What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forfeited Asset Sharing Program Assistant position at Dept of Criminal Justice Svcs?
Title: Forfeited Asset Sharing Program Assistant
State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II
Hiring Range: The anticipated starting salary range is $30 to $35 per hour.
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Dept of Criminal Justice Svcs
Location: Dept of Criminal Justice Serv.
Agency Website: www.dcjs.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
ROLE TITLE: PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION SPECIALIST II
Working Title: Forfeited Asset Sharing Program Assistant
Position #: CJSCJ072
The Department of Criminal Justice Services is seeking a collaborative and innovative team player to serve as a part-time (wage) Forfeited Asset Sharing Program Assistant in Richmond, Virginia. This position supports the coordinator in monitoring the seizure of drug-related property and helping distribute forfeited proceeds to participating state and local law enforcement agencies. The candidate will also assist in conducting regular asset forfeiture training to law enforcement agencies around the state virtually and in-person and conduct audits of local asset forfeiture accounts through review of annual certification reports. Public service offers the opportunity to do important rewarding work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. If you want to be part of an agency that cares about our constituents, rigorously advocates and promotes opportunities for all Virginians, we’d love to have you join us!
What you will do:
- Provide asset seizure and forfeiture technical assistance to state and local law enforcement agencies participating in the program.
- Disburse forfeited funds on a weekly basis (or as needed) to local law enforcement agencies. Key disbursements into CARDINAL accounting system.
- Track seized assets and dispositions.
- Grant approval to use forfeited property in accordance with Code of Virginia Section §19.2-386.
- Communicate with internal and external clients in a helpful and informative manner.
- Receive annual certification reports from localities, review and track expenses reported by localities to ensure forfeited funds are properly used.
- Receive pending asset reports from localities to audit property seized and their disposition.
- Assist with asset forfeiture training to law enforcement officers, prosecutors, and others throughout the state at least quarterly.
- Process VA Tech Victims Fund reimbursements.
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience with fiscal programs and activities, for example finance, accounting, grant monitoring, or a related field.
- Experience in a regulatory related field with demonstrated experience in explaining policies and programs.
- Considerable experience working with Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, and e-mail software.
- Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to think strategically and cross culturally, and independently implement new initiatives and projects.
- Ability to articulate, both orally and in written form, clear and concise program objectives and goals and summarize achievements of programs in reports and other documents as requested.
- Documented experience working as an active, contributing team member, as well as an independent and self-motivated employee.
- Demonstrated ability to meet critical deadlines, handle multiple assignments, changing priorities, and ensure timeliness and quality of completed assignments.
Additional Considerations
- Knowledge of Virginia Forfeited Asset Sharing Program.
- Demonstrate an ability to interpret the Code of Virginia and regulations.
- Documented experience working in law enforcement, with criminal justice agencies or in court services in a professional capacity.
- Documented experience ensuring compliance with regulations and reporting requirements.
Special Instructions
Interview candidates may be required to demonstrate the skills and abilities necessary for satisfactory performance of work. The candidate selected for the position must successfully complete a criminal background investigation and complete and submit a Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) which will be entered into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization. The individual may also be responsible for submitting an annual Statement of Personal Economic Interest. The anticipated starting salary range is $30 to $35 per hour, up to 29 hours per week (1500 hours per wage year).
To apply, submit a completed State of Virginia Application for employment at https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/home by 11:55 pm on January 27, 2025. The application and supplemental questions must be completed in a comprehensive manner and reference any pertinent knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as any previous experience that relates to the position. Fax, email, or mail applications will not be accepted. Résumés and cover letters may be attached to the online application.
The Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at (804) 786-5491 to notify us of any needs related to completing the job application. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply. The Department also encourages and invites veterans to apply.
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to your account at https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/home for the status of your application and this position.
Contact Information
Name: Nicole Harris
Phone: (804) 786-9469
Email: nicole.harris@dcjs.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.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $30 - $35