Division of Programs and Services

Division of Programs and Services

The Division of Programs and Services works directly with local, state, and non-profit organizations across the Commonwealth of Virginia to improve public safety through various prevention, intervention, and support initiatives. Areas of focus include adult justice, juvenile and child welfare, and victims’ services, including human trafficking. The Division also houses the Office of Safer Communities, addressing violence intervention and prevention. 

The Division strives to exemplify the “Best in Class” through innovation, accountability, subject-matter expertise, and best practices.

Division Key Responsibilities

• Administer 20+ federal and state funding streams and related grant programs
• Complete and submit multi-year plans, annual formula grant applications, and performance reports for federal funds
• Staff 4 appointed advisory committees
• Monitor approximately 350 secure jails, lockups, courts, and facilities for compliance with specific federal and state juvenile detention and separation statutes
• Provide coordination of crisis assistance and emergency victim responses during mass casualty events resulting from criminal acts
• Conduct training, provide technical assistance, and monitor grants statewide
• Collaborate with stakeholders and other agencies and organizations within Virginia and nationally
• Complete legislatively required reports and participate in special initiatives