Senior Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney

Prince William County; Virginia; On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, pharmacy & vision benefits

Dental plan

Vision plan

Job summary

Prince William County's Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney in Virginia seeks a Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney to handle a full caseload across all court levels in one of five units. Ideal candidates hold a Juris Doctorate with at least five years of related experience and are in good standing with the Virginia State Bar; strong research, writing, and advocacy skills are required.

Salary ranges from $110,000 to $120,000 annually, with medical, dental, and vision benefits; both

Qualifications

• Requires Juris Doctorate and five+ years of related experience.
• Strong research and writing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily dockets and manage a full caseload at all court levels.
• Respond to inquiries from citizens, law enforcement, and defense counsel.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Independent/collaborative work

Sound judgment

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Introduction

If you believe in real criminal justice reform and the core values of fairness, honesty, and integrity, come join our team. The Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney for Prince William County, Cities of Manassas & Manassas Park is looking for Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorneys.

About The Role

Our office values Community Involvement, Work-life Balance, and Professional Development. As an experienced prosecutor you will be 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, and responding to calls and questions from citizens, law enforcement, and defense counsel.

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

Salary Range:

$110,000.00 - $120,000.00 Annual

Summary of Benefits:

• Benefit Programs (pwcva.gov)
• Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.
• Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees