Program Support Tech (Hourly): Central Administration #W0025

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Dept of Corrections – Central Administration seeks an hourly Program Support Tech to aid procurement, finance, and reporting for the Sex Offender Program and Monitoring Unit. You will handle purchase orders, invoices, and data entry in the state eVA system while maintaining records.

Strong MS Office skills, data management ability, and clear written/verbal communication are essential. Role is hourly, with no benefits, and limited to 1500 hours per year.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel for office support tasks.
• Experience inputting data into automated databases beyond MS Office.
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and financial processes, create purchase orders, process invoices.
• Generate reports and maintain records in automated databases.
• Collaborate with the Sex Offender Programs and Monitoring Unit and leadership.

Skills

Prioritization

Time management

Problem-solving

Written communication

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

eVA system

Automated databases

Job description

Title: Program Support Tech (Hourly): Central Administration #W0025

State Role Title:Program Support Technician

Hiring Range: $18.66 - $26.26

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location:Deputy Dir Off-Comm Corr

Agency Website:www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Enhances public safety of the citizens of the Commonwealth of Virginia and Department of Corrections staff and inmates, by meeting re-entry objectives and by providing effective security, programming, custody, and control of adult inmates in a major correctional facility.

This position will provide administrative and programmatic support to the Sex Offender Program and Monitoring Unit in support of the unit and agency mission.

This position manages procurement and financial processes, including creating purchase orders and processing invoices and receipts in the state’s Electronic Virginia (eVA) system. Additionally, duties include generating reports and updating and maintaining records in automated databases. This person will work closely with the Chief of the Sex Offender Programs and Monitoring Unit.

This is an hourly position limited to working no more than 1,500 hours per agency during the 12-month period of May 1 – April 30, regardless of the hire date. The hourly employment period resets on May 1 of the following year. All hourly employees are limited to working no more than 29 hours per week on average over the 12-month period. This hourly position offers no state benefits.

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated skill in the use of Microsoft Office to include Word and Excel to accomplish office support requirements. Demonstrated skill in inputting data into an automated database other than Microsoft Office. Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, work independently, and complete tasks in a timely manner. Candidates should also possess strong problem-solving skills.

Additional Considerations

Demonstrated ability to read and interpret legal documents.

Previous experience in criminal justice or closely related field.

Experience utilizing automated criminal‑justice or records‑management systems.

Applicant must be able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Knowledge/Experience with Electronic Virginia (eVA). If not trained, it is expected that once hired this person will work to immediately complete any required trainings.

Special Instructions

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS / WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

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.