Title: Bureau Director DSP03710
State Role Title: Law Enforcement Manager III
Hiring Range: $128,292 to $194,688 Negotiable and Commensurate with Experience
Pay Band: 7
Agency: Department of State Police
Location: North Chesterfield, Virgina
Agency Website: vsp.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Sworn employees of the Department applying for this position must apply through PageUp and must attach their SP-88 and SP-92P.
About the Position:
The Virginia State Police (VSP) is seeking to hire a Bureau Director, who shall be appointed to the rank of Major in our Bureau of Criminal Investigation at our Administrative Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. In accordance with the Code of Virginia, incumbents of this position must complete a Statement of Economic Interests form upon selection and annually thereafter. The job duties for this position include but are not limited to:
• Provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and mission focused direction to all investigative divisions.
• Transforms the Agency’s strategic vision and priorities into clear, actionable objectives that drive excellence in criminal investigations, advance public safety, and protect civil liberties.
• Optimizes systems, resources, and organizational performance to achieve defined outcomes and meet established performance metrics.
• As a member of executive leadership, the Director serves as a key advisor to the Superintendent.
• Fosters a commitment to the Agency’s mission and values, cultivating a culture of selflessness, engagement, and awareness, and reinforcing personal accountability, kind feedback, and continuous improvement.
• Enhances organizational capacity through trust based partnerships and holds responsibility for the readiness and well being of Bureau personnel.
• Champions organizational excellence by establishing clear expectations, encouraging innovation, and cultivating an environment where people feel valued, empowered, and committed to delivering and supporting consistent, high quality investigative services statewide.
• Leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of cross training programs, desk procedures, and continuity of operations strategies to ensure resilience, adaptability, and seamless service delivery across the Bureau.
• The employee in this position is aware of and proactive in ensuring a strong internal control environment, including: reducing or communicating potential risks; ensuring data and reports are accurate and reliable; safeguarding Department assets to prevent waste, loss, unauthorized use, or misappropriation; achieving Agency objectives by maximizing efficiency and effectiveness; and consistently adhering to applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
About the Agency:
At the Virginia State Police, we are more than just a law enforcement organization — we’re a united team of problem‑solvers, protectors, and public servants shaping the future of the Commonwealth. Every role here strengthens our mission to preserve life, protect the vulnerable, and enhance safety while upholding civil liberties throughout Virginia.
Our culture is built on being selfless, engaged, and aware, and we succeed through timely, purposeful action; clear communication; personal accountability; and continuous improvement — together.
We prioritize the readiness and well‑being of all our people, entrusting decision‑making to those closest to the challenge and supporting one another with kind, direct feedback that helps us grow. At VSP, we foster a supportive culture grounded in service, purpose, and the belief that we are One Mission. One Team. One VSP.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge:
• Extensive knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, and policies regarding criminal investigations, and public safety agencies.
• Advanced knowledge of law enforcement principles, investigative practices, complex case management, and emerging trends affecting criminal investigations.
• Advanced knowledge of leadership and management principles, including strategic planning, organizational development, performance optimization, and talent cultivation.
• Thorough knowledge of the budgetary process, resource allocation, and fiscal stewardship within a public safety environment.
• Strong working knowledge of internal controls, risk identification, and compliance standards relevant to law enforcement operations.
Skill:
• Proficiency in the safe and effective use of firearms, issued weapons, and related tactical equipment.
• Skilled in the operation of motor vehicles in both routine and emergency conditions.
• Proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft Office applications, including effective use of data systems and performance dashboards.
Ability:
• Ability to lead, administer, and evaluate complex law enforcement operations and administrative support services.
• Ability to make timely, purposeful decisions aligned with mission priorities and operational demands.
• Ability to plan, implement, and assess bureau-wide initiatives that strengthen investigative capacity and organizational readiness.
• Ability to communicate with clarity and professionalism, especially under adverse or sensitive conditions, and to convey expectations effectively at all organizational levels.
• Ability to navigate difficult situations tactfully and diplomatically while maintaining mission integrity and protecting civil liberties.
• Ability to interpret laws, policies, regulations, and investigative data in order to make sound operational judgments.
• Ability to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, develop logical conclusions, and implement necessary changes that improve performance and outcomes.
• Ability to foster trust based, problem solving partnerships and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to promote personal accountability, provide kind and direct feedback, and model continuous improvement consistent with the Cultural Playbook.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Progressively responsible leadership experience directing or supervising complex criminal investigative operations.
• Must possess, or be eligible to obtain, law enforcement officer certification in the Commonwealth of Virginia without attending a Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) basic law enforcement officer training course. Eligibility includes those who qualify for readmission, waiver, or an authorized short course program under applicable DCJS regulations.
• Must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license.
• Must be able to obtain a top secret security clearance.
Additional Considerations
N/A
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.
Elements of the selection process include the screening of application(s); the interviewing of qualified candidate(s), to include pre-employment testing, a presentation and/or a work sample, if applicable; salary negotiation(s) if applicable; a background investigation; and a medical evaluation if applicable. The anticipated duration of the pre-employment process is determined by the successful completion of the above items.
Applications, cover letters and/or resumes shall only be accepted on-line through the PageUp recruitment management system at https://jobs.virginia.gov and must be received by 11:55 P. M. on September 4, 2026. Please limit resumes to four pages and cover letters to one page. Any additional attachments received in excess of this will not be considered.
PageUp provides confirmation of receipt of your application, resume and/or cover letter submitted successfully. Please refer to your PageUp account to check the status of your application for this position. For questions, please contact the Talent Acquisition & Employee Relations Section of the Human Resources Division at swornprograms@vsp.virginia.gov.
It is the policy of the Department of State Police (the Department) 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.
This policy shall be adhered to in all aspects of Departmental employment practices. It does not permit the lowering of bona fide job requirements, performance criteria, or qualifications to give preference to any state employee or applicant for state employment based on the above prohibitions.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Contact Information
Name: Talent Acquisition & Employee Relations Section of the Human Resources Division
Phone: swornprograms@vsp.virginia.gov
Email: swornprograms@vsp.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.