DMV Data Quality Specialist Lead, Position No. 00318

Title: DMV Data Quality Specialist Lead, Position No. 00318

State Role Title: Admin and Office Spec III

Hiring Range: $47,070.00 - $54,130.50

Pay Band: 3

• Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles

Location: Highway Safety/TREDS

Agency Website: www.dmv.virginia.gov

• Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is looking to hire a Data Quality Specialist Lead in our Highway Safety Office!

The Data Quality Specialist Lead ensures the accurate maintenance and reporting of crash data within the Traffic Records Electronic Data System (TREDS). Reporting to the Data Quality Manager, the Specialist Lead drives data integrity, compliance with state and federal standards, and collaboration with stakeholders to advance traffic safety initiatives. The responsibilities for this position include overseeing TREDS functionality, providing actionable data insights, and supporting statewide initiatives to improve traffic data systems and usability. Additionally, the role includes preparing reports, maintaining essential documentation. The incumbent in this position will serve as the backup to the Data Quality Manager.

Key responsibilities include:

- Processing crash reports to the TREDS system with accuracy and speed
- Coordinating updates to crash reports in collaboration with stakeholders and ensure changes meet federal and state requirements
- Maintaining crash data spreadsheets and QC reports ensuring timely updates and accuracy across all documentation
- Preparing and submitting data reports to the Data Quality Manager to identify emerging crash trends and ensuring the provision of accurate, actionable insights for data-driven decisions
-Maintaining crash data spreadsheets and QC reports ensuring timely updates and accuracy across all documentation
- Providing operational support to the Virginia Highway Safety Office and assist with special projects or training needs as assigned by management.

DMV, headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, serves approximately 6.2 million licensed drivers and ID card 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!

Minimum Qualifications

• Comprehensive understanding of traffic safety laws, regulations, and initiatives at state and federal levels, including those established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
• Strong communication skills for identifying trends, proposing evidence-based interventions, and engaging stakeholders effectively.
• Knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Code as it applies to crash reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and data visualization tools for accurate reporting and operational improvements.
• Ability to express ideas in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure during peak workload periods.
• Strong problem-solving and adaptability skills to address operational challenges and respond to evolving priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Treat people with respect under all circumstances; to manage difficult customer situations and to respond promptly to the needs of the customer.
• Capacity to handle sensitive information with discretion and apply laws, policies, and guidelines effectively to ensure data quality success.
• Knowledge of state and federal highway safety laws and regulations.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a dynamic environment.

Additional Considerations

• • Advanced problem-solving abilities for operational challenges.
• Familiarity with NHTSA reporting requirements, performance metrics, and safety initiatives to ensure compliance and alignment with national highway safety goals.
• Strong problem-solving skills for resolving data and program-related challenges.

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.

Selected candidate(s) must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DMV participates in E-Verify.

All applicants for employment must consent to a background check. Selected candidates must consent to a fingerprint-based criminal history check, driver record check, and background investigation, if applicable.

As a condition of employment, DMV will be alerted of any moving violation convictions, including suspension of license.

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 and years of experience to assess your skills in the screening process properly. Candidates are evaluated based on information provided in the application materials. Missing information cannot be assumed.

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.