Executive Director

Title: Executive Director

State Role

Title:

Hiring Range: $218,040–$225,000

Pay Band: UG

Agency: VA Workers' Compensation Comm

Location:RICHMOND HEADQUARTERS

Agency Website:https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Make an Impact Through Leadership, Service, and Organizational Excellence

Are you an accomplished executive leader who thrives on building strong teams, navigating complex organizations, and turning strategic vision into meaningful results?

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, this position offers a unique opportunity to guide a diverse leadership team, oversee critical organizational functions, strengthen operational effectiveness, and foster a culture of trust, accountability, and collaboration.

The ideal candidate brings a combination of strategic leadership, hands‑on administrative expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to build productive relationships across multiple levels of leadership. If you are passionate about organizational excellence, public service, and making a lasting impact, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

As Executive Director, you will provide strategic direction and hands‑on executive management across the Commission's administrative operations. Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead and Develop People:
  Direct, coach, and support department heads and the agency's leadership team, establishing clear expectations, encouraging collaboration, and building a culture of accountability, trust, and professional growth.
• Oversee Agency Operations:
  Provide executive oversight of key administrative functions, including finance, human resources, information technology, claims‑related services, compliance, and other agency programs.
• Guide Financial Stewardship:
  Oversee financial planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and fiscal management to support organizational priorities and responsible use of public resources.
• Drive Strategy and Results:
  Translate organizational goals and Commission priorities into actionable plans, measurable objectives, and sustainable operational improvements.
• Partner with Commission Leadership:
  Serve as a trusted advisor to the three Commissioners, providing thoughtful recommendations, sound analysis, and timely information to support informed decision‑making.
• Navigate Complex Relationships:
  Build productive working relationships among Commissioners, executive leadership, department heads, employees, and external stakeholders while balancing competing priorities.
• Lead Change and Improvement:
  Evaluate organizational structures, processes, and performance to identify opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and improved service delivery.
• Ensure Organizational Accountability:
  Oversee the implementation of Commission policies and decisions, monitor progress, and ensure appropriate follow‑through across administrative divisions.

This is a highly visible executive leadership position with significant responsibility for the Commission's administrative operations.

Work location and flexibility:
This position is based in Richmond, Virginia, and is eligible for telework under applicable agency policies. However, the responsibilities of the role require the ability to be physically present at Commission headquarters, including on short notice when operational needs arise. Telework arrangements are not guaranteed and remain subject to agency needs and approval.

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