Deputy Commissioner DRS - #ARS00171

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Henrico, Virginia, VA

16h•$180,000

About The Position

The Deputy Commissioner of the Division of Rehabilitative Services (DRS) provides statewide executive direction and oversight of Virginia’s public vocational rehabilitation program. The position leads a diverse network of programs and services and manages an annual operating budget of approximately $110 million. The Deputy Commissioner implements the vision established by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), ensuring the delivery of high-quality services that support competitive integrated employment and greater independence for individuals with disabilities. The role provides executive leadership and oversight for Virginia’s statewide Vocational Rehabilitation Program, Wilson Workforce and Rehabilitation Center (WWRC), statewide field operations, Business and Workforce Development, Pre-Employment Transition Services, Transition and Education Services, Rehabilitation Technology Services and the Virginia Assistive Technology System. It also oversees employment services and supports for people with a range of disabilities and other populations, as well as staff training and professional development. The Deputy Commissioner plans, directs, manages, monitors, and evaluates statewide programs to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, responsible use of public resources, and timely, high-quality services. The role develops strategic partnerships with employers, education systems, workforce partners, community rehabilitation providers, advocacy organizations, and state and federal agencies. It also has executive responsibility for the leadership and 24/7 oversight of WWRC’s residential vocational training program in Fishersville, supervises the WWRC Director, and is ultimately accountable for Center operations, services, and organizational performance. Telework is limited according to agency business needs. Other duties and special projects may be assigned.

Requirements

Extensive experience in rehabilitation counseling, public administration, business administration, education, social work, human services, or a related field.
Extensive experience developing organizational policy, strategic plans, and performance-improvement initiatives to achieve agency goals.
Executive leadership experience managing large, complex organizations and leading strategic initiatives, organizational transformation, and high-performing teams.
Executive leadership experience overseeing large budgets, senior leaders, and geographically dispersed teams in a complex service-delivery organization.
Demonstrated experience leading organizational change, supervising senior managers, and building strategic partnerships to advance vocational rehabilitation and human services priorities.
Experience administering federally funded programs and grants, including fiscal oversight and regulatory compliance.
Experience with disability policy and employment services, including developing initiatives to improve employment, independence, and quality-of-life outcomes for individuals with disabilities.
Extensive leadership experience in public administration, healthcare, rehabilitation, or human services management.
Extensive working knowledge of vocational rehabilitation principles, workforce development systems, disability employment policy, and human services administration.
Working knowledge of WIOA, the Rehabilitation Act, and related federal and state regulations governing vocational rehabilitation programs.
Considerable working knowledge of social, medical, psychological, and labor-market issues affecting people with disabilities; career counseling and exploration methods and tools; ADA compliance requirements; and WIOA policies and regulations.
Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to build collaborative partnerships with government agencies, employers, educational institutions, community organizations, and advocacy groups.
Ability to establish a culture of accountability, innovation, inclusion, and customer-focused service delivery.
Ability to interpret and apply integrated policies and procedures; establish employment opportunities through community and employer contacts; manage multiple and sometimes unrelated responsibilities in a timely manner; prioritize duties; and exercise responsible judgment with minimal supervision.
Finalist must complete a fingerprint-based criminal history check.
Selected candidate must complete a Statement of Personal Economic Interests as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) credential or another relevant professional certification.
Extensive experience in vocational rehabilitation administration and program development and management, including directing statewide vocational rehabilitation or workforce development programs.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic vision and executive leadership for statewide vocational rehabilitation services.
Manage an annual budget of approximately $110 million and ensure sound fiscal stewardship and accountability.
Lead a large, geographically dispersed workforce and multiple program areas.
Plan, direct, manage, monitor, and evaluate statewide vocational rehabilitation programs.
Ensure compliance with WIOA, the Rehabilitation Act, federal regulations, and applicable state policies.
Develop and implement strategic initiatives to improve service quality, operational effectiveness, and employment outcomes.
Build collaboration with workforce development boards, educational institutions, employers, community partners, and consumer advocacy organizations.
Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and evidence-based practices throughout the Division.
Use performance data and outcome measures to guide decisions and improve program effectiveness.
Represent the Division before state leadership, federal partners, stakeholder organizations, and the public.
Oversee the statewide Vocational Rehabilitation Program, WWRC, field services, Business and Workforce Development, transition and education services, rehabilitation technology services, employment services, and staff training and development.
Provide leadership and 24/7 oversight of WWRC’s residential vocational training program; supervise the WWRC Director and maintain accountability for Center operations, services, and organizational performance.
Complete other duties and projects as assigned or directed by the supervisor.