Program Administration Specialist - Quality Assurance - Division of Technical Services - CF

Title: Program Administration Specialist
- Quality Assurance
- Division of Technical Services - CF587

State Role

Title:

Prog Admin Specialist I

Hiring Range: $45,000 - $64,000

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of Forensic Science

Location: Dept of Forensic Science

Agency Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

The Virginia Department of Forensic Science (DFS) has recently relocated to a new, state‑of‑the‑art facility in Hanover County. This modern complex houses staff from the Central Laboratory, the Division of Technical Services, the Director’s Office, Administrative Offices, and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.

This position provides administrative and technical support to the Quality Assurance (QA) Section Supervisor and the Director of Technical Services. The Program Administration Specialist performs established routine QA functions and ensures that all QA files and records are accurately maintained, updated, and organized in accordance with agency standards. The position also ensures that safety files and records are properly maintained, updated, and organized as needed.

DFS offers outstanding health benefits at competitive rates, along with paid life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage. Employees also enjoy paid holidays, vacation, and various leave options, access to health and wellness programs, eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, and participation in a state retirement plan with tax‑deferred savings options and employer matching.

• Familiarity with scientific laboratory operations, including QA and safety
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Familiarity with quality management software (QMS)
• Familiarity with ISO 17025 accreditation standards
• Experience with paper and electronic record keeping and filing systems
• Administrative and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to maintain accurate records, evaluate data, prioritize and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Eligible to possess a valid Virginia Driver’s License or have other means of reliable transportation

• Experience in a scientific laboratory
• Experience with Microsoft Share Point
• Experience performing and documenting QA procedures
• Experience using quality management software (QMS)

Selected candidate(s) will be required to successfully complete a background investigation, including a fingerprint‑based criminal history check. Candidate(s) must also provide a DNA sample via buccal swab (saliva) and successfully pass a drug test. Reference checks will be conducted and will include contact with current and previous supervisors.

DFS uses E‑Verify+, a streamlined system that integrates the Form I‑9 process with employment eligibility verification to electronically confirm identity and work authorization.

The Department of Forensic Science (DFS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a V3 Virginia Values Veterans certified organization. We strictly prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from Veterans, Ameri Corps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni.

DFS does not provide sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must maintain such authorization for the duration of their employment without the need for employer sponsorship or a STEM extension.