Title: DMV Lead Procurement Officer-Pos. #03541

State Role Title: Procurement Officer III

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience up to $112,000

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles

Location: PURCHASING

Agency Website: www.dmv.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

DMV is seeking to hire a Lead Procurement Officer III.

This is an expert-level professional responsible for overseeing and managing complex, high- value procurement requirements, particular those involving technology-related purchases and services contracts, for the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). This position involves developing solicitations, analyzing and evaluating bids and proposals, awarding contracts, managing contract performance, and fulfilling administrative procurement requirements efficiently and cost-effectively. The role ensures adherence to procurement laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, and supports the agency's mission and operational objectives.

This position leads, manages, and provides guidance and direction to buyers throughout the Department of Motor Vehicles working specifically within the areas of compliance and strategic initiatives. This position will develop, plan, implement and evaluate DMV procurement practices and manage and coordinate a variety of procurement projects and strategic initiatives with an emphasis on advancing technology, ensuring compliance and streamlining procurement processes for effectiveness and efficiency across the agency.

This position is critical in ensuring agency compliance with procurement and fiscal laws while implementing strategic initiatives to advance programmatic development. The Lead Procurement Officer III will also serve as a subject matter expert, guiding the procurement team and stakeholders in best practices for achieving the agency's goals.

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

*Extensive experience with public procurement, contracting laws and state regulations, the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual, VITA’s Buy IT Guidelines, Commonwealth’s Accounting Policy & Procedure (CAPP) manual and the Virginia Public Procurement Act.
* Demonstrated ability to represent the agency on complex technical and contractual matters and develop complex contract documents using competitive sealed bidding, competitive negotiation, emergency and sole source methods.
* Demonstrated ability to conduct research, compile and analyze problems and data and formulate solutions and recommendations.
*Possess and demonstrate excellent business writing skills and oral communication skills in a persuasive and tactful manner.
*Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and explain regulations, procedures and standards; analyze and evaluate proposals; develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external clients, vendors, and other state agencies.
*Must possess strong oral presentation, negotiation and group facilitation skills.
*Ability to develop and present training programs in such broad areas as contract administration and eVA electronic procurement.
*Effectively plan, coordinate and establish priorities.
*Ability to work on multiple procurements and projects independently, with very little direct supervision.

Additional Considerations

*Bachelor’s degree from a college or university with course work in business administration or related curriculum or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
*Demonstrated experience with complex requirements and technology-related procurements, service contracts, business writing and fiscal procedures.
*Professional certification as a Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) and/or a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) required.
*Certification as a Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) or Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M) is preferred.
*Demonstrated experience with state procurement regulations and eVA 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) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DMV participates in E-Verify

All applicants for employment must consent to a driver history and criminal background check. A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required on selected applicant(s).

As a condition of employment, DMV will be alerted of any moving violation convictions, including suspension of license.

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 as well as years of experience in order 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.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disability Act. Contact 804-367-9728 for assistance.
Minorities, individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TT.
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.

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.