Property & Asset Manager

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is seeking a Property and Asset Manager. The Property and Asset Manager provides strategic leadership for DMV's statewide real estate portfolio, fleet operations program, and facilities-related procurement activities. This position ensures efficient, compliant, and cost-effective management of state property assets through oversight of acquisition, leasing, disposition, and optimization strategies. The role requires advanced expertise in real estate management, budget administration, and regulatory compliance, with frequent interaction with DMV executives, government agencies, and external stakeholders.

The position exercises broad discretion in resolving complex programmatic issues and ensuring fiduciary accountability in property transactions that support agency-wide operational needs.

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, serves approximately 6.2 million licensed drivers and  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!

• Advanced knowledge of real estate management principles, including acquisition, leasing, disposition, and property portfolio management in a governmental or organizational setting
• Comprehensive knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations governing real property management and public sector compliance requirements
• Proven experience managing real estate portfolios or directing property management programs, preferably in a governmental, public sector, or large organizational environment
• Experience developing budgets, managing fiscal resources, and making strategic resource allocation decisions to achieve organizational objectives
• Advanced negotiation skills for managing complex leases, contracts, property acquisitions, and stakeholder agreements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate real estate opportunities, resolve complex programmatic issues, and make data-driven decisions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare reports, advise executives, and interact effectively with government officials and diverse stakeholders
• Leadership and management experience supervising professional staff, directing programs, and coordinating cross-functional teams
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion in interpreting and implementing policies, regulations, and laws pertaining to property and asset management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with facility or asset management systems to support data analysis and program administration

• Familiarity with DMV policies and motor carrier regulations, particularly as they pertain to weigh stations and enforcement operations.
• Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) or Virginia Contracting Associate (VCA) certification
• Experience with Enterprise Risk Management standards
• Familiarity with National Fleet Administrators Standards

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) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DMV participates in E-Verify.

All applicants for employment must consent to a driver history and criminal background check. A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required on selected applicant(s).

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 as well as years of experience in order to properly…