Procurement Manager
Department of Juvenile Justice5113782 Richmond, Virginia, United States Department of Juvenile Justice Procurement Full-Time (Salaried) Closing at: Nov 10 2026 - 23:55 EST Department of Juvenile Justice Title: Procurement Manager (REPOST) State Role Title: Procurement Officer II Hiring Range: $84,184 - $112,493 Pay Band: 5 Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice Location: Central Office Agency Website: www.djj.virginia.gov Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E Previous applicants would need to reapply . Job Duties The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) is seeking an experienced and motivated Procurement Manager to lead procurement operations supporting agency facilities, community programs, and administrative offices throughout the Commonwealth. This position supervises purchasing staff and ensures all procurement activities comply with the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA), state procurement regulations, and agency policies. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, contract administration, and public procurement experience with the ability to manage multiple purchasing initiatives in a fast-paced government environment. Certification as a Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) is required for this position; if not a VCO upon hire, certification must be achieved within 12 months from the hire date. Minimum Qualifications Experience in procurement, purchasing, contract administration, or supply chain operations. Supervisory or team leadership experience. Working knowledge of public procurement laws, regulations, and purchasing procedures. Extensive knowledge, and the use of eVA, VITA, and the Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (SBSD) SWaM requirements. Experience interpreting and training staff on the content of the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA) and Supply’s Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual (APSPM), VITA and eVA mandated requirements and the state administered small purchase charge card program. Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, procurement initiatives. VCO, state employee only as well Additional Considerations Experience and/or training in business administration, public administration, finance, supply chain management, or related field. Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) certification. Certified Public Procurement Buyer (CPPB), Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), or a Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) is optional. Experience in government or institutional purchasing environments. 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. Lay off Policy 1.3: If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment. DJJ Welcomes Veterans: DJJ is committed to hiring and retaining veterans. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application. Please include your name and the position number in which you are applying along with the DD-214. Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration. Status Updates/Confirmation: Once you submit your online application, you will instantly receive an application confirmation number. You may use this number to track the status of your application during the recruitment process. Please refer to your account for the status of your application. Updates will not be provided vi…