Pay Band: 6

Agency: Department of General Services 

Location: Richmond, VA 

Agency Website: www.dgs.virginia.gov 

Recruitment Type: General Public – G

The Division of Purchasing & Supply (DPS) is seeking a public procurement professional to serve as the eVA Business Manager. DPS facilitates and ensures that every public body in the Commonwealth is able to purchase the highest quality materials, equipment, supplies, printing, and non-professional services at a reasonable cost and ensures that all procurement procedures are made in conformity with the Code of Virginia.

As part of the DPS team, the eVA Business Manager would be responsible for the financial and contractual business management of the Commonwealth’s state-wide electronic procurement system and program (eVA), as well as for procurement and administration of contracts for the outsourced system.

Job duties include, but are not limited to: 

• Managing a staff of Procurement Officers and Chair the eVA Executive Steering Committee.
• Conducting detailed analyses and developing reports with associated data to support recommendations for multiple business strategies – such as fee levels – needed to maintain the eVA program.
• Performing contract administration and negotiating complex contracts and contract modifications.
• Performing budgetary and financial functions such as budget development, budget tracking, and revenue forecasting.
• Instructing or providing support to other instructor(s) for assigned internal, agency or vendor professional workshops, forums and/or seminars.
• Keeping the DPS Deputy Director and Manager of the e-Procurement Bureau (eVA) up to date on all contract and e-procurement related policy and associated issues in advance of external interested parties.

This position is located in Richmond, Virginia and eligible for a hybrid telework schedule (telework up to 2 days/week) after the completion of a Telework Agreement.

We’ve got great benefits! 

DGS offers excellent health benefits at affordable pricing, pre-tax spending accounts, paid life insurance, paid Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and other leave benefits, wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching. Additionally, supplemental bus passes, ride share, or parking are available and DGS is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.  

Minimum Qualifications 

• Considerable experience executing procurements using Requests for Proposals and Invitations for Bids.
• Extensive experience with automated procurement systems, e-commerce, and/or e-procurement and material management related operations.
• A thorough knowledge of public procurement policies, regulations, and procedures, including formation and administration of complex contracts.
• Experience performing data collection and developing business and financial models and forecasts using historical data and trends.
• Excellent communications skills resulting in positive, helpful and effective written and oral communications with user agencies, vendors, fellow employees, management, administration, and members of the legislature.
• Excellent problem-identification and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, interpret, implement, and apply policies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to foster and promote teamwork and the ability to motivate, mentor, and train others.
• Ability to function independently, successfully handle multiple priorities, and function effectively in a fast-paced and stressful environment across multiple divisions and bureaus.

Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire. 

The selected candidate must also pass a criminal background check. 

Additional Considerations 

• VCO or similar procurement certification (VCM, CPPB, or CPPO). Selected candidates who do not have a VCO certification will be required to attain one within their first year of employment.
• Experience with eVA.
• Supervisory experience as a middle level manager or equivalent experience as the leader of a team responsible for critical core business functions.

Special Instructions 

The online state application must contain all required information and fully respond to questions to be considered for this job opportunity. Please be sure that all of your relevant qualifications and considerations are specifically addressed in your submitted application. 

Online applications should be submitted via jobs.virginia.gov. 

Fax, e-mail, or mail applications will not be accepted. For assistance or computer access, please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office jobs@dgs.virginia.gov or 804-786-3910.  

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application has been successfully submitted. Applications will continue to be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received, but this position may be closed at any time after May 25, 2025. Please refer to the “Your Application” page in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Applicants in need of accommodation during the application and/or interview process may contact DGS at 804-786-3910 for assistance.    

Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire. DGS 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. 

The selected candidate must pass a criminal background check. The selected candidate must also complete a Statement of Economic Interest upon hire and obtain the Virginia Contracting Officer certification within one year of employment, if they do not already have it. 

The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer and a proud Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified employer. Individuals from minoritized groups, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and individuals with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service experience are encouraged to apply.  

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: DGS Human Resources  

Phone: 804-786-3910  

Email: jobs@dgs.virginia.gov