Executive Director

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Richmond, VA

1d • $218,040 - $225,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission (VWC) is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking Executive Director to provide executive leadership and oversee the agency’s administrative operations. Reporting to the three-member Commission, the role guides a diverse leadership team, oversees critical organizational functions, strengthens operational effectiveness, and fosters a culture of trust, accountability, and collaboration.

The Executive Director provides strategic direction and hands-on executive management across the Commission’s administrative operations. The position oversees finance, human resources, information technology, claims-related services, compliance, and other agency programs; directs and develops department heads and the leadership team; and manages financial planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and fiscal stewardship. The role translates Commission priorities into actionable plans and measurable objectives, advises the Commissioners, builds relationships with internal and external stakeholders, leads organizational improvements, and oversees implementation of Commission policies and decisions.

The position is based at the Richmond, Virginia headquarters and is eligible for telework under agency policies. The agency currently uses a hybrid telework model, not 100% telework. The role requires the ability to be physically present at headquarters, including on short notice when operational needs arise. Telework arrangements are subject to agency needs, approval, and supervisory discretion; training and orientation are conducted at headquarters or as required.

Requirements

• Extensive executive-level leadership, management, and supervisory experience within a complex organization.
• Substantial knowledge of and experience with administrative operations, including organizational finance, budgeting, human resources, information technology, and performance management.
• Demonstrated experience providing financial oversight, participating in organizational budgeting and financial decision-making, and managing resources.
• Proven ability to lead managers and teams, establish performance expectations, delegate responsibilities, and achieve organizational results.
• Experience developing and implementing organizational strategies, policies, processes, or operational improvements.
• Ability to analyze complex issues, exercise independent judgment, communicate effectively, and build productive relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex policies, rules, regulations, and other governing requirements relevant to organizational operations.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, or a related field; an advanced degree is particularly desirable.
• Ten or more years of experience with a single large or complex organization, demonstrating sustained leadership and organizational knowledge.
• Executive leadership experience within a government agency, public-sector organization, or other entity operating within a complex regulatory environment.
• Experience reporting to a governing board, commission, or multiple executive-level decision-makers.
• Experience with workers’ compensation, public benefit programs, or similarly complex service-delivery organizations.
• Knowledge of public-sector procurement, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requirements, government operations, or public-sector financial practices.
• Experience leading organizational change, evaluating organizational structures, and improving administrative systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Direct, coach, and support department heads and the agency leadership team, setting expectations, encouraging collaboration, and fostering accountability, trust, and professional growth.
• Provide executive oversight of administrative functions, including finance, human resources, information technology, claims-related services, compliance, and other agency programs.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and fiscal management to support organizational priorities and responsible use of public resources.
• Translate organizational goals and Commission priorities into actionable plans, measurable objectives, and sustainable operational improvements.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the three Commissioners, providing recommendations, analysis, and timely information for decision-making.
• Build productive relationships among Commissioners, executive leadership, department heads, employees, and external stakeholders while balancing competing priorities.
• Evaluate organizational structures, processes, and performance to identify opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and improved service delivery.
• Oversee implementation of Commission policies and decisions, monitor progress, and ensure follow-through across administrative divisions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed