Assistant Commonwealth Attorney Job at Chesterfield County, VA, Chesterfield, VA

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  • Chesterfield County, VA
  • Chesterfield, VA

Job Description

Salary: See Position Description

Location : Chesterfield, VA

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 25-00457

Department: Commonwealth's Attorney

Opening Date: 11/25/2024

Closing Date: 1/19/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Minimum Qualifications


Assistant Commonwealth Attorney I: Hiring Range $76,785 - $90,222


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate from an accredited law school. Must be licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Thorough knowledge of State and Federal laws and court decisions as they relate to the Criminal Justice Process; discretion in decision-making process and ability to effectively communicate with staff and other agencies and departments. Spanish/English bilingual a plus.


Assistant Commonwealth Attorney II : Hiring Range $85,058 - $99,943 - To maintain equity among staff, the ideal candidate will be offered up to $105,000.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate from an accredited law school. Must be licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Thorough knowledge of State and Federal laws and court decisions as they relate to the Criminal Justice Process; discretion in decision-making process and ability to effectively communicate with staff and other agencies and departments. Spanish/English bilingual a plus.


Additional Qualifications: A minimum of three years of criminal practice/trial experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.


Assistant Commonwealth Attorney III: Hiring Range $94,224 - $110,713


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate from an accredited law school. Must be licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Thorough knowledge of State and Federal laws and court decisions as they relate to the Criminal Justice Process; discretion in decision-making process and ability to effectively communicate with staff and other agencies and departments. Spanish/English bilingual a plus.


Additional Qualifications: A minimum of four to five years of criminal practice/trial experience: or an equivalent combination of training and experience.


Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.

This position is subject to working in high security areas governed by the US Department of Justice's "Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy" and therefore requires successfully passing a more stringent criminal background check.

Duties


Responsibilities include the prosecution of criminal cases, including misdemeanor and felony charges, in the General District Court, Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court, and Circuit Court, for the County of Chesterfield, and the Commonwealth of Virginia. Responsibilities may also include participation in treatment court dockets and keeping updated on available sentencing alternatives. The successful applicant may also be asked to handle administrative and civil legal responsibilities required of the commonwealth attorney. Perform other work as required.

Applicants may be hired as an Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney I, II, or III based on their years of experience and qualifications. Positions may be assigned specifically to Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court, General District Court, or Circuit Court. Please specify in your cover letter if you have a specific interest in prosecuting in the Juvenile &Domestic Relations Court. Newly licensed attorneys are encouraged to apply.


Please note: Position open until filled (first review to begin December 2, 2024).

This position is a part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

Shift


Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Work Location


Commonwealth's Attorney

Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

For information on county benefits, view Chesterfield County, VA

Job Tags

Full time, Felony friendly, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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