What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney position at Prince William County Government?
The Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney is looking for an experienced prosecutor for the position of Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney
ABOUT THE ROLE
Assigned to one of five units: Violent Crimes, Special Investigations, Domestic Violence, Juvenile Offenders, or Special Victims. The position reports directly to their unit’s Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney. Duties will include overseeing daily dockets that are not otherwise assigned, handling a full caseload at all levels of Court, serving as “Duty Attorney” and responding to calls and questions from citizens, law enforcement, and defense counsel; Attending Relevant training; and Engaging with members of the Community we serve.
PREFERENCES
The ideal candidate must have a Juris Doctorate degree and five or more years of related experience. The selected applicant must: be skilled at legal research and writing; be able to work both independently and collaboratively in an office that values civility, initiative, sound judgment and skilled advocacy.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be a member of the Virginia State Bar in good standing
NOTE: This is an at-will position which serves at the pleasure of the Commonwealth's Attorney. Please attach a resume and cover letter to the attention of the Honorable Amy Ashworth, Commonwealth’s Attorney.
STARTING SALARY RANGE: $96,076.50 to $120,000.00/yr.
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NOTE:
The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Assigned to one of five units: Violent Crimes, Special Investigations, Domestic Violence, Juvenile Offenders, or Special Victims. The position reports directly to their unit’s Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney. Duties will include overseeing daily dockets that are not otherwise assigned, handling a full caseload at all levels of Court, serving as “Duty Attorney” and responding to calls and questions from citizens, law enforcement, and defense counsel; Attending Relevant training; and Engaging with members of the Community we serve.
PREFERENCES
The ideal candidate must have a Juris Doctorate degree and five or more years of related experience. The selected applicant must: be skilled at legal research and writing; be able to work both independently and collaboratively in an office that values civility, initiative, sound judgment and skilled advocacy.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be a member of the Virginia State Bar in good standing
NOTE: This is an at-will position which serves at the pleasure of the Commonwealth's Attorney. Please attach a resume and cover letter to the attention of the Honorable Amy Ashworth, Commonwealth’s Attorney.
STARTING SALARY RANGE: $96,076.50 to $120,000.00/yr.
Click here to view full Class Descriptions
NOTE:
The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Salary : $96,077 - $120,000
