JOB
All applications received during the recruitment period will be forwarded to the
hiring department for review and consideration.
Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney: Performs professional and administrative work in preparing and trying cases for the Commonwealth's Attorney Office.
** This position is fully funded by the City and is not a part of the Comp Board. * EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Gathers evidence and prepares and tries cases before the courts.
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Prosecutes misdemeanor and felony cases in GDC, JDR, and Circuit Court; office does vertical prosecution on cases assigned.
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Prepares briefs on appealed cases to the Court of Appeals and VA Supreme Court.
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Prepares, drafts and reviews opinions and other legal documents.
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Provides advice and counsel to departments to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
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Assists in community outreach programs.
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Performs legal research.
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Addresses public and professional inquiries.
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Other duties as assigned/required by the Commonwealth Attorney or his Deputy.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The work is generally performed in an office environment. Typically, the employee may sit to do the work. However, there may be some walking, standing, stooping, carrying of light items such as papers, books, or small parts, or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.
The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts, which require normal safety precautions. Use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals are minimally required.
