Assistant Commonwealth Attorney I - Rowan College at Gloucester County : Job Details

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The Gloucester County Commonwealth Attorney's Office is seeking an Assistant Commonwealth Attorney I or

Assistant Commonwealth Attorney II to complete their Team.

The position is open until filled; review of applications begins immediately.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply!Job Highlights

DescriptionThe Gloucester County Commonwealth Attorney's Office is seeking an Assistant Commonwealth Attorney I orAssistant Commonwealth Attorney II to complete their Team.The position is open until filled; review of applications begins immediately.Interested applicants are encouraged to apply!Job HighlightsThe salary and selection will depend upon qualifications and experience.Assistant Commonwealth Attorney I: $73,641 +/-Under general supervision, the Assistant Commonwealth Attorney I performs professional work representing the Commonwealth in court. Prepares and prosecutes cases primarily in all local trial courts. Generally, works independently with supervision as needed. Work consists of case law research, preparation of legal briefs and motions, interviewing and preparing witnesses, and providing legal advice and expertise to law enforcement and other agencies during investigations. Work involves considerable public contact. Employee must exercise independent judgment, initiative, tact and courtesy in various phases of work. Reports to the Commonwealth's Attorney.Assistant Commonwealth Attorney II: $82,462 +/-Under general supervision, the Assistant Commonwealth Attorney II performs professional work representing the Commonwealth in court. Prepares and prosecutes cases in all courts, including complex felony cases. Work consists of case law research, preparation of legal briefs and motions, interviewing and preparing witnesses, and providing legal advice and expertise to law enforcement and other agencies during investigations. Conducts special investigations, as necessary. Work involves considerable public contact. Employee must exercise independent judgment, initiative, tact, and courtesy in various phases of work. Reports to the Commonwealth's Attorney.For a complete job description: Assistant Commonwealth Attorney IFor a complete job description: Assistant Commonwealth Attorney IIQualificationsMinimum Qualifications at the Assistant Commonwealth Attorney I level. Applicant must:

• Possess a Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited school of law.
• Have a minimum of six months to three (3) years of legal experience or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience, that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Minimum Qualifications at the Assistant Commonwealth Attorney II level. Applicant must:

• Possess a Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited school of law.
• Have a minimum of three (3) years of practice as an Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney or equivalent experience.

To be considered for this position, a completed application with a minimum of 3 professional references must be listed on application. A cover letter, current writing sample and resume must also be submitted with the online application for consideration.Professional references are individuals who can attest to your job related knowledge, skills and abilities while working or in a volunteer capacity and are not family or personally related. Professional references should include job title, company name and address, phone numbers and email address if available.Gloucester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free WorkplaceOUR Community: Gloucester CountySpecial RequirementsMust be an active member, in good standing, of the Virginia State Bar.Gloucester County Government offers an excellent benefit package that includes health care coverage, leave program and retirement benefits for all regular full-time employees. Gloucester County participates in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) which requires a 5% mandatory contribution by employees.Visit Our Benefits Web Page For Additional Information01I have reviewed the job posting and understand in order for my application to be considered complete, I must attach my cover letter, resume, (3) professional references and a writing sample.

• I acknowledge the above statement.

02Do you possess a Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited school of law?

• Yes
• No

03Are you an active member, in good standing, of the Virginia State Bar?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority levelEntry level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionLegal
• IndustriesHigher Education

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