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EIA Program Manager (Central Office/Henrico) #03452
Job no: 5109334
Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Location: Henrico, Virginia
Categories: Data Analysis
Title: EIA Program Manager (Central Office/Henrico) #03452
State Role Title: Policy And Planning Manager II
Hiring Range: $98,325 - $112,000
Pay Band: 6
Agency: Department of Workforce Development and Advancement
Location: DWDA Central Office
Agency Website: https://www.virginiaworks.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Serves as EIA Program Manager of LMI and BLS programs. Provides technical supervision of programs, staff, and administrative functions; oversees production, analysis and dissemination of LMI and BLS information, products, publications, reports, and surveys; and ensures appropriate responses to data requests are provided to various parties, website areas are functional and current, and activities comply with applicable requirements. Contributes to continuous development of products and services; serves as designee to Director; provides input on policy development and implementation; and serves as legislative liaison, reviewing legislative and other changes and makes recommendations to address. Guides the development, execution, and continuous improvement of analytical programs that support statewide workforce, labor market, and economic intelligence priorities. Responsibilities include directing data integration projects, managing stakeholder relationships, coordinating cross agency collaborations, and translating complex economic insights into actionable guidance for policymakers, business leaders, and workforce partners. The role ensures the division delivers timely, accurate, and policy relevant analysis that strengthens Virginia's workforce and economic development strategies.
Minimum Qualifications
Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge in management principles and practices; economy and economic conditions; statistical analysis and economic theory, methodologies, and models; quantitative analysis and quality assurance techniques; and audio-visual presentation and production control techniques, principles, and procedures. Demonstrated strong program management and evaluation, oral and written communication, research, statistical analysis, and computer skills (e.g., statistical software packages and systems, such as Excel, Access, and IMPLAN).
Demonstrated ability to manage statewide programs, professional staff and administrative issues; design and conduct research projects and studies; manage data analysis and reporting; interpret and apply policies; prepare reports; explain complex economic and labor market data; conduct training and make formal presentations; and provide technical assistance.
Additional Considerations
Considerable experience managing BLS or LMI programs & working w/labor market, statistical & economic data in Virginia.
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.
The Department of Workforce Development and Advancement is an Equal Opportunity
Employer/Program, and a Virginia Values Veterans certified employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply and receive preference in the hiring process.
The selected candidate must successfully pass a comprehensive background check including an FBI fingerprint background investigation.
Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and résumés will not be accepted.
Applications are not accepted after the recruitment closing date.
Please carefully review the details of this recruitment including the location of the position and the posted salary before applying. DWDA does not provide relocation assistance, and no salary will be offered outside of the posted salary range / flat rate.
Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application (and/or resume).
You must ensure your application/resume includes the scope of your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as it relates to the position you are applying for. Information not stated will not be assumed.
This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
For the status of your application and this position, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account.
The DWDA does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work in the US.
NOTICE: DWDA will record information from each new employee's Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Virginia Works (Virginia Department of Workforce Development and Advancement) is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Language assistance services are available and free of charge. TTY/Virginia Relay 711
Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.
Employees are not permitted to begin teleworking until they have completed 90 days of employment. Telework eligibility and approval may only be considered after this initial period of on-site work.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Phone: For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account.
Email: For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account.
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.
Advertised: 11 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 25 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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