Title: Legal Compliance & Policy Specialist II
State Role Title: Info Technology Specialist III
Hiring Range: $85,000-$115,000
Pay Band: 6
Agency: VA Information Tech Agency
Location: VA Information Technologies
Agency Website: https://www.vita.virginia.gov/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
About the Agency
Come serve the public as part of a dynamic, collaborative team at the Commonwealth’s IT Agency.
This Legal Compliance & Policy Specialist will be part of a team that provides agencywide legal and legislative support services, including contract, policy, regulatory, records management, procurement, and legislative support.
About the Position
The Virginia Information Technologies Agency (VITA) seeks a lawyer to
provide internal legal and compliance guidance and support in subject areas
relevant to VITA business units, including but not limited to contracts, human resources / employment, procurement, FOIA and records, and data privacy and security.
Responsibilities will include: legal research, analysis, and guidance; legislative reporting; review, modification and negotiation of contracts in compliance with state and federal laws and agency policies; coordination with agency business units and external entities to respond to audit reports and information requests; collaborative, confidential professional engagement and communication with internal and external stakeholders; HR support and collaboration; and collegial participation/facilitation of meetings in support of business needs and position responsibilities.
The successful candidate for this position will:
• Be a collaborative team player who values input from others and can build relationships both within VITA and in other agencies that VITA partners with and supports;
• Have strong oral and written communication skills;
• Have the ability to work independently;
• Be adept at using technology;
• Demonstrate cultural competency and respect for diverse backgrounds;
• Engage in continuous professional development to remain current with advising on applicable law, regulations, policy and best practices;
• Have a commitment to shared success, be self confident, and open to feedback, to both learn from others and continuous growth.
Although relevant experience is valued, this position is open to lawyers looking to work in state government for the first time, or who have some relevant legal experience but are interested in deepening their knowledge and experience in state government.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum requirements for this position:
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely in writing and spoken word;
• Experience identifying problems and developing multiple solutions and options in a collaborative, fast-paced environment;
• Ability to draft well written reports, policies, and responses to audit recommendations, and other documents;
• Ability to monitor, coordinate information, and communicate regarding multiple requirements and objectives;
• Working knowledge of state government (legislative and executive structure, operations, processes, policies, etc.);
Demonstrated ability to:
• Interpret and evaluate contracts, statutes, regulations, policies, audit reports, and other legal documents;
• Analyze compliance requirements in a wide range of operational and organizational environments;
• Identify and comply with applicable laws and policies, including regarding confidentiality and information security;
• Working knowledge of general laws governing state agencies, such as the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), the Public Records Act, and the Virginia Public Procurement Act;
• Membership in the Virginia State Bar or admission pending.
Additional Considerations
• Experience with auditing and oversight within Virginia state or local government;
• Working knowledge of information technology, cybersecurity, intellectual property, and privacy laws and policies, such as the Government Data Collection and Dissemination Practices Act;
• Knowledge, experience, or certification related to employment law and state employment laws and regulations;
• Other regulatory, compliance, or legal experience in subjects relevant to VITA.
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.
Special Requirement: Provide a (1) resume and (2) a cover letter OR professional writing sample on a public policy or legal subject.
This position is eligible for one (1) day telework.
Applicants must consent to a fingerprint background check.
State applications and/or resumes will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the state applicant tracking system. We will not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc. in any other format. Please refer to “Your Application” in your PageUp account to check the status of your application for this position. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided in the application and/or resume.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act.
VITA is a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we encourage you to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni also are encouraged to apply.
Contact Information
Name: VITA HR
Phone: (804) 510-7300
Email: VITAHR@vita.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.