Title: Fiscal Technician - WF010 (Wage)
State Role Title: Administrative and Office Specialist III
Hiring Range: $20.00-$22.00 per hour
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Department of Forensic Science
Location: Dept of Forensic Science
Agency Website: www.dfs.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Are you looking to get into the field of Finance? Then this may be the opportunity for you! The Department of Forensic Science (DFS) is seeking a self-motivated individual to support the Finance Team with a variety of Finance functions while offering a flexible work schedule. DFS offers a great working culture, a place where your success is supported, and a learning environment that allows an individual to thrive in their careers. This position is an excellent opportunity for an individual to gain hands on experience.
The primary duties of this position include assisting with all aspects of processing vendor invoices and reimbursing employees for travel expenses in compliance with DFS and state policies. Other duties include assisting with recording information in transaction logs in a timely and accurate manner, managing the Finance email account, processing mail, providing copies of requested documents, preparing and keying deposits, and assisting other Finance team members.
The successful individual will be able to correctly interpret and apply policies and procedures; prioritize and complete their work accurately, timely, and with minimal supervision; communicate effectively both orally and in writing with internal and external customers; and provide excellent customer service.
This is a wage 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 wage employment period resets on May 1 of the following year. All wage employees are limited to working no more than 29 hours per week on average over the 12-month period. This wage position offers no state benefits.
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience performing accurate data entry and maintaining paper and electronic records
- Experience with spreadsheet, word processing, and email software programs
Additional Considerations
- Knowledge of or experience working in accounts payable and/or accounts receivable
- Experience using Cardinal Financials, the Commonwealth’s Accounting System and/or experience with automated accounting systems
- Experience working with a shared / group email account
- Experience working with state accounting policies and procedures, particularly the Commonwealth Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAPP) Manual and state travel policies
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
The Department of Forensic Science is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is V3 Virginia Values Veterans certified. The Department strictly prohibits 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. Veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Applications for this position must be submitted electronically, through this website, no later than the position’s closing date stated in the announcement. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and resumes will not be accepted. Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application and/or resume and required transcripts (if applicable).
Applicants needing accommodations during the application and/or interview process may contact the Human Resource office at 804-786-0150 or dfshumanresource@dfs.virginia.gov for additional information. Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
DFS does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.
Background Investigation: Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a background investigation to include a fingerprint-based criminal history check. Selected candidate(s) must provide a DNA sample via a buccal swab (saliva sample) and successfully pass a drug test.
Reference checks will be conducted to include contact with current and previous supervisors.
Employment Eligibility Verification: DFS will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Economic Interest Statement: The selected candidate is required to file a Statement of Economic Interests form pursuant to the Code of Virginia § 2.2-3114, as a condition of employment. Additionally, the statement is to be filed annually by February 1. The selected candidate is required to complete the Statement of Economic Interest training within 60 days of employment and every two years thereafter.
Contact Information
Name: Tracey Kazelskis
Phone: 804-588-4000
Email: Tracey.Kazelskis@dfs.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.