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Employment Opportunities

The Virginia State Crime Commission is accepting applications for full-time Research Analyst and Attorney positions. Detailed descriptions about the positions are at the end of this announcement. The Crime Commission is a legislative agency that conducts studies related to criminal justice and public safety matters for the Virginia General Assembly. Study topics vary annually which offers staff the ability to research a wide variety of important public policy issues.

Staff members must be able to successfully perform all duties in an objective, unbiased, and non-partisan manner while working both independently and as a team member. These positions require strong research, writing, analytical, and communication skills. Collaboration, time management, attention to detail, and critical thinking are also required. Applicants must be able to research criminal justice topics, draft presentations and reports, present research findings, answer questions quickly and concisely in front of the Commission and Committees of the General Assembly, and work under pressure within strict deadlines. Some overnight travel and field work may be required.

The Crime Commission offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications/experience. The Commission also offers a full state benefit package, including competitive health, dental, and life insurance programs, pre-tax spending accounts, vacation and sick leave, and 13+ paid holidays. The Commission provides work-life balance with flexible work schedules and remote work options. Employees participate in a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching. The state also funds a short and long term disability program. The Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses the E-Verify system to confirm employee eligibility to work in the United States.

How to Apply:

To be considered for either of these positions, candidates must submit the following documents:

1. Cover Letter and Resume
2. Writing Sample

This material must clearly demonstrate your experience and qualifications for the position. Submit these documents via e-mail (applicant@vscc.virginia.gov) to the attention of Kristen Howard, Executive Director, by April 15, 2024. A background investigation will be conducted on final candidates as a condition of employment.

Research Analyst

The Virginia State Crime Commission is seeking a qualified individual to fill a research analyst position. Major responsibilities include performing data collection, entry, and analysis, conducting literature reviews, drafting memos, presentations, and research reports, developing surveys, reviewing legislation, identifying important issues and recommendations based on study topics, presenting research findings to Commission members and legislators, and meeting preparation/administrative tasks. Applicants must have the ability to research and analyze public policy issues relating to criminal justice and public safety. This position requires strong data analysis skills with demonstrated experience in the collection, management, analysis, and reporting of datasets varying in size, complexity, and scope. Demonstrated proficiency working with large databases, integrating data from multiple data sources to identify trends or patterns in complex data, applying social science research methods, and performing quantitative analysis with experience in the application of descriptive statistics and multivariate statistical analysis techniques to summarize and interpret results is preferred. Starting salary $67,500+.

Minimum qualifications:

Undergraduate degree in related field

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Proficiency in analyzing and merging data, creating/recoding variables, and accurately interpreting and summarizing results

General knowledge of the criminal justice system

Preferred qualifications:

A master’s degree or Ph.D. in criminal justice, public policy, or related discipline

Demonstrated experience in the analysis of criminal justice-related data

Familiarity with Virginia’s court case management system data and the analysis of such data

Experience in public policy analysis and development

Proficiency in drafting literature reviews, reports, and presentations

Knowledge of Virginia’s legislative process

Attorney

The Virginia State Crime Commission is seeking a qualified individual to fill an attorney position. Major responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting memos, presentations, and research reports, reviewing and drafting legislation, identifying important issues and recommendations based on study topics, presenting research findings to Commission members and legislators, and meeting preparation/administrative tasks. Applicants must have the ability to research and analyze public policy issues relating to criminal justice and public safety. Knowledge of criminal law and procedure is required. Starting salary $75,700+.

Minimum qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited law school

Member of the Virginia State Bar in good standing

One-year experience practicing criminal law in Virginia

Proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint

Preferred qualifications:

Knowledge of Virginia’s legislative process

Experience in public policy analysis and development

 March 11, 2024