Title: DMV Sr. Procurement Specialist- Position #00305

State Role Title: Procurement Specialist II

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience up to -$96,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles

Location:PURCHASING

Agency Website:DMVNOW.COM

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is a multi-faceted and progressive state organization seeking a highly motivated, energetic Procurement Officer II with a passion for excellence to join the Contracts and Procurement Division. This position is responsible for the procurement of information technology (IT) and Non-IT goods and services, executing enterprise sourcing strategies, and procuring complex, high dollar goods and services for the department in accordance with Virginia Public Procurement Act, Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual and the VITA Buy IT Manual.

DMV, headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, DMV serves approximately 6.2 million licensed drivers and ID card holders with over 8.4 million registered vehicles. In addition, DMV serves a wide array of 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 do not just talk about our core values, we live them!

Minimum Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge and experience with advanced level procurement principles, practices and methods of procurement for a wide variety of goods and services.
• Thorough working knowledge of procurement and fiscal policies and procedures.
• Considerable knowledge of public procurement laws and regulations contained in the Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual (APSPM), the VITA Buy IT Manual and the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA).
• Ability to interpret and apply a diverse array of contractual terms, conditions and contract language (IT and Non-IT related).
• Substantial knowledge of the components of a contract, an ability to develop comprehensive contract documents.
• Experience conducting effective competitive and non-competitive negotiation.
• Possess excellent business writing skills and oral communication skills.
• Experience preparing and conducting oral presentations and communications.
• Ability to work effectively independently and/or as a team leader while leading procurement efforts.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to think creatively, prioritize tasks, take initiative, be detail-oriented and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Strong knowledge and experience in word processing, presentation and spreadsheet programs, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). • Strong working knowledge of business English, mathematics, and office equipment.
• Bachelor's degree from a college or university with course work in business administration or related curriculum or an equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Considerations

• Experience with complex requirements and technology-related procurements, business writing and fiscal procedures.
• Experience and knowledge of automated procurement systems, e-procurement (eVA Preferred) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (Oracle preferred).
• Professional certification as a Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) and/or a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) preferred. Certification as a Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) or Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) 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.

Submission of an online application is required. DMV does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc. in 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 on the basis of 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 804-367-9728 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: 804 367-0528

Email: employment@dmv.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.