Pay Band: 6

Agency: Department of General Services (DGS)

Location: Richmond, VA 

Agency Website: www.dgs.virginia.gov 

Recruitment Type: General Public – G

The DGS Division of Purchases & Supplies (DPS) is hiring for a Procurement Management Account Executive to provide technical consulting services, training, guidance, and recommendations to state agency procurement officers and senior agency leadership to improve procurement-related operations for non-technology, non-professional service procurements.

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 Policy, Consulting, & Review (PCR) team, the Procurement Management Account Executive will support DPS by conducting procurement management reviews, providing procurement consulting and assistance, and providing consulting and assistance with DGS's statewide electronic procurement system and program (eVA). They will reengineer business approaches between customers and vendors to best utilize eVA and other best practices to increase efficiency and reduce costs, improve client service outcomes, and promote compliance with state procurement law.

Job duties include, but are not limited to: 

• Conduct procurement management reviews, to include compliance and eVA set-up/usage reviews, and prepare accurate, well-written formal procurement management review reports.
• Recommend cost savings/avoidance initiatives, quantify savings where possible, and recommend ways to improve utilization of eVA and leverage capabilities to improve procurement compliance.
• Manage and conduct high risk contract reviews as assigned.
• Provide procurement and eVA consulting and assistance to all assigned Agency accounts.
• Conduct Agency Visits to assigned agency/client accounts to establish and/or maintain relationships with agency procurement staff and leadership, consult on procurement best practices, and provide procurement and eVA training, as needed.
• Develop, update, and/or conduct training classes and workshops within the Commonwealth.

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 Requirements

• Valid Driver's license (or the ability to attain one within 60 days of hire).
• Extensive knowledge of public procurement policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Experience executing highly complex procurements using Requests for Proposals and Invitations for Bids.
• Considerable experience working with eProcurement platforms.
• Extensive knowledge of the entire contract life-cycle, from creation to close-out, including the ability to develop and administrate complex contracts.
• Experience analyzing, interpreting, and implementing policies/policy updates.
• Experience leading complex project teams and improving business processes.
• Advanced data analysis skills, including data collection, research, and quantitative analysis.
• Excellent problem identification and problem solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to promote teamwork, motivate, mentor, and train others.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time wisely, function independently, and successfully handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, stressful environment.
• Excellent communications skills resulting in positive, helpful, effective oral and written communications, including writing reports.
• Skills with word processing software, spreadsheets, and presentation software.

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 

• Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) certification. Candidates that do not have this certification will be required to obtain it within one year of hire.
• Virginia Contracting Master (VCM) certification.
• Virginia Construction Contracting Officer (VCCO) certification.
• Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) and/or Certified Public Purchasing Buyer (CPPB) certification.
• Experience with Virginia public procurement policies, regulations, and procedures, including the VPPA and APSPM.
• Experience using the Department of General Services’ statewide electronic procurement system and program (eVA).
• Experience with Virginia’s legislative process including review and detailed analysis of proposed legislation.
• Experience advising, assisting, and building relationships with client agencies.

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 September 4, 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 also pass a criminal background check and complete a Statement of Economic Interest prior to the first day of employment.

Applicants that indicate they have preferential hiring rights in the form of a yellow form or blue card must submit these to our office prior to the closing of the posting, in accordance with DHRM policy 1.30. Please note that only current and former employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia that will be or have been laid off are eligible for preferential hiring rights. 

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