Title: Technology Sourcing Liaison - 00094

State Role Title: Procurement Officer II

Hiring Range: $80,000 - $95,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of General Services (DGS)

Location: Washington Building

Agency Website: https://dgs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E

Job Duties

The Department of General Services (DGS) is seeking a skilled Technology Sourcing Liaison to serve as the primary point of contact between DGS Division of Purchases and Supply (DPS) and VITA for enterprise goods and services sourcing events that involve technology components not classified as “technology” by definition. This includes items such as vehicles with embedded smart technology, services utilizing digital platforms (e.g., armored car services with GPS tracking), and other procurements where technology is a functional component but not the core deliverable. This role ensures that technology-related considerations are appropriately addressed in enterprise procurement planning, sourcing events, vendor engagement, and ensures compliance with Commonwealth IT standards and policies.


Key Responsibilities include:

• Act as the agency’s liaison with VITA for enterprise sourcing events involving technology-adjacent goods and services.
  
• Collaborate with DPS, legal, and business units to identify technology components in non-technology procurements.
  
• Coordinate with VITA to ensure compliance with Commonwealth IT policies, standards, and security requirements.
  
• Review and interpret technical specifications, vendor proposals, and contracts for technology-related elements.
  
• Facilitate risk assessments and security reviews for services involving data transmission, smart devices, or digital platforms.
  
• Support the development of solicitation documents (RFPs, IFBs) to ensure clarity and completeness of technology-related requirements.
  
• Track and report on enterprise sourcing events involving technology components to ensure alignment with agency and VITA objectives.
  
• Provide guidance and training to agency staff on identifying and managing technology-adjacent procurements.

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. DGS is a qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

This position will be located in Richmond, Virginia and must report on-site. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule (telework up to 2 days/week) upon completion of an approved telework agreement.

This position is open to current State Employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong understanding of IT concepts, especially as they relate to embedded systems, smart technologies, and digital services.
  
• Familiarity with Commonwealth of Virginia procurement processes and VITA policies.
  
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and translate it for non-technical stakeholders.
  
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  
• Experience with contract review and vendor management.
  
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and data privacy considerations.
• Current VA State Employee.

Additional Considerations

• Experience working with VITA or in a state government technology or procurement role, is preferred.
  
• Certifications such as PMP, ITIL, or Virginia Contracting Associate (VCA) are 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.

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. 

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 five (5) business days. 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 [fingerprint-based] criminal background check.

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. 

Contact Information

Name: DGS Human Resources

Phone: 8047863910

Email: jobs@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.