Title: Sr Occupational Safety and Compliance Officer, Position No. 02629
State Role Title: Compliance/Safety Officer III
Hiring Range: $70,800 - $81,420
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles
Location: IT SECURITY
Agency Website: www.dmv.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles is looking to hire a Sr. Occupational Safety and Compliance Officer for a position within the Joint Operations Center of the Information Security & Risk Management administration in Richmond, VA.
The Sr. Occupational Safety and Compliance Officer is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing a comprehensive safety program that encompasses all facilities, offices, vehicles, staff, and daily operations within the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). This role involves ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and specific state requirements. The Sr. Occupational Safety and Compliance Officer reports directly to the Captain of the Joint Operation Center.
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
• Experience in a role within safety, emergency management, or a similar field.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and unify diverse groups towards common goals.
• Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910), Virginia VOSH Program requirements, and state/federal emergency management laws and compliance standards for public sector operations.
• Experience developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive safety and emergency management programs aligned with organizational objectives, including motor vehicle operations and facilities management.
• Deep understanding of best practices in ensuring the safety of personnel and visitors
• Skilled in risk assessment methodologies, weather/environmental impact monitoring, natural disaster preparation, and developing effective mitigation strategies for complex safety situations.
• Awareness of relevant legal, regulatory, and compliance issues related to safety and emergency management in the public sector.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to design and conduct training programs, coordinate across organizational levels, and collaborate with external partners and government agencies.
• Skilled in analyzing complex situations, identifying potential safety risks, and devising effective solutions and mitigation strategies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for clear and effective coordination and reporting across organizational levels, and collaboration with external partners and government agencies.
• Self-directed with strong initiative, analytical thinking, situational awareness, and commitment to continuous learning in safety, security, risk management, and emergency preparedness.
• Demonstrated strength in designing and conducting training programs to enhance staff readiness and awareness regarding safety and emergency procedures.
• Proven ability to maintain composure and provide decisive leadership during critical incidents, adapt strategies to changing threats, and execute COV/DMV contingency plans effectively.
Additional Considerations
Certifications (e.g., CSP, CIH, OHST, ASP, CHMM, CSHM, CET, CSMP) preferred.
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) must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DMV participates in E-Verify.
All applicants for employment must consent to a background check. Selected candidates must consent to a fingerprint-based criminal history check, driver record check, and background investigation, if applicable.
As a condition of employment, the DMV will be alerted of any convictions for moving violations, including license suspension.
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 and years of experience 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.
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.