DMV Legislative Services Director, Position No. 02091

Title: DMV Legislative Services Director Position No. 02091

State Role Title:Policy And Planning Manager II

Hiring Range: $117000 - $134550

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles

Location:LEGISLATIVE SERVICES

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is hiring for a Legislative Services Directorresponsible for planning developing and managing the agencys legislative program! The position plays a critical leadership role within the Department of Motor Vehicles overseeing the development coordination and execution of legislative strategies that support the agencys policy goals and ensure alignment with state legislative priorities. This position serves as the primary liaison between the agency and the state legislature collaborating closely with policymakers government officials and other stakeholders to advocate for legislative initiatives monitor proposed bills and advise senior leadership on legislative matters. The position also oversees the creation amendment and repeal of agency regulations rulemakings and guidance documents to ensure compliance with the Virginia Administrative Process Act and related executive orders.

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 addition DMV serves many businesses including dealers fuel 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 dont just talk about our core values. We live them!

Minimum Qualifications

Considerable knowledge of the legislative process at the state and federal levels operations and processes of legislative committees and state and federal laws and regulations.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to research and evaluate complex problems and data to assess the impact of legislative proposals identify policy issues formulate alternative solutions and sound recommendations.
Demonstrated ability to identify issues at the national level impacting agency operations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to draft clear concise and compelling communications policy briefs reports and legislation.
Proven ability to lead and manage a team while working collaboratively across an organization.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders including agency managers state officials legislative policy boards and special interest groups.
Proficient skill in the use of MS Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint) and other systems related to the Legislative Services Director role.

Additional Considerations

Experience managing a departmental budget.
Leadership experience including team development and performance management.

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.

Pursuant to Sections 2.2-3114 and 2.2-3115 of the Code of Virginia this position has been designated as requiring you to disclose your financial interests. Financial interests shall be disclosed as a condition of employment and thereafter as required. The mechanism you will use to disclose these interests is called Statement of Economic Interests (SOEI).

Selected candidate(s) must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DMV participates in E-Verify.

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

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 and years of experience 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.

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.