Georgia Department of Administrative Services
Gail Stowers is an experienced professional with a background in human resources and policy compliance. Currently serving as a Policy & Compliance Analyst at the Georgia Department of Administrative Services since July 2012, Gail also holds an adjunct position at the University of Georgia - Gwinnett Campus since 1993. Previous roles include Employee Relations Specialist and HR Program Manager at the State Personnel Administration from August 1998 to April 2011, and Psychometrist at Georgia State University from March 1993 to August 1998. Educated at Webster University with dual M.A. degrees in Human Resources and Management, as well as a B.S.W. in Social Work from The University of Georgia, Gail brings a robust academic foundation to a diverse career.
Georgia Department of Administrative Services
The Georgia Department of Administrative Services (DOAS) provides business solutions to Georgia’s state and local government entities. DOAS' product and service offerings encompass a broad spectrum that includes purchasing (procurement), risk management, enterprise human resources, fleet support services, and surplus property transactions. DOAS strives to meet the business needs of its customers while providing the highest level of customer service in a rapidly changing state government. State Purchasing negotiates statewide competitive contracts to reduce cost, offers technical assistance in conducting and assessing competitive bids, and provides efficient purchasing systems, standards, specifications, training on best practices, and compliance reviews. Risk Management directs the State's internal workers' compensation, liability, property, and unemployment insurance programs and also manages the Georgia State Indemnification programs for public officers. Human Resources Administration provides enterprise expertise in personnel policy and practices to help agencies attract, develop and retain a high performing workforce. The Office of Fleet Management provides guidance on vehicle purchases, assignment, usage, maintenance, operation, and disposal. Surplus Property is responsible for the identification and disposition of state and federal surplus property to state agencies and local governments, eligible non-profits, and the public.