Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney



Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney

Salary

$87,747.60 - $114,071.88 Annually

Location

VA 22553, VA

Job Type

Regular Full-Time (Exempt)

Job Number

01612

Department

Commonwealth Attorney

Opening Date

07/01/2021

Closing Date

7/15/2021 11:59 PM Eastern

General Statement of Job

Under limited supervision, performs professional legal work prosecuting criminal suspects on behalf of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Work involves performing legal research in the preparation of criminal trials; prosecuting jury and non-jury trials in misdemeanor and felony criminal cases including trial of drug cases and/or negotiating settlements; and preparing Appellate Court and other legal briefs, as necessary. Employee is also responsible for providing legal advice and counsel to public officials, law enforcement officials, victims of crime and the general public. Employee must exercise considerable initiative and independent judgment in determining the proper course of action in a variety of legal cases and situations. Employee must also exercise tact, courtesy and discretion in frequent contact with crime victims, suspects, law enforcement and judicial officials, public officials, and the general public.

Special Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares misdemeanor and felony criminal cases for trial, interviewing witnesses, negotiating with defense attorneys, conferring with law enforcement and judicial personnel, locating witnesses and defendants, interviewing victims and witnesses, performing legal research, conferring with victims and their families, investigating incidents, and visiting crime scenes.
• Presents cases in court and makes motions and recommendations to the court; questions witnesses and defendants.
• Performs case management functions, such as screening cases for prosecution, determining proper charges to be filed, preparing case documents, and preparing orders; negotiates settlements or plea bargains, as appropriate.
• Performs legal research and prepares memorandums of law pertaining to assigned criminal cases.
• Provides legal advice and counsel to public officials, law enforcement officials and the general public; informs law enforcement of new rulings.
• Prepares legal briefs and agreements for presentation to Appellate Court.
• Assists victims of crime in seeking compensation from state fund for injuries/damages and informs victims of other services available to them.
• Studies legal periodicals and new appellate rulings to keep abreast of developments in the field; attends courses to meet continuing legal education requirements.
• Lectures to local law enforcement academy and legal conferences and/or trainings.
• Makes presentations to schools and civic groups; communicates with the news media.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Training & Experience

Juris Doctorate Degree and one (1) to five (5) years of experience in the practice of criminal law, including courtroom trial experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skill, knowledge and ability.

The following programs offered by Spotsylvania County provide our employees with benefits that promote employee health, well-being and financial stability, now and in the future. The County's variety of comprehensive and competitive benefit programs* include:

Health Insurance with Dental & Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Health Insurance Plans

Life Insurance

Opt-Out Program

Paid Holidays

Paid Leave

Sick Leave Bank

Supplemental Insurance Plans

Tuition Assistance Program

Retirement Plan

Required Notices

Deferred Compensation - 457 Plans

*Some benefits are exclusive to full-time employees. To learn more, please contact the Department of Human Resources.

01
Have you ever been convicted of a felony?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Have you been convicted of a misdemeanor?
  • Yes
  • No
03
If you answered "Yes" to the felony or misdemeanor questions. Please provide nature of the offense and outcome of your charge.
04
Have you ever been convicted of Driving While Intoxicated or Driving Under the Influence? (A conviction does not automatically mean that you cannot be employed. The nature and date of the offense will be considered)
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency
Spotsylvania County
Address
9104 Courthouse Road
P.O. Box 605
Spotsylvania, Virginia, 22553
Phone
(540) 507-7290