Title: DMV Policy Analyst Senior, Position No. 00819
State Role Title: Policy & Planning Specialist II
Hiring Range: $70,000 - $104,000
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles
Location: LEGISLATIVE SERVICES
Agency Website: www.dmv.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is looking to hire a Senior Policy Analyst in Legislative Services. This position supports DMV leadership and staff by translating internal agency policy concepts into draft legislation, regulations, and guidance documents; providing technical and practical analysis of legislation and regulations proposed by external stakeholders, including citizens, legislators, industry trade groups, and other state agencies; preparing responses to policy inquiries from external stakeholders; tracking federal and state legislation and regulatory changes, evaluating their impact on DMV, and writing clear, concise, and complete assessments for DMV leadership, the Secretary of Transportation, and the Governor; monitoring the General Assembly's committee and subcommittee meetings and floor sessions; representing DMV at legislative hearings and other government body meetings; leading and documenting the deliberations and decisions of DMV policy work groups; outlining and drafting DMV study reports; and researching, analyzing, and providing guidance about the interpretation and implementation of statutes, regulations, and guidance documents using the canons of construction.
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 vehicles. In 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 don’t just talk about our core values. We live them!
Minimum Qualifications
To be considered for this position, the application/resume must establish that the candidate has:
- Working knowledge of the structure and operation of legislatures and their committees;
- Experience researching federal and state statutes, regulations, legislative documents, and case law;
- Understanding of how courts interpret statutes and regulations by applying judicial precedents and the canons of construction;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the use of standard English spelling, punctuation, and grammar;
- Proficiency in evaluating policy positions, legislation, regulations, and guidance documents, then writing thorough, succinct, and coherent analyses;
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously, organizing work and synthesizing input from a diverse group of people and special interests, including collecting, compiling, and accurately analyzing data;
- Demonstrated ability to distill complex and nuanced problems and policies into concise but accurate summaries tailored to the intended audience, which may include the public or senior government officials.
These requirements may be fulfilled by either education or work experience.
To be considered for this position, the submission of a cover letter is required with your application.
Applicants selected for an interview will be required to submit a writing sample discussing or analyzing an issue of public policy. Details about the writing sample will be provided with the invitation to interview.
Additional Considerations
Additional consideration will be given to those who have experience:
- Drafting legislation, regulations, and guidance documents, and evaluating and advising which vehicle is most appropriate to implement the policy at issue;
- Using the General Assembly's Legislative Information System and Lobbyist-in-a-Box service to identify and monitor Virginia legislation;
- Leading and documenting deliberations and decisions of policy work groups comprising agency and external stakeholders;
- Monitoring pending federal legislation and regulatory actions to identify and track proposals that impact Virginia law, procedures, or operations;
- Drafting and submitting regulatory changes and guidance documents in accordance with the Virginia Administrative Process Act and the requirements of the Department of Planning and Budget, Office of Regulatory Management, and Virginia Registrar of Regulations;
- Drafting and submitting public comments on federal regulatory proposals published in the Federal Register.
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.
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 background check. Selected candidates must consent to a fingerprint-based criminal history check, driver record check, and background investigation, if applicable.
As a condition of employment, the DMV will be alerted of any convictions for moving violations, including license suspension.
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 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: (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.
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