Program Administration Specialist – Quality Assurance – Division of Technical Services – CF587

Join the Virginia Department of Forensic Science (DFS) as a Program Administration Specialist - Quality Assurance in Hanover, Hanover County. This full-time position supports the Division of Technical Services and is ideal for a detail-oriented professional ready to support forensic science operations through administrative excellence and systematic quality oversight.

Position Summary

As a Program Administration Specialist - Quality Assurance (Pay Band 4, State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist I), you will support the effective operation of departmental programs while ensuring quality assurance standards are met and maintained. The hiring range is $45,000 to $64,000 annually. Based on-site in Hanover, you'll coordinate administrative processes, verify procedural compliance, and contribute to the professional delivery of services. The Division of Technical Services relies on this role to maintain operational integrity through meticulous documentation, process monitoring, and quality verification.

Core Duties

• Develop and maintain administrative records and documentation systems supporting program operations
• Conduct quality assurance reviews and audits of departmental processes and procedures
• Monitor departmental compliance with established policies, regulations, and quality benchmarks
• Prepare and distribute reports analyzing operational performance and process effectiveness
• Collaborate with program staff to identify procedural improvements and implement quality enhancements
• Manage scheduling, coordination, and documentation for departmental meetings and activities
• Provide administrative support that contributes to departmental operational continuity

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing administrative functions
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Experience with quality assurance concepts, process improvement, or related administrative oversight
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as a collaborative team member
• Proficiency with standard office software, databases, and computer systems
• Commitment to accuracy and thoroughness in all work assignments

About DHRM

The Virginia Department of Human Resource Management (DHRM) works with state agencies across Virginia to develop and maintain effective public service. The Department of Forensic Science serves Virginia's criminal justice system through scientific analysis, forensic expertise, and professional integrity — supporting public safety through rigorous scientific standards and professional excellence.

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