Multi-Jurisdictional Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney

Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney for Arlington County and the City of Falls Church; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 87,347 - 106,758; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney for Arlington County and the City of Falls Church is hiring a Multi-Jurisdictional Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney. This full-time role requires at least three years of law experience, a JD from an accredited college or university, and Virginia Bar eligibility. Responsibilities include managing criminal cases related to insurance fraud and serving as a liaison to law enforcement agencies.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent research and interpersonal skills, with the ability to analyze complex legal issues. We prioritize diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Qualifications

• Three years progressively responsible attorney experience including felony trial experience.
• Passed Virginia State Bar or eligible for waiver.
• Experience in prosecuting insurance fraud and financial crimes.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned caseload and oversee criminal prosecutions.
• Negotiate plea agreements for insurance fraud cases.
• Advise Virginia State Police on felony and misdemeanor cases.

Skills

Research and writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Legal analysis

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Tools

Prosecutor by Karpel

Job description

Multi-Jurisdictional Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney

• Full-time

Who We Are

The Commonwealth's Attorney's Office for Arlington County and the City of Falls Church is committed to transformative justice in the promotion of effective and evidence-based diversion programs, racial justice, and victim services.

We are dedicated to pursuing justice and protecting the rights and safety of citizens of the County and its visitors. As part of that mission, we work to enhance public safety and welfare through the vigorous enforcement of criminal laws in a fair, compassionate, ethical and just manner. We maintain a pro‑active role in our community by working to prevent crime in addition to its mandate to prosecute with integrity, equality and excellence. We serve Arlington County, the City of Falls Church, and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

We are looking for a few attorneys with at least three years of experience, a Virginia Bar membership or eligibility for waiver into the Virginia State Bar to serve as Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorneys. You should have experience prosecuting insurance fraud and financial crimes.

What You Will Do

• Manage an assigned caseload and oversee all aspects of the criminal prosecution, including interviewing and subpoenaing witnesses, researching relevant statutes and case law, reviewing pertinent police and forensic reports, considering alternative and/or additional charges, arguing pre‑trial motions, and negotiating plea agreements including insurance fraud investigations through the Northern Virginia Multi‑Jurisdictional Grand Jury where appropriate.
• Appear in the General District and Circuit Courts of Arlington County, City of Alexandria, Fairfax County, Loudoun County, and Prince William County, serving as liaison to the Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigations (BCI), and advising BCI agents regarding the prosecution of felony and misdemeanor insurance fraud related crimes.

Who You Are

The ideal candidate has excellent research and writing skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills, the ability to organize, interpret, and apply legal principles to analyze and logically address complex legal circumstances to draw sound, objective conclusions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Three years progressively responsible experience as a practicing attorney including complex felony trial experience.
• Completed the requirements for graduation with a JD in law from an accredited college or university.
• Passed the Virginia State Bar or is eligible for waiver into the Virginia State Bar.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience prosecuting insurance fraud and/or financial crimes.
• Familiarity with Prosecutor by Karpel case‑management software.
• Familiarity with the local procedures and practices in Northern Virginia courts.

The salary for this role is $97,052.80 annually.

Special Requirements

A pre‑hire background check will be made on all candidates who are selected for employment. It may include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.

Applicant must possess, or obtain by time of appointment, a valid motor vehicle operator's license from the applicant's place of residence or willingness to use alternative modes of transportation. The applicant must authorize Arlington County to obtain, or the applicant must provide a copy of the applicant's official state/district driving record. An offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record.

Covid‑19 Vaccination: Arlington County Government is committed to the health, safety, and wellness for all staff. In support of that commitment, all current and newly hired employees are required to provide proof of Covid‑19 vaccination. For those qualified employees with a disability or sincerely held religious belief which prohibits them from receiving a vaccine, you will be able to contact the Office of Human Rights to request a reasonable accommodation. Adherence to this policy is a condition of employment.

Work Hours

Full‑time, Monday through Friday with flexibility for occasional evening and weekend hours as needed. Limited telework is available.

The Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our agency. We encourage all to apply and make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.