Executive Director of Internal Operations

Title: Executive Director of Internal Operations

State Role Title: Gen Admin Manager II

Hiring Range: $130,000- $145,000

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept of Ed Central Operations

Location: JAMES MONROE BUILDING

Agency Website: doe.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

The Office of Internal Operations is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as the leader of all internal operations for the Virginia Department of Education by coordinating the internal functions of the agency. This position will provide leadership and technical expertise, facilitate policy development and implementation, represent the department as needed, plan and administer programs for internal support services logistical operations of the agency, as well as provide technical assistance to agency leadership. Pursuant to Sections 2.2-3114 and 2.2-3115 of the Code of Virginia, the position of Executive Director for Internal Operations has been designated to file by the Code of Virginia, an annual “Statement of Economic Interests” form.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing organization logistical and internal support functions.
• Ability to manage large scale programs including operational oversight, competitive grants, and compliance and monitoring.
• Knowledge of project planning tools, stakeholder engagement, risk mitigation, and performance analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in project management including deadline tracking, day-to-day operations, and risk mitigation.
• Ability to communicate complex information to various audiences orally and in writing.
• Ability to lead, supervise, and evaluate multiple staff across multiple office functions.
• Ability to research, assess, develop, and implement strategic educational and operational initiatives.
• Ability to manage large scale instructional improvement programs and to communicate information to various audiences orally and in writing.

Additional Considerations

• Experience at the management or executive level; administering comprehensive operational programs and operational process improvement planning; and working with the general public, leaders, and government officials to resolve educational or operational issues.
• Proficiency in analytics and logistics.
• An advanced college degree in Education, in Operations, Project Management, Public Administration, or a related field preferred, but not required.
• Experience in budget allocation, leadership, management, and evaluation of staff.

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.

Pursuant to Sections 2.2-3114 and 2.2-3115 of the Code of Virginia, this position has been designated as requiring you to disclose your financial interests. Financial interests shall be disclosed as a condition of employment and thereafter as required. The mechanism you will use to disclose these interests is called Statement of Economic Interests.

A résumé will be accepted in lieu of a completed state application. Applications submitted via e-mail, postal service, fax or hand-delivered will not be considered. Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check. Commonwealth of Virginia employees may have teleworking options available. Final teleworking agreements will be reviewed and approved upon hire.

Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process:
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 prove their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs.cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview process. For assistance call: (804) 225-2021, [TTY: 786-8389]

It is the policy of the Commonwealth and the VDOE that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. The Virginia Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce.

Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: N/A

Email: humanresources@doe.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.