Title: Director of Organizational Development

State Role Title: General Administration Manager III

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience up to $130,000

Pay Band: 7

Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles

Location: AGENCY TRAINING

Agency Website: www.dmv.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is seeking a Director of Organizational Development to build a comprehensive and effective employee experience program for the agency. Our ability to fulfill our mission begins with our employees. The Director of Organizational Development is a key leadership role responsible for driving strategic initiatives that enhance the overall effectiveness and efficiency of DMV. This people-focused position focuses on fostering an inclusive and engaging work environment, promoting organizational and employee development, and ensuring that organizational practices align with the agency’s values, mission, and long-term goals.
Duties and responsibilities for this position includes:
• Managing and directing employee engagement, recognition, change management, organization culture, organization design, talent (performance) management, data analytics, professional development and career paths, leadership development, and succession planning.
• Partnering with Human Resources to build an experience that helps the agency attract, retain, and engage the right talent.
• Developing evaluation tools and methodologies to measure organizational performance and needs.
• Conducting regular assessments of the organizational culture and recommending and implementing initiatives to enhance it.
• Delivering training programs, workshops, and resources to build and enhance leadership competencies.
• Providing leadership coaching and development to senior leaders and managers to enhance their leadership capabilities and drive employee engagement.
• Supervising a team of professionals.
• Developing and implementing program objectives with a high level of independence and judgement.

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 many businesses, including dealers, fuel 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

• Strong understanding of organizational and employee development principles, theories, and practices.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of employee engagement.
• Knowledge of change management principles and methodologies.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others. Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and facilitation and people skills, with the ability to influence and interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in data analytics and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strategic plans and initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Resilient and adaptable with the ability to navigate change and uncertainty.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to see the big picture and align organizational development initiatives with business goals.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and influence others.
• Commitment to integrity, ethical practices, and public service.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), as well as familiarity with training relevant software and technology platforms and organizational development tools and technologies.

Additional Considerations

• Extensive experience leading large-scale organizational development and change management initiatives including organizational culture, employee engagement, leadership, and employee development.
• Considerable experience in the designing and delivering training programs.
• Experience in a leadership role within a large, complex organization.
• Certification in Organizational Development or other related field is a plus.
• Experience with organizational development software and tools is a plus.

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.