Description:
Job Duties:The Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney is responsible for prosecuting those charged with violating the criminal laws of Virginia in Virginia Beach. This is a grant-funded position specifically targeted at prosecuting concealed weapons violations and related firearms cases.
Duties include:
- Attorney will effectively prosecute misdemeanors and felonies in Circuit and District Courts by conducting legal research, witness interviews, negotiating with defense counsel, preparing jury instructions and presenting cases at trial.
- Attorneys will prepare legal briefs and memoranda of law.
- Attorneys will establish effective relationships with office personnel, judicial agencies, victims and witnesses, law enforcement officers and the public.
- Attorneys will maintain accurate files, documenting in writing major or significant actions, and provide sufficient justification to support recommendations.
- Attorneys will prepare briefs in opposition to petitions for appeals to the Court of Appeals.
Please note that residency in the City of Virginia Beach is not a requirement. This position is an at-will position serving at the pleasure of the Commonwealth's Attorney. The Commonwealth's Attorney's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For additional information and to apply for this position please visit virginiabeach.gov.
This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Once the appropriate applicant pool has been established, it will be closed.
Why Work with Us?
The Commonwealth's Attorney's Office offers a unique opportunity to serve your community while enjoying a fulfilling and rewarding career. With competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and a commitment to work-life balance, this is a great place to grow professionally and personally.
At the Commonwealth's Attorney's Office, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive, balanced, and rewarding work environment for our employees. As part of our commitment to your success and well-being, we offer a wide range of incentives and benefits designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.
Incentives and Benefits:
- Teleworking: Ability to work from home on a periodic basis depending on your job responsibilities.
- Generous Paid Time Off: With 15 paid holidays each year, we ensure you have ample time to recharge and spend with loved ones.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: Your health is our priority. Our benefits package includes access to medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy.
- Peer Support Program: Office provides a peer support team to provide resources and assist supporting the mental health of staff.
- Life Insurance Coverage: Feel secure knowing you are covered with life insurance as part of our commitment to your long-term well-being.
- Robust Retirement Benefits: We want you to have peace of mind for the future. Take advantage of our competitive retirement plan options, including a pension program, to help you plan for a comfortable retirement.
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Programs: We understand the burden of student loans. Since we are public service, many employees have the potential for public service student loan forgiveness programs to ease their financial journey.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Whether you're pursuing a degree or continuing education, we support your professional growth with tuition reimbursement programs to assist with educational expenses.
- Collaborative and Inclusive Work Environment: Work alongside passionate professionals in a positive and inclusive environment that values teamwork, integrity, and service to the community.
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Working Conditions:
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Minimum Requirements:
Minimum Requirements: Active membership in good standing in the Virginia State Bar; licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia; admission to practice before the Court of Appeals of Virginia and the Supreme Court of Virginia.
Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Additional Requirements:
- DMV Transcript: Not Required
- CDL: Not Required
- DOT History: Not Required
- CPS Check: Not Required
- Physical: Not Required
- Respirator: Not Required
- Polygraph Review: Not Required
- Psychological Screening: Not Required
Attachments Required: Cover letter and Resume
Preferences:
Special Instructions:
- Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting.
- Your responses to any "Supplemental Questions", if attached to this requisition, must be supported by the information you provide on your application and/or resume; or otherwise demonstrated during the hiring process.
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Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.
