Assistant Commonwealth Attorney II

County Of Albemarle•Charlottesville, VA

8d•$106,971 - $118,231•Hybrid

About The Position

Serves as prosecuting attorney for the Commonwealth of Virginia in all criminal matters pending before the Albemarle County Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court, the Albemarle County General District Court and the Albemarle County Circuit Court, and on occasion act as special prosecutor in other jurisdictions within the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Juvenile Justice Prosecutor will specifically concentrate and devote the majority of their time in the area of juvenile justice. Seeking to fill position in late July, early August timeframe. All County staff must maintain Virginia residency throughout the duration of their employment.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university.
J.D. from an accredited law school.
Licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia and admitted to practice before the Virginia Supreme Court.
A minimum of five years of experience as a Virginia attorney handling primarily criminal matters.
Comprehensive knowledge of Virginia criminal and traffic laws, Virginia criminal procedures, Virginia and Federal constitutional issues, as well as local rules of court and trial practice.
Ability to perform intricate and rapid legal research, and to prepare legal briefs for trial and appellate courts.
Ability to communicate effectively with law enforcement personnel, expert witnesses, lay witnesses, and victim witnesses.
Ability to prepare and present complex cases before a trial court in a short period of time.
Comprehensive working knowledge of efficient office procedures, and the ability to establish and maintain constructive, effective, and professional relationships with fellow attorneys, public officials, judicial officers, and the public.
Ability to present ideas and provide counsel effectively in writing and orally to professionals and lay persons.
Ability to manage a large caseload.
Knowledge of computerized word processing, email communications and electronic case management system.
Maintain Virginia residency throughout the duration of their employment.

Nice To Haves

Five years of experience as a criminal defense attorney (preferably as a public defender).
Two years of experience in the Sixteenth Judicial Circuit as a criminal defense attorney.

Responsibilities

Prosecute misdemeanor cases before the General District Court
Prosecute misdemeanor cases before the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Prosecute felony preliminary hearings before the General District Court
Prosecute felony preliminary hearings before the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Prosecute felony bench and jury trials and misdemeanor appeals before the Circuit Court
Prosecute murder cases before the Circuit Court
Write briefs and Memoranda on Motions Filed in the Circuit Court
Argue Suppression Motions and other Motions before the Circuit and General District Courts
Advise law enforcement on all legal matters involving the investigation and prosecution of criminal conduct
Develop and conduct formal training on Virginia laws and the United States Constitution for law enforcement
Advise and work with governmental agencies and the public in coordinated efforts to ensure and enhance crime prevention and public safety
Make relevant presentations to community groups on law enforcement
Performs related work as assigned