHASING

Agency Website: www.dmv.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

DMV is seeking to hire a Lead Procurement Officer.

This is an expert-level professional purchasing position responsible for managing complex, high value requirements type, technology- and non-technology-related purchasing projects and service contracts including solicitation development, analysis and evaluation of bids and proposals, award of contracts, contract management, and other administrative-related requirements in an efficient and cost effective manner to support the operations of the DMV in accordance with procurement laws, regulations, policies and procedures in support of agency mission and objectives. In addition, this position is critical to ensuring the highest standards of conduct are met for each large-scale solicitation managed.

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, serves approximately 6.2 million licensed drivers and ID card holders with over 8.4 million registered vehicles. In addition, DMV serves a wide array of businesses, including dealers, fuels tax customers, rental companies, driving schools, other state agencies, local governments, and non-profit organizations. DMV operates upon five fundamental core values: Trustworthiness, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Teamwork (TRAIT). We don’t just talk about our core values, we live them!

Minimum Qualifications

• Extensive experience with public procurement, contracting laws and state regulations, the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual, VITA’s Buy IT Guidelines, Commonwealth’s Accounting Policy & Procedure (CAPP) manual and the Virginia Public Procurement Act.
• Demonstrated ability to represent the agency on complex technical and contractual matters and develop complex contract documents using competitive sealed bidding, competitive negotiation, emergency and sole source methods.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research, compile and analyze problems and data and formulate solutions and recommendations.
• Possess and demonstrate excellent business writing and oral communication skills in a persuasive and tactful manner.
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and explain regulations, procedures and standards; analyze and evaluate proposals; develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external clients, vendors, and other state agencies.
• Must possess strong oral presentation, negotiation and group facilitation skills.
• Effectively plan, coordinate and establish priorities.
• Ability to work on multiple procurements and projects independently, with very little direct supervision.

Additional Considerations

• Experienced with state procurement regulations.
• Demonstrated experience with eVA preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with the procurement of high dollar or complex requirements for technology, financial, service-related or other commodities.
• Demonstrated experience with business writing and fiscal procedures.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing, issuing and negotiating competitive and non-competitive contracts.
• Demonstrated experience with handling all facets of contract administration.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DMV participates in E-Verify

All applicants for employment must consent to a driver history and criminal background check. A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required on selected applicant(s).

As a condition of employment, DMV will be alerted of any moving violation convictions, including suspension of license.

Submission of an online application is required. DMV does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc. in any other format. When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience as well as years of experience in order to properly assess your skills in the screening process. Candidates are evaluated based on information provided in the application materials. Missing information cannot be assumed.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disability Act. Contact 804-367-9728 for assistance.
Minorities, individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TT.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Contact Information

Name: DMV Employment

Phone: 804-367-0528

Email: employment@dmv.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.