Executive Director

Title: Executive Director

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Hiring Range: $218,040–$225,000

What You'll Do

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.

What To Know About This Opportunity

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.

VWC Compensation Structure

Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission is an independent agency which allows us to have a more competitive and unique pay structure. This position is a pay grade 9 based on a 14 grade pay structure. Our positions are not classified under DHRM's pay bands.

Telework Structure

• Our agency is currently using a hybrid model for teleworking. Our positions currently are not 100% teleworking.  
• However, we do have a liberal telework policy in place and all candidates would be expected to report to our Headquarters as requested.
• Telework scheduling is at the discretion of the position’s supervisor, the Executive Director, based on the business needs of the department.  
• Upon hire, candidates should expect to have all training and orientation conducted at the Headquarters Office, or as required.