Procurement & Support Services Director #00793

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Richmond, VA

1d•$111,935 - $135,380

About The Position

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a Director of Procurement and Support Services for its Office of Administrative and Financial Services. The selected candidate will plan, direct, and manage the agency’s procurement and support services functions, ensuring compliance with applicable state procurement laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Responsibilities include managing complex procurements; advising on procurement methods; overseeing contract development and administration; resolving procurement and contract issues; and serving as the agency’s eVA and Small Purchase Charge Card (SPCC) Program Administrator. The director will oversee the development and execution of solicitations, including RFPs and IFBs, and guide procurement of information technology goods and services in accordance with applicable Virginia Information Technologies Agency (VITA) requirements. The role also manages mail room, fleet operations, records management, surplus property, central stores, and receiving functions. As the agency’s procurement Diversity Champion, the director supports efforts to increase utilization of certified small businesses and meet applicable SWaM requirements and goals. The position supports division and agency initiatives, promotes effective relationships with agency programs and external partners, and provides leadership and development to Procurement and Support Services staff. Once onboarded, the position may be eligible for telework, subject to approval under the Commonwealth’s telework policy.

Requirements

Diploma or GED required.
Considerable knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, policies, and procedures governing public procurement, including domestic and international procurement.
Knowledge of organizational and management practices and procedures.
Considerable knowledge of competitive and non-competitive procurement methods, solicitation development and evaluation, and bidding and negotiation procedures for a wide range of goods and services.
Experience overseeing procurement and support services functions and staff, including strategic planning, budget management, and records retention.
Knowledge of VITA procurement policies, contracts, forms, and ordering requirements applicable to information technology goods and services.
Knowledge of state mail services, agency transportation officer duties, fleet management, records retention, surplus property, and support services functions.
Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and customer service skills when working with internal and external customers.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Skill in MS Office and proficiency with standard business software applications and electronic procurement systems.
Ability to attend to detail; write policies and procedures; supervise, develop, and train staff; interpret and apply complex laws and regulations; make presentations; analyze and evaluate information and make decisions; and work independently.
Final candidate must successfully complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

A combination of related education, training, and experience demonstrating the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Knowledge and experience with Commonwealth of Virginia procurement programs, systems, and requirements, including SWaM and the SPCC program.
Experience with Commonwealth purchasing policies and procedures under Virginia State Procurement Laws and programs.
Experience using eVA and managing its data.
Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) certification.
Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) certification.

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, and manage the agency’s procurement and support services functions in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Manage complex procurements and provide guidance on procurement methods.
Oversee contract development and administration and resolve procurement and contract issues.
Serve as the agency’s eVA and Small Purchase Charge Card (SPCC) Program Administrator.
Oversee the development and execution of solicitations, including RFPs and IFBs, and other procurement methods.
Provide guidance on procuring information technology goods and services in accordance with applicable VITA policies, procedures, contracts, documents, and requirements.
Manage the agency’s mail room, fleet operations, records management, surplus property, central stores, and receiving functions.
Serve as the agency’s procurement Diversity Champion and support increased utilization of certified small businesses and achievement of applicable SWaM requirements and goals.
Participate in and support division and agency initiatives and promote effective working relationships with agency programs and external partners.
Provide leadership and development to Procurement and Support Services staff.