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Assistant Commissioner jobs are open across government agencies, public safety, education, and regulatory bodies, from mid-level management to senior executive roles, with specializations in policy, operations, and compliance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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- 5114815
- Richmond, Virginia, United States
- Department of Motor Vehicles
- Administrative Services
- Full-Time (Salaried)
- Closing at: Nov 17 2026 - 23:55 EST
- Department of Motor Vehicles
Title: Assistant Commissioner of Driver & Vehicle Services
State Role Title: Gen Admin Manager III
Hiring Range: $140,000-$161,000
Pay Band: 7
Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles
Location: DRVR, VEHICLE & DATA MGT SRVCS
Agency Website: www.dmv.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A
You already know why this work matters. Now lead it.
Every day, DMV issues the credentials and records that Virginians rely on to drive, own vehicles, and prove who they are. Driver Services, Vehicle Services, and Driver Training are the business owners behind that work, setting the policies, procedures, and controls that keep it accurate, secure, and compliant.
That responsibility is growing. Customers expect seamless service whether they visit a Customer Service Center or go online. Modernization initiatives are reshaping how we work. State and federal requirements continue to evolve, and every change has to reach the customer without disruption. Meeting that moment takes a leader who understands DMV from the inside and can turn data, policy, and partnerships into better outcomes.
If you have grown your career here and are ready to step into executive leadership, this is your opportunity. As Assistant Commissioner, you will lead three administrations, report directly to the Chief Operations Officer, and help shape the direction of the agency. You bring the institutional knowledge. This role gives you the platform to use it at the highest level.
What You’ll Do
You will provide executive direction for Driver Services, Vehicle Services, and Driver Training, ensuring every program aligns with the agency mission and complies with state and federal law. You will direct the budget for these programs, resolve complex operational issues, and serve as the business owner for driver and vehicle requirements in agency-wide modernization efforts.
You will partner with Customer Service Management to improve service across in-person and online channels, using workload data to anticipate demand, address backlogs, and recommend staffing and process changes. When policy, procedure, technology, or statute changes, you will make sure it lands smoothly through training, communication, and readiness planning.
You will be a visible voice for DMV. In coordination with the Legislative Services team, you will analyze the operational impact of proposed legislation, testify before General Assembly committees, and meet with legislators to present the agency’s position. You will build commitment with federal, state, local, and industry partners and contribute directly to strategic planning and executive decision-making.
You will also lead through your managers, developing talent, setting clear expectations, and building a division where people grow and stay.
Why This Role
This is a chance to move from executing strategy to setting it. You will have a seat in agency-level planning and policy decisions, direct influence on how millions of Virginians experience DMV, and a central role in the agency’s modernization. For internal candidates, it is a natural next step that rewards the knowledge of our programs, people, and partners you have already built. This position is eligible for telework.
Minimum Qualifications
- Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations, and policies governing driver licensing, vehicle titling and registration, insurance verification, and the release of driver and vehicle records.
- Experience leading policy, procedural, or statutory changes in a service environment while minimizing customer impact.
- Experience analyzing proposed legislation and policy to assess operational and customer impact and develop recommendations.
- Experience participating in organizational strategic planning, policy development, and executive decision-making.
Additional Considerations
- Knowledge of DMV programs and goals related to driver and vehicle services.
- Experience participating in national or interjurisdictional motor vehicle programs, such as those of the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA).
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. Pursuant to Sections 2.2-3114 and 2.2-3115 of the Code of Virginia, this position has been designated as requiring you to disclose your financial interests. Financial interests shall be disclosed as a condition of employment and thereafter as required. The mechanism you will use to disclose these interests is called Statement of Economic Interests (SOEI).
Contact Information
Name: DMV Employment
Phone: (804) 367-0528
Email: employment@dmv.virginia.gov
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.
- 5114815
- Richmond, Virginia, United States
- Department of Motor Vehicles
- Administrative Services
- Full-Time (Salaried)
- Closing at: Nov 17 2026 - 23:55 EST
- Department of Motor Vehicles
Title: Assistant Commissioner of Driver & Vehicle Services
State Role Title: Gen Admin Manager III
Hiring Range: $140,000-$161,000
Pay Band: 7
Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles
Location: DRVR, VEHICLE & DATA MGT SRVCS
Agency Website: www.dmv.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A
You already know why this work matters. Now lead it.
Every day, DMV issues the credentials and records that Virginians rely on to drive, own vehicles, and prove who they are. Driver Services, Vehicle Services, and Driver Training are the business owners behind that work, setting the policies, procedures, and controls that keep it accurate, secure, and compliant.
That responsibility is growing. Customers expect seamless service whether they visit a Customer Service Center or go online. Modernization initiatives are reshaping how we work. State and federal requirements continue to evolve, and every change has to reach the customer without disruption. Meeting that moment takes a leader who understands DMV from the inside and can turn data, policy, and partnerships into better outcomes.
If you have grown your career here and are ready to step into executive leadership, this is your opportunity. As Assistant Commissioner, you will lead three administrations, report directly to the Chief Operations Officer, and help shape the direction of the agency. You bring the institutional knowledge. This role gives you the platform to use it at the highest level.
What You’ll Do
You will provide executive direction for Driver Services, Vehicle Services, and Driver Training, ensuring every program aligns with the agency mission and complies with state and federal law. You will direct the budget for these programs, resolve complex operational issues, and serve as the business owner for driver and vehicle requirements in agency-wide modernization efforts.
You will partner with Customer Service Management to improve service across in-person and online channels, using workload data to anticipate demand, address backlogs, and recommend staffing and process changes. When policy, procedure, technology, or statute changes, you will make sure it lands smoothly through training, communication, and readiness planning.
You will be a visible voice for DMV. In coordination with the Legislative Services team, you will analyze the operational impact of proposed legislation, testify before General Assembly committees, and meet with legislators to present the agency’s position. You will build commitment with federal, state, local, and industry partners and contribute directly to strategic planning and executive decision-making.
You will also lead through your managers, developing talent, setting clear expectations, and building a division where people grow and stay.
Why This Role
This is a chance to move from executing strategy to setting it. You will have a seat in agency-level planning and policy decisions, direct influence on how millions of Virginians experience DMV, and a central role in the agency’s modernization. For internal candidates, it is a natural next step that rewards the knowledge of our programs, people, and partners you have already built. This position is eligible for telework.
Minimum Qualifications
- Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations, and policies governing driver licensing, vehicle titling and registration, insurance verification, and the release of driver and vehicle records.
- Experience leading policy, procedural, or statutory changes in a service environment while minimizing customer impact.
- Experience analyzing proposed legislation and policy to assess operational and customer impact and develop recommendations.
- Experience participating in organizational strategic planning, policy development, and executive decision-making.
Additional Considerations
- Knowledge of DMV programs and goals related to driver and vehicle services.
- Experience participating in national or interjurisdictional motor vehicle programs, such as those of the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA).
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. Pursuant to Sections 2.2-3114 and 2.2-3115 of the Code of Virginia, this position has been designated as requiring you to disclose your financial interests. Financial interests shall be disclosed as a condition of employment and thereafter as required. The mechanism you will use to disclose these interests is called Statement of Economic Interests (SOEI).
Contact Information
Name: DMV Employment
Phone: (804) 367-0528
Email: employment@dmv.virginia.gov
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.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant commissioner jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in public administration, policy, law, or a related field
- Seven or more years of progressively responsible leadership in a government or regulated industry setting
- Demonstrated experience managing large teams, departmental budgets, and strategic planning processes
- Deep knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks, compliance standards, and administrative law
- Strong written and oral communication skills for legislative testimony, public reporting, and stakeholder engagement
- Experience coordinating with elected officials, oversight bodies, unions, or interagency partners
Tips for Your Assistant Commissioner Job Search
Tailor your resume to agency context
Assistant commissioner roles in a state health department read very differently from those in a transit authority or licensing board. Reframe your experience around the specific agency's mission, budget scope, and constituent population so reviewers can place you immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant commissioner openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight cross-agency coordination experience
Many assistant commissioner postings weigh interagency collaboration as heavily as technical expertise. Call out specific instances where you led initiatives that required sign-off from multiple departments, oversight bodies, or elected officials to get results.
Prepare for structured panel interviews
Public-sector assistant commissioner interviews often use scored panel formats with behavioral prompts scored against competency rubrics. Practice delivering answers that map directly to defined leadership competencies like budget stewardship, workforce development, and regulatory enforcement.
Filter openings by appointing authority type
Some assistant commissioner roles are civil service positions filled by exam or ranked eligibility list, while others are exempt appointments made directly by a commissioner or governor. Knowing which type you're pursuing determines how you apply and what your timeline looks like.
Negotiate duties before accepting an offer
Assistant commissioner titles vary widely in actual authority. Before accepting, clarify whether you'll have direct budget control, independent hiring authority, and autonomous rulemaking power, or whether those functions stay with the commissioner above you.
Assistant Commissioner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant commissioners?
The most active employers for assistant commissioners right now are DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION, Hays County, and City of Worcester, and the most openings are in New York, Texas, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is highest in agencies overseeing public health, transportation, and education.
How many assistant commissioner jobs are remote?
About 50% of assistant commissioner openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the in-person demands most agency roles carry. Policy, communications, and intergovernmental affairs functions within the assistant commissioner scope tend to offer the most flexibility for remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become an assistant commissioner?
Most assistant commissioners begin with a graduate degree in public administration, law, or a related discipline, then build a decade or more of government leadership experience across operational, policy, or regulatory functions. Rising through deputy director, division chief, or bureau head roles is the most common path. Strong legislative relationships and a record of managing large teams and budgets accelerate the transition into this level.
Can you get hired as an assistant commissioner with little experience?
Direct appointment to an assistant commissioner role with minimal experience is rare, but entry is possible through fellowship programs, legislative staff positions, or policy analyst roles that give rapid exposure to executive-level decision-making. Candidates who build deep subject-matter expertise in a niche area, such as environmental compliance or juvenile justice, sometimes advance faster than generalists because agencies need that specific knowledge at the leadership level.
What does the assistant commissioner interview process look like?
The process typically involves an initial screening with HR or a search firm, followed by one or two structured panel interviews with senior agency officials, department heads, or in some cases political appointees. Candidates are often asked to submit a written leadership philosophy or policy memo beforehand. Final-round interviews may include a meeting with the commissioner directly, and background and reference checks are standard before any offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to assistant commissioner jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant commissioner jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from agencies and organizations across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to each one that fits your experience and career goals.
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