Executive Director, Motor Vehicle Dealer Board- Pos. # 00506

Title: Executive Director Motor Vehicle Dealer Board- Pos. # 00506

State Role Title:Chief Executives

Hiring Range: $125000- $165000

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Motor Vehicle Dealer Board

Location:Motor Vehicle Dealer Board

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Executive Director of the Virginia Motor Vehicle Dealer Board (MVDB) plays a pivotal leadership role in ensuring the effective regulation of motor vehicle dealers across the Commonwealth. This position is responsible for delivering strategic direction operational oversight and administrative leadership to uphold the agencys mission: to protect the interests of consumers and to regulate the motor vehicle sales industry in a fair consistent and professional manner.

Key Responsibilities:
Provide executive-level leadership and management to all agency operations including licensing regulatory compliance enforcement education and consumer protection.

Serve as the primary liaison between the Board and agency staff ensuring the Board is well-informed and empowered to make sound policy decisions.

Develop implement and monitor policies procedures and strategic plans that align with the Boards goals and statutory mandates.

Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state laws regulations and administrative procedures.

Oversee the development and administration of the agencys annual budget and ensure fiscal responsibility.

Represent the Board and agency in legislative matters public forums industry meetings and interagency collaborations.

Lead mentor and manage staff fostering a culture of professionalism accountability and public service.

Monitor industry trends challenges and innovations to inform regulatory approaches and best practices.

Oversee the development and delivery of educational programs for motor vehicle dealers and salespersons.

Handle complex and sensitive issues involving licensees consumers or board members with discretion and integrity.

Minimum Qualifications

Visionary Leadership: Ability to anticipate and adapt to changes in the automotive industry and regulatory environment.
Strong Communication Skills: Able to clearly articulate the Boards mission and goals to stakeholders including government officials industry representatives and the public.
Ethical and Transparent: Maintain the highest levels of integrity and transparency in operations and dealings with stakeholders.
Collaboration & Influence: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse groups including Board members government agencies and the motor vehicle community.

Progressively responsible experience in public administration regulatory compliance or the motor vehicle industry.
Proven experience working with or leading a Board of Directors or similar governing body.
Experience in financial management including budget preparation and fund oversight.
Strong understanding of public sector operations particularly in regulatory and compliance environments.
Familiarity with motor vehicle dealer licensing and sales operations consumer protection and transportation law.
Demonstrated leadership in managing teams and complex projects.
Experience working in a regulatory role or government agency is preferred.

Additional Considerations

N/A

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum 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 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 for assistance.
Minorities individuals with disabilities Veterans and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TT.

Contact Information

Name: DMV Employment

Phone:

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths 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 .

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.