Georgia Department of Administrative Services
Valerie Wilkinson is a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in employment law, having served as a Legal Analyst at the Georgia Department of Administrative Services since November 2017, where responsibilities include researching employment law issues, drafting HR policies, and consulting with government HR managers. Previous roles encompass positions as a Compensation Analyst, where compensation topics were researched, and as a Copy Editor and Attorney in various capacities, including litigation and insurance law. Earlier experience includes working as an Associate Attorney at prominent firms and serving as a Personnel Analyst at the State Merit System. Valerie Wilkinson holds a Juris Doctor from Emory University School of Law and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Berry College.
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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.