Criminal Justice Specialist 1

Nature of Work The Division of Administrative Services/Justice and Community Service (DAS/JCS) seeks a candidate to fill an opening for a Criminal Justice Specialist 1. Under close supervision of a program manager, the candidate will be responsible for: One or more Federal or State Grant-In-Aid Programs to include coordination with committees and related workgroups. Assist in the reviewing of sub-grant applications, reporting, and requirements for completeness, accuracy, and budget alignment. Assist in the reviewing of sub-grant goals and objectives for a form of measurement and evaluation. On and off-site reviewing of grant support activities, as required. Assist in providing technical assistance, support, and training to sub-grantees as requested. Maintain current knowledge of State, Federal and Agency rules which govern the above-mentioned programs. May attend national and state workshops and training on the above-mentioned programs, and perform related tasks as required. Travel is involved, both in state and out of state for this position. Assist in the support of various committees and subcommittees. Supports grants award process. Other duties as assigned. Candidate will be subject to a criminal history background check and must possess a valid West Virginia Driver's License. As a condition of employment, an inquiry into job-related information will be completed, which may include, but is not limited to, criminal records, abuse registry records, driving records, employment history, and education and training which may factor in when determining suitability for employment. Failing to cooperate with this process, providing false or incomplete information, or discovery of disqualifying information will result in denial of or dismissal from employment when discovered.

Minimum Qualifications Training:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Other Information Preference will be given to individuals possessing a major or minor in criminal justice, political science, social sciences, mathematics, statistics, planning, management or related field of study.