Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney

About the role

The Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney for Prince William County, Cities of Manassas & Manassas Park is seeking Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorneys who believe in real criminal justice reform and the core values of fairness, honesty, and integrity.

Duties

• Assigned cases in all levels of court for a variety of misdemeanor and felony cases.
• Possessing the mentorship program where new attorneys are paired with experienced trial attorneys and provided with necessary resources to succeed.
• Serving as “Duty Attorney” and responding to calls and questions from citizens, police officers, and defense attorneys on a rotating basis.
• Attending relevant trainings, ride-along with law enforcement, and engaging in service to connect with the community.

Preferences

• Juris Doctorate degree and 2 years of related experience required.
• Experience as a criminal prosecutor or criminal defense is preferred but not required.
• Works cooperatively with the police departments in the jurisdiction.
• Can manage a large caseload.
• Has a zealous work ethic and proven ability to work with a team.
• Strong interest in advocating for the community’s best interest in a variety of cases.

Special Requirements

• Must be a member of the Virginia State Bar in good standing.

Salary Range

$90,000.00 to $100,000.00

Summary of Benefits

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