Job Title
Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney
Location
Henrico, VA, US
Organization Name
County of Henrico Commonwealth's Attorney's Office
About Us
Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.
Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.
Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.
General Statement of Duties
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, April 29, 2024.
Assists the Attorney for the Commonwealth in representing the people of the Commonwealth in criminal and traffic cases; does related work as required.
Essential Duties
Extensive knowledge of general and governmental law; good knowledge of State and County laws and federal laws and regulations and their relationship to the authority and functions of County and State; ability to organize, interpret and apply legal principles and knowledge to complex legal problems; ability to effectively prosecute a variety of cases; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials and the general public; good professional judgment; good legal research and writing skills.
Minimum Qualifications
For an Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney I: Graduation from an accredited school of law; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. (Pay grade range is HP.32 $76,373 - $140,493- expected hiring range will be at the lower end of listed scale.)
For an Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney II: Graduation from an accredited school of law, and two (2) years of experience in the practice of law; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. (Pay grade range is HP.35 $87,908 - $161,712- expected hiring range will be at the lower end of listed scale.)
For an Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney III: Graduation from an accredited school of law, and five (5) years of experience in the practice of law; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. (Pay grade range is HP.37 $96,551 - $177,610- expected hiring range will be lower to mid range of listed scale.)
Additional Information
Juvenile court experience is preferred, including but not limited to domestic violence, and physical/sexual abuse of children. Prior experience with violent crimes, narcotics, gangs, organized crime, and human trafficking also welcome.
Eligibility to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required.
This position will be filled at an Attorney I, II or III level depending on the qualifications of the successful candidate and the needs of the department at the time of hire.
Prior experience with violent crimes, narcotics, gangs, organized crime, and human trafficking and/or prior experience with juvenile and domestic cases is preferred.
A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.How To Apply
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, April 29, 2024.
You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal through https://henrico.us/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right hand corner of our main County page at https://henrico.us.
Minimum Salary
76373
Maximum Salary
177610
Currency
USD
Main Organization
General Government
General Government
Employment Status
Permanent Fulltime
Permanent Full-time
Amount of Travel
Work At Home