Legal Compliance and Policy Manager

Title: Legal Compliance and Policy Manager

State Role Title: Policy Planning Spec III

Hiring Range: $105,000 - $140,000

Pay Band: 6

Agency: VA Information Tech Agency

Location: VA Information Technologies

Agency Website: https://www.vita.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Information Technologies Agency (VITA) is excited to offer a competitive opportunity to serve as a Legal Compliance and Policy Manager with the Legal & Legislative Services Team.

This Legal Compliance and Policy Manager position is a key part of the agency's Legal & Legislative Services (LLS) Team.

This position must be filled by a lawyer. This position provides senior-level legal and compliance guidance, analysis, coordination, and support within the agency in a variety of subject areas relevant to VITA business units, including regarding HR and employment, contracts and procurement, FOIA and records, privacy and security, and other legal and policy issues.

This position supervises one legal compliance and policy specialist position.

Responsibilities will include: legal research, analysis, and guidance; legislative reporting; review, modification and negotiation of contracts in compliance with state and federal laws and agency policies; coordination with agency business units and external entities to respond to audit reports and information requests; collaborative, confidential professional engagement and communication with internal and external stakeholders; HR support and collaboration; and collegial participation/facilitation of meetings in support of business needs and position responsibilities.

The successful candidate for this position will:

• Be a collaborative team player who values input from others and builds relationships both within VITA and in other agencies that VITA partners with and supports.

• Have strong oral and written communication skills.

• Have the ability to work independently.

• Be adept at using technology.

• Demonstrate cultural competency and respect for diverse backgrounds.

• Engage in continuous professional development to remain current with advising on applicable law, regulations, policy and best practices.

• Have a commitment to shared success, be self-confident, and open to feedback, to both learn from others and continuous growth

At VITA, we are driven by our mission to deliver sustainable and effective results through innovative, efficient, and secure services.

Our vision is to be Virginia's most customer-focused technology partner, dedicated to empowering the Commonwealth by connecting, protecting, and innovating.

Be a part of our transformative journey. Apply now and contribute to shaping the future of technology in Virginia!

Minimum Qualifications

• Membership in good standing in the Virginia State Bar or admission pending.

• Experience in legal compliance or policy analysis, at federal, state, or local government level.

• Experience includes (i) a background in legal and compliance analysis and work in Virginia, (ii) expertise in legal areas relevant to VITA (as identified herein), and/or (iii) a background in technology-related work or policy.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and concisely in writing and spoken word to varying audiences, including executives, policymakers, and other persons of widely varying technical knowledge.

• Ability to provide clear review and analysis of complex contractual, policy, legislative / regulatory, strategic, and operational issues on deadline; identify problems and develop multiple solutions and options in a collaborative, fast-paced environment; and draft reports, policies, responses to audit recommendations, and other documents.

• Ability to monitor, coordinate information, and communicate regarding multiple requirements and objectives.

• Working knowledge of government structure, operations, processes, and policies at the state level, including the Virginia General Assembly, auditing and oversight within state government, and Virginia's executive branch.

• Working knowledge of general laws governing state agencies, such as the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), the Public Records Act, the State and Local Government Conflicts of Interest Act (COIA), the Government Data Collection and Dissemination Practices Act, and the Virginia Public Procurement Act.

• Demonstrated ability to interpret and evaluate contracts, statutes, regulations, policies, audit reports, and other legal documents, and analyze compliance requirements in a wide range of operational and organizational environments.

• Demonstrated ability to identify and comply with applicable laws and policies, including regarding confidentiality and information security.

• Outstanding computer skills (Microsoft Office and/or Google products) and Internet-based research capabilities

Additional Considerations

• Advanced experience in Virginia state government.

• Advanced knowledge or experience in information technology, cybersecurity, and/or privacy laws and policies.

• Advanced knowledge or experience in employment law / human resources.

• Advanced knowledge or experience in ARMICS and oversight and auditing in Virginia state government.

• Experience working with technology and data analysis in a legal or compliance setting.

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.

Special Requirements: Must provide resume and a writing sample. A cover letter is optional.

This position is eligible for one (1) day telework.

Applicants must consent to a fingerprint background check.

The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.
State applications and/or resumes will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the state applicant tracking system. We will not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc. in any other format. Please refer to “Your Application” in your PageUp account to check the status of your application for this position. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided in the application and/or resume.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act.

VITA is a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we encourage you to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni also are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information

Name: VITA HR

Phone: VITAhr@vita.virginia.gov

Email: VITAhr@vita.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.