Title: Forfeited Asset Sharing Program Coordinator
State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II
Hiring Range: The starting salary range is $75,000 to $85,00.
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
VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE SERVICES ADVERTISEMENT
ROLE TITLE: PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION SPECIALIST II
Working Title: Forfeited Asset Sharing Program Coordinator
Position #: CJS00182
The Department of Criminal Justice Services is seeking a collaborative and innovative team player to serve as a full-time Forfeited Asset Sharing Program Coordinator in Richmond, Virginia. This position coordinates the FASP program which monitors the seizure of drug-related property and distributes forfeited proceeds to participating state and local law enforcement agencies. The candidate will also conduct 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. Ensure that all transactions are completed accurately and in compliance.
● Track seized assets and dispositions and ensure law enforcement agencies are submitting forms and updates as required.
● Receive and process pending asset reports from localities to audit property seized and their disposition.
● Receive annual certification reports from localities, review and track expenses reported by localities to ensure forfeited funds are properly used.
● Develop and present asset forfeiture training to law enforcement officers, prosecutors, and others throughout the state at least quarterly.
● 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, informative, and timely manner.
● Supervise the processing of VA Tech Victims Fund reimbursements.
● Supervise Forfeited Asset Sharing Program Specialist.
● Maintain Forfeited Asset Sharing Program Manual.
● Manage the FASP database to include development, testing, and providing technical assistance to localities.
Minimum Qualifications
What the ideal candidate should possess:
● 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.
● Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, email, and internet.
● 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.
● Strong, effective oral and written communication skills, to include the ability to develop lesson plans for training, and the ability to present training in-person and virtually.
● Possess a strong work ethic and exceptional customer service skills.
● Demonstrate an ability to interpret the Code of Virginia and regulations.
● Demonstrated attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Additional Considerations
• Knowledge of Virginia Forfeited Asset Sharing Program.
• Demonstrated 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.
• Documented experience with the Cardinal Accounting System or other accounting system.
• Documented experience delivering training or presentations.
• Documented experience with database management.
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. In addition, the selected candidate who begins original employment or re-employment in this position must serve a 12-month probationary period effective from the date of employment. The starting salary range is $75,000 to $85,00 plus the state’s benefits package.
Applications for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System at https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/home. All applications should be submitted by 11:55 pm on November 14, 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) 225-4399 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.