What are the responsibilities and job description for the Circuit Court Staff Attorney position at City of Hampton, VA?
Salary : $73,242.00 - $80,566.00 Annually
Location : Hampton, VA
Job Type : Full-Time Permanent
Job Number : 08347
Department : CIRCUIT COURT
Opening Date : 10 / 22 / 2024
Closing Date : Continuous
Function
The purpose is to provide legal research and recommendations to the Hampton Circuit Court judges and provide overall training, direction and supervision to law clerks.
Minimum Requirements
- Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a law degree from an accredited law school.
Must be a member in good standing of the Virginia State Bar. (Those awaiting Bar results may also apply.)
Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible legal experience.
Knowledge of law as applied to Virginia law and familiarity with courtroom procedures is preferred.
Strong interpersonal skills are required.
Ability to deal effectively with challenging and changing deadlines; speak effectively with judges; express legal opinions effectively in writing. Child protective services check
Credential check
National criminal / sex offender record check
Must successfully complete a background investigation including fingerprint-based criminal history records inquiries to both the Central Criminal Records Exchange and the Federal Bureau of Investigation in order to maintain the terminals that are used to access the Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) data.
Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
Additional Requirements
This is an exempt position.
The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during city emergency situations, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
Benefits Overview
The following plans are available the first of the month following one full calendar month of employment :
Health insurance offered through Optima Health (1-800-229-1199). For more information on the provider network and pharmacies, see the
The vision plan is offered through EyeMed Vision Care. For more information, see the
Three dental plans are offered through Delta Dental (Delta Care, Delta Dental PPO, and Delta Dental PPO Plus) 1-800-237-6060. For more information, see the
Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
Other forms of leave include :
Maternity Leave
Parental Bonding Leave
Care for Sick Parent Leave
Birthday Leave
Personal day (available every quarter)
The ten paid holidays each year include :
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
President's Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
Employee's birthday
A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the
Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company.
Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the
Training and Career Development : The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government / business knowledge and skill development.
Medical / Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-363-6777, 1-800-899-8174 or
Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.
Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.
Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.
I have graduated with a law degree or have a combination of education and experience equivalent to a law degree from an accredited law school.Please ensure your application states where you completed your degree or the relevant experience which qualifies you for this position.
I am currently a member in good standing of the Virginia State Bar.If you awaiting your results, please indicate your status below.
I have a minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible legal experience.Your application must indicate where you gained this specific work experience.
I understand this position requires successfully completing a background investigation including fingerprint-based criminal history records inquiries to both the Central Criminal Records Exchange and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, in order to maintain the terminals that are used to access the Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) data.
This position requires that you possess a valid driver's license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. Failure to provide your driver's license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your driver's license number by entering it below :
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Salary : $73,242 - $80,566
