Title: Critical Incident Preparedness and Response Training Coordinator
State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II
Hiring Range: The starting salary range is $45.00 to $50.00 per hour.
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Dept of Criminal Justice Svcs
Location: Richmond,Chester,Hanover-MOB
Agency Website: www.dcjs.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE SERVICES ADVERTISEMENT
ROLE TITLE: Prog Admin Specialist II
Working Title: Critical Incident Preparedness and Response Training Coordinator
Pay Band: 5
Position #: CJSCJ116
The Department of Criminal Justice Services is seeking a collaborative and innovative team player to serve as a part-time (wage) Critical Incident Preparedness and Response Training Coordinator in Richmond, Virginia. This position supports the Critical Incident Preparedness and Response (CIPR) training program with the Division of Public Safety Training and the Virginia Center for School and Campus Safety (PST-VCSCS). 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:
● The chief objective of this position is to provide training coordination and delivery, technical assistance, program development, resources, and policy guidance to state and local government agencies, first responder personnel (including law enforcement, fire services, and EMS), public school divisions, institutions of higher education, school resource officers, school security officers, and professional organizations. To support and assist these entities in implementing and managing critical incident preparedness and response programs.
● The position also supports the procedures, operations, and assignments necessary to prevent, manage, and respond to critical events or emergencies. These may include incidents of violence on school property or at school events, active attacks, acts of terrorism, and other serious threats to the safety of the community, students, staff, or facilities.
Minimum Qualifications
● Demonstrated experience in critical incident preparedness and response, including the use of emergency response plans, the Incident Command System (ICS), and statewide response protocols.
● Demonstrated Extensive experience in law enforcement or public safety, with knowledge of the roles, responsibilities, and organizational structures of law enforcement, Fire/EMS, first responders, and K-12 school divisions.
● Demonstrated experience developing, delivering, and evaluating critical incident preparedness and response training programs.
● Ability to develop and revise policies, procedures, guidance documents, and training materials while interpreting applicable laws, regulations, and state policies.
● Experience establishing and maintaining effective partnerships with local, state, and national public safety stakeholders.
● Demonstrated knowledge of program planning, administration, and state government policies and procedures.
● Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively, exercise sound judgment, manage multiple priorities, and consistently meet deadlines.
● Strong analytical, organizational, and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to implement new initiatives and solve complex problems.
● Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, communicate program objectives, and summarize accomplishments.
● Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and Google Workspace applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, and related business software.
Additional Considerations
● Certification as an Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) adjunct instructor as documented by Texas State University.
● Demonstrated experience delivering citizen-focused and first responder-focused law enforcement and Fire/EMS training programs statewide.
● Experience with Program Management.
● Experience with Program Planning and Evaluation.
● Experience with training coordination.
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. The starting salary range is $45.00 to $50.00 per hour, up to 29 hours per week (1500 hours per wage year).
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 September 4, 2026. 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) 2255-4399 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.