Deputy/Senior Commonwealth’s Attorney — Prosecution Leader

GOOCHLAND COUNTY; Sandy Hook (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Goochland County is seeking a Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney or Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney to join the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office. The role will prosecute criminal cases across General District Court, Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court, and Circuit Court for Goochland County and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

The office supports collaboration with law enforcement, victims, and attorneys, and emphasizes professional conduct and ethical use of AI tools.

Qualifications

• Criminal law trial experience is required for both levels.
• 5 years prosecutorial experience preferred for Senior level; 10+ years for Deputy.
• Virginia state court trial experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute criminal cases in General District Court, Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court, and Circuit Court for Goochland County and the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Review police reports, conduct legal research, draft records subpoenas and pleadings.
• Appear in court and coordinate with paralegals, law enforcement, victims, and defense counsel.

Skills

Criminal law trial experience

Prosecutorial experience

State court trial experience

Driver's license

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

Active, licensed member of the Virginia State Bar

Job description

Goochland County is seeking a Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney or Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney to join the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office. The role will prosecute criminal cases across General District Court, Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court, and Circuit Court for Goochland County and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

The office supports collaboration with law enforcement, victims, and attorneys, and emphasizes professional conduct and ethical use of AI tools.