Assistant County Attorney I

2 days ago


Chesterfield Court House VA United States Chesterfield County Full time

PLEASE NOTE: A resume and writing samples are required and must be attached prior to submitting the application online.

Chesterfield County, Virginia, a nationally-recognized, award-winning local government, is seeking to hire a full-time Assistant County Attorney with a strong academic background, litigation experience, and excellent research and writing skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

  1. Licensed member of the Virginia State Bar in good standing.
  2. Knowledge of state and federal civil law principles and practices.
  3. Minimum of 3 years of legal experience concentrated on representing the employer in Workers’ Compensation matters.
  4. Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
  5. Current valid driver's license and good driving record.

Candidates must demonstrate an understanding of the political and administrative environment in which local governments operate and the ability to advocate legal solutions with moral authority. Since candidates will be judged, in significant part, by the quality of their legal writing, they must provide writing samples to the County Attorney’s Office at the time of applying. Candidates will also be judged, in part, by references who are familiar with their character and professional achievements.

Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check, and education/degree verification are required.

Responsibilities:

  1. Provide legal counsel to county departments, officials, and employees.
  2. Be responsible for a variety of complex legal matters and transactions.
  3. Represent the County and its officials and employees in litigation, often as part of litigation teams.
  4. Perform other work as required.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; evenings and weekends may be required as necessary.

This position is a part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

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