Senior Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney

Full-time

No

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY GOVERNMENT
invites applications for the position of:
Senior Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney

An Equal Opportunity Employer
POSITION #: 890354

DEPARTMENT: COMMONWEALTH ATTORNEY

SALARY: $85, - $153, Annually

OPENING DATE: 05/10/22

CLOSING DATE: 05/24/22 12:00 AM

INTRODUCTION:

The Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney is looking for an experienced prosecutor for the position of Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney

Unit : Domestic Violence


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.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Juris Doctorate degree and 3 years of related experience.

PREFERENCES
Position requires 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: $90, to $120,.

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Prince William County Government
Senior Assistant Commonwealth/County Attorney /D61
Class Code:
R712
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY GOVERNMENT
Established Date: Aug 22, 2019
SALARY RANGE
$85, - $153, Annually

FLSA:
Exempt

INTRODUCTION:

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NATURE OF WORK
This class is part of the Legal Job Family. Incumbents manage legal cases in several assigned areas or represent the County in complex, highly public legal matters of an assigned area. Incumbents work under limited supervision. Responsibilities may include: coordinating legal activities; providing legal advice, assistance and training; conducting legal research; and representing the County in court. Incumbents have more legal experience and routinely interact with management/department heads. Incumbents may serve as a lead worker to lower level employees.


Distinguishing Characteristics
This position is responsible for representing the County in complex, highly public legal matters and may serve as a lead worker to subordinate staff members.

TYPICAL CLASS RESPONSIBILITIES (These responsibilities are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)
1. Administers lead direction for case assignments and completes a full breadth of complex legal cases and assignments.
2. Develops cases by reviewing police reports and criminal investigations; drafts and recommends policies and procedures for law enforcement staff.
3. Provides legal advice and analysis to internal staff and Boards on a variety of local government, real estate, employment, workers' compensation, public records, and/or other related legal issues, which includes interpreting and applying statutes, case law, ordinances, and administrative regulations.
4. Coordinates legal review of departmental staff reports, resolutions, and ordinances.
5. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.




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KNOWLEDGE
Legal theory;
Training principles;
Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, codes, and/or statutes;
Legal caseload management techniques;
Contract management principles and practices;
Court procedures;
Criminal justice system;
Research methods;
Legal document preparation techniques;
Computers and related software applications.


SKILLS
Interpreting and applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations;
Training staff members;
Providing sound legal advice;
Analyzing complex information;
Conducting legal research;
Preparing legal documents;
Applying legal principles to determinations on individual cases and problems;
Analyzing, appraising and organizing facts, evidence, and precedents relevant to assigned cases;
Using a computer and related software applications;
Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.


DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Discipline specific responsibilities do not apply to this classification.


LEVEL OF DECISIONS
Responsibilities are typically broad in nature, usually requiring some originality and ingenuity to ensure an appropriate alignment between assignments and organizational policies and objectives. Incumbents typically have appreciable latitude for determining the appropriate actions, decisions, or processes to utilize. These determinations are guided by advanced training and knowledge in the area of assignment.


DIRECTION RECEIVED
Incumbents apply departmental and organizational policies and procedures to specific situations; may adapt standard procedures as necessary to achieve objectives; and work under general supervision.


DIRECTION PROVIDED
Incumbents may assign/delegate work assignments to lower level employees; troubleshoot problems and issues commensurate with relevant experience; may instruct others in work methods and procedures; and verify the work of others.



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MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Juris Doctorate degree and 3 years of related experience.


SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents in this class typically require: Admission to the Virginia State Bar.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Positions in this class typically require: reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing are required only occasionally.

Incumbents may be subjected to travel.


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

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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.

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APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:


OUR OFFICE IS LOCATED AT:
1 County Complex Court
Woodbridge, VA 22192



Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity.

Prince William County determines the legal employment status of all County employees by utilizing a two step process. Document verification is the first step of the process which is required of all employers as set forth in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. The second step in our process is E-Verify, an Internet-based system made available by the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration. This system permits the County to electronically confirm legal employment status of all new hires. Job #201207213
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Senior Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney Supplemental Questionnaire

* 1. I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.
Checkbox I have read, understand, and acknowledge the above statement
Checkbox I decline to proceed any further in this process.
* 2. This position requires a Juris Doctorate degree from a College or University School of Law. Do you currently have the required degree?
Checkbox Yes
Checkbox No
* 3. Please quantify your criminal prosecution/defense experience.
Checkbox 5 or more years of experience
Checkbox Less than 5 years of experience
Checkbox No related experience
* 4. The selected candidate must be a member of the Virginia State Bar on their date of hire. Please select the choice which best reflects your status.
Checkbox Currently a member of the Virginia State Bar
Checkbox Will be a member of the Virginia State Bar by June 1, 2022.
Checkbox None of the above
* 5. Do you have investigation oversight and prosecution experience in cases involving any of the following?
Checkbox Violent Crimes
Checkbox Special Victims
Checkbox Domestic Violence
Checkbox Juvenile Offenders
Checkbox All of the Above
Checkbox None of the Above
* 6. Are you fluent in one or more languages other than English?
Checkbox Yes
Checkbox No
* 7. If you are bilingual, please list the languages in which you are fluent.


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