Roanoke, Virginia, United States · On-site
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Title: Forensic Laboratory Specialist II - Forensic Biology - Western Laboratory - CF720 State Role Title: Laboratory & Research Specialist I Hiring Range: $35,012 - $45,300 Pay Band: 3 Agency: Department of Forensic Sci…
Skills: Evidence preservation, DNA casework support, Sample preparation, Robotic DNA extraction, DNA quantitation
Marion, Virginia, United States · On-site
$35k–$49k/yr
Title: Food Service Technician l State Role Title: Food Service Technician I Hiring Range: Salary Range: $35,254/yr. to $49,023/yr. Pay Band: 1 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Southwestern VA Mtl Hlth In…
Skills: Food preparation, Sanitation, Cleaning, Meal delivery, Safety procedures
Roanoke, Virginia, United States · On-site
$42k–$57k/yr
Title: Certified Nursing Assistant State Role Title: Direct Service Associate III Hiring Range: $42,199 - $57,255 Pay Band: 3 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Catawba Hospital Agency Website: https://dbhd…
Skills: Patient care, Psychiatric care, Geriatric care, Activities of daily living, Bio-psychosocial assessment
Marion, Virginia, United States · On-site
Title: Food Service Technician - Part-Time/Wage State Role Title: Food Service Technician I Hiring Range: $15.00 per hour Pay Band: 1 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Southwestern VA Mtl Hlth Inst Agency …
Skills: Food service, Sanitation, Cleaning, Food preparation, Equipment maintenance
Richmond, Virginia, United States · On-site
$89k–$91k/yr
Title: Fiscal Grants Coordinator State Role Title: Financial Services Spec II Hiring Range: $88,500 - $90,500 Pay Band: 5 Agency: Virginia Department of Health Location: VDH-Central Office Agency Website: www.vdh.virgini…
Skills: Accounting, Grant management, Federal reporting, Compliance, Financial reporting
Lexington, Virginia, United States · On-site
Title: Director of Public Information State Role Title: Hiring Range: $90,000 Pay Band: UG Agency: Virginia Military Institute Location: VMI HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE Agency Website: www.vmi.edu Recruitment Type: General Pu…
Skills: Public relations, Media relations, Crisis communications, Strategic communications, Institutional messaging
Goochland, Virginia, United States · On-site
$49k–$76k/yr
Title: Hearing Officer: State Farm Correctional Center #00158 State Role Title: Hearing Legal Servcs Offcr I Hiring Range: $49,391.00 - $76,332.00 Pay Band: 4 Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin Location: State Farm Cor…
Skills: Disciplinary hearings, Policy compliance, Evidence evaluation, Data synthesis, Conflict resolution
Chesapeake, Virginia, United States · On-site
$44k–$49k/yr
Title: Security Officer State Role Title: S69113 Hiring Range: $44,440 - $48,600 Pay Band: 3 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Southeastern VA Training Ctr Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facili…
Skills: Security procedures, Law enforcement, Customer service, Access control, Emergency response
Bland, Virginia, United States · On-site
$51k–$80k/yr
Title: Plumber/Steamfitter Supervisor: Bland Correctional Center #00036 State Role Title: Trades Technician IV Hiring Range: $51,343.00 - $80,093.00 Pay Band: 4 Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin Location: Bland Correc…
Skills: Plumbing, Steamfitting, Preventative maintenance, Building codes, Inventory management
Richmond, Virginia, United States · Hybrid
$59k–$72k/yr
Title: HR Transactions Specialist State Role Title: Human Resource Analyst I Hiring Range: $59,000 - $72,450 Pay Band: 4 Agency: Dept Conservation & Recreation Location: Dept Conservation & Recreation Agency Website: htt…
Skills: Payroll processing, Personnel file maintenance, Data entry, Benefits administration, Time and leave maintenance
Richmond, Virginia, United States · Hybrid
$68k–$73k/yr
Title: End User Support Specialist State Role Title: Info Technology Specialist I Hiring Range: $68,202 - $73,202 Pay Band: 4 Agency: Dept of Med Assistance Svcs Location: Dept of Medical Asst Services Agency Website: ww…
Skills: Active Directory, Desktop Support, Windows Operating Systems, Technical Documentation, Microsoft 365
Lexington, Virginia, United States · On-site
$85k–$90k/yr
Title: Head Lacrosse Coach State Role Title: Hiring Range: $85,000 - $90,000 Pay Band: UG Agency: Virginia Military Institute Location: VMI HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE Agency Website: www.vmi.edu Recruitment Type: General Pub…
Skills: Lacrosse coaching, NCAA compliance, Recruitment, Leadership, Strategic planning
Chesterfield, Virginia, United States · On-site
$64k–$78k/yr
Title: Therapist (BS118/BS050) State Role Title: Counselor II Hiring Range: $64,128 - $77,575 Pay Band: 4 Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice Location: Bon Air JCC Agency Website: https://www.djj.virginia.gov/ Recruit…
Skills: Psychotherapy, Adolescent counseling, Substance abuse treatment, Sex offender treatment, Risk assessment
Nottoway, Virginia, United States · On-site
***OFFERING UP TO $25,000- $15,000 FIRST YEAR- $10,000- 2nd year with additional 1 year tenure agreement*** Title: Physician II/Psychiatrist-Piedmont Geriatric Hospital State Role Title: Physician II Hiring Range: Pay Ba…
Skills: Psychiatric care, Multidisciplinary treatment team leadership, Psychiatric assessment, Neurological assessment, Physical assessment
Marion, Virginia, United States · On-site
$43k–$59k/yr
Title: UNIT SECRETARY - AOS III- State Role Title: Admin and Office Spec III Hiring Range: Salary Range: $43,023/yr. to $59,373/yr. Pay Band: 3 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Southwestern VA Mtl Hlth In…
Skills: Office management, Clerical support, Administrative support, Clinical operations support, Record keeping
Wise, Virginia, United States · On-site
$113k–$182k/yr
Title: Warden: Red Onion State Prison - #00001 State Role Title: Security Officer III Hiring Range: $113,442.00 - $182,427.00 Pay Band: 6 Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin Location: Red Onion State Prison Agency Websi…
Skills: Correctional leadership, Security management, Budget oversight, Inmate management, Strategic planning
Roanoke, Virginia, United States · On-site
$87k–$121k/yr
Title: Registered Nurse State Role Title: Registered Nurses Hiring Range: $87,373 - $120,575 Pay Band: 5 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Catawba Hospital Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facili…
Skills: Nursing care, Psychiatric nursing, Geriatric nursing, Pharmacology, Psychiatric disorders
Chesterfield, Virginia, United States · On-site
$180k–$200k/yr
"Greater Happens HERE" Title: Dean, Reginald F. Lewis College of Business State Role Title: Administrative - Professor Hiring Range: $180,000 - $200,000 ,Commensurate with Education and Experience Agency: Virginia State …
Skills: Academic Leadership, Strategic Planning, Faculty Development, Budget Planning, Accreditation Management
On-site
$36/hr–$48/hr
Title: Nursing Education Program Inspector State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II Hiring Range: $36/hr - $48/hr commensurate with experience Pay Band: 5 Agency: Dept of Health Professions Location: Dept of Health Pro…
Skills: Nursing education, Regulatory compliance, Analytical skills, Problem-solving, Report writing
Warrenton, Virginia, United States · On-site
$70k–$80k/yr
Title: IT Engineer State Role Title: Info Technology Specialist II Hiring Range: $70,000 - $80,000 Pay Band: 5 Agency: Dept of Veterans Services Location: Puller Veterans Center Agency Website: www. Recruitment Type: Gen…
Skills: Network infrastructure, Helpdesk support, Firewall management, Windows server, Azure cloud
Roanoke, Virginia, United States • On-site
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The specialist will assist forensic biologists with evidence preservation, handling, and recovery at the Western Regional Laboratory. They will also perform DNA casework support, including sample preparation, robotic workstation operation, and routine laboratory equipment maintenance.
Candidates must have experience working in a scientific laboratory environment using basic equipment and safety procedures. They must also possess the ability to maintain accurate records, follow written protocols, and communicate effectively in a professional setting.
Title: Forensic Laboratory Specialist II - Forensic Biology - Western Laboratory - CF720
State Role Title: Laboratory & Research Specialist I
Hiring Range: $35,012 - $45,300
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Department of Forensic Science
Location: Western Lab
Agency Website: https://dfs.virginia.gov/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Virginia Department of Forensic Science (DFS) is seeking a qualified applicant to assist forensic biologists/DNA examiners at the Western Regional Laboratory. Duties include assisting examiners with evidence preservation, handling evidence, and supervised recovery of evidentiary crime scene materials. Provides DNA casework support functions such as sample preparation, operation of the robotic DNA extraction workstation which includes DNA quantitation, dilutions and amplification set-up. Assists with support functions such as quality control of critical reagents and equipment; preventive and routine maintenance on equipment including minor repair; reagent preparation, maintaining QA/QC documentation, autoclaving glassware, and inventorying and/or purchasing supplies. Also, assists with general laboratory upkeep including helping to maintain the tidiness of the laboratory, and restocking consumable supplies.
DFS offers outstanding health benefits at competitive rates, along with paid life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage. Employees also enjoy paid holidays, vacation, and various leave options, access to health and wellness programs, eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, and participation in a state retirement plan with tax-deferred savings options and employer matching.
Minimum Qualifications
Additional Considerations
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.
All applications must be submitted electronically through this website by 11:55 p.m. on the position’s closing date. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand‑delivered applications and résumés will not be accepted. Interview consideration is based solely on the information provided in the application, résumé, and any required transcripts (if applicable).
Applicants who need accommodations during the application and/or interview process may contact the Human Resource Office at 804-786-0150 or [email protected]. Auxiliary Aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.
The Department of Forensic Science (DFS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a V3 Virginia Values Veterans certified organization. We strictly prohibit 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. We welcome and encourage applications from Veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni.
DFS does not provide sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must maintain such authorization for the duration of their employment without the need for employer sponsorship or a STEM extension.
Background Investigation: Selected candidate(s) will be required to successfully complete a background investigation, including a fingerprint‑based criminal history check. Candidate(s) must also provide a DNA sample via buccal swab (saliva) and successfully pass a drug test. Reference checks will be conducted and will include contact with current and previous supervisors.
Employment Eligibility Verification: DFS uses E-Verify+, a streamlined system that integrates the Form I-9 process with employment eligibility verification to electronically confirm identity and work authorization.
Contact Information
Name: Amanda Collum
Phone: 804-588-4010
Email: [email protected]
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.
We connect, protect and innovate for the Commonwealth of Virginia through IT services, cybersecurity and governance.
VITA connects, protects and innovates IT services, infrastructure and cybersecurity for 67 Virginia agencies, 55,000 state workers and 8.6 million Virginians. VITA's new guiding principles: Our new vision is to be Virginia's most customer-focused technology partner, empowering the Commonwealth to achieve more through innovative, efficient and secure technology. Our new mission is to deliver sustainable and effective results to our customers through innovative, efficient and secure services. Our new tagline is Connecting - Protecting - Innovating Our agency personas: we are the Commonwealth's IT protector, our partners' collaborator and Virginia's innovator. Our new value statements: Accountability - We take ownership for delivering on defined outcomes, being transparent and responsible for the decisions we make. Inclusive Collaboration - We engage diverse individuals and teams from VITA, customers and suppliers to develop solutions together and foster mutually beneficial partnerships. Growth Mindset - We embrace challenges and opportunities for growth, striving to discover innovative solutions and never accepting the status quo. Effectiveness - We work decisively to deliver solutions by taking a data-driven approach that creates value for the Commonwealth. Persistence - We are dedicated to accomplishing our mission by delivering timely and innovative solutions for our customers despite challenges.
Offices: 7325 Beaufont Springs Drive, Richmond, VA 23225, US
We connect, protect and innovate for the Commonwealth of Virginia through IT services, cybersecurity and governance.
VITA connects, protects and innovates IT services, infrastructure and cybersecurity for 67 Virginia agencies, 55,000 state workers and 8.6 million Virginians. VITA's new guiding principles: Our new vision is to be Virginia's most customer-focused technology partner, empowering the Commonwealth to achieve more through innovative, efficient and secure technology. Our new mission is to deliver sustainable and effective results to our customers through innovative, efficient and secure services. Our new tagline is Connecting - Protecting - Innovating Our agency personas: we are the Commonwealth's IT protector, our partners' collaborator and Virginia's innovator. Our new value statements: Accountability - We take ownership for delivering on defined outcomes, being transparent and responsible for the decisions we make. Inclusive Collaboration - We engage diverse individuals and teams from VITA, customers and suppliers to develop solutions together and foster mutually beneficial partnerships. Growth Mindset - We embrace challenges and opportunities for growth, striving to discover innovative solutions and never accepting the status quo. Effectiveness - We work decisively to deliver solutions by taking a data-driven approach that creates value for the Commonwealth. Persistence - We are dedicated to accomplishing our mission by delivering timely and innovative solutions for our customers despite challenges.
Offices: 7325 Beaufont Springs Drive, Richmond, VA 23225, US
