Title: Agency Information Technology Resource (AITR)
State Role Title: Info Technology Specialist III
Hiring Range: $110,000 - $140,000
Pay Band: 6
Agency: Virginia Employment Commission
Location: VEC CENTRAL OFFICE
Agency Website: www.vec.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
As VEC’s Agency Information Technology Resource (AITR), you’ll be the strategic bridge between the agency and the Commonwealth’s IT governance ecosystem. This role drives technology alignment with statewide standards, ensures compliance, and champions innovation through effective portfolio management. You’ll lead critical initiatives—from shaping the IT Strategic Plan to managing enterprise services and procurement—while partnering with VITA, agency leadership, and business units to deliver secure, cost-effective technology solutions that power VEC’s mission to serve Virginians.
Minimum Qualifications
Deep knowledge of Commonwealth Policy & Governance, including ITIM/CTP, PMD (CPM‑112), EA, Security (CSRM) and supplier rules.
Proficiency with CTP Planview forms and workflows (BRTs, IBCs, PGRs), statuses, and approvals.
Ability to interpret standards and guide compliance across projects, procurements, and operations.
Strong leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and problem‑solving skills to navigate multi‑party governance. (Supported by BLS manager profiles).
Progressive IT experience with governance, portfolio, or project oversight responsibilities.
Demonstrated experience using CTP Planview (or equivalent PPM), coordinating VITA governance steps (ITSP, BRTs/IBC/PGR), and partnering with security, procurement, and finance.
Experience approving logical access/change/service requests and communicating enterprise service changes to staff.
Additional Considerations
Significant experience serving as an AITR and Engineering Manager; knowledge of and experience working with VITA IT Security Standards and Guidelines.
Prior service as an AITR or agency IT lead; familiarity with VITA service portfolio, governance calendars, and supplier relations.
PMP or Commonwealth PMD training; ITIL Foundation; security certifications (e.g., Security+).
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.
The Virginia Employment Commission is committed to upholding our values in our employment opportunities across the Commonwealth to people from all backgrounds, including all races, ethnicities, genders, and abilities.
The VEC Is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program, and a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
The selected candidate must successfully pass a comprehensive background check including an FBI fingerprint background investigation.
Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and résumés will not be accepted.
Applications are not accepted after the recruitment closing date.
Please carefully review the details of this recruitment including the location of the position and the posted salary before applying. VEC does not provide relocation assistance, and no salary will be offered outside of the posted salary range / flat rate.
Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application (and/or resume). You must ensure your application/resume includes the scope of your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as it relates to the position you are applying for. Information not stated will not be assumed.
This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
For the status of your application and this position, please refer to your RMS / Jobs.Virginia.Gov account. We do not provide application status updates via email or telephone.
Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Applicants needing accommodations should contact the Human Resource office for additional information.
The VEC does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work in the US.
NOTICE: VEC will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Contact Information
Name: VEC Human Resources / Recruitment
Phone: For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account. We do not provide application status updates via phone.
Email: Careers@vec.virginia.gov for recruitment related questions. Emailed applications, resumes, or cover letters will not be accepted. For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account.
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.