Assistant Commonwealth Attorney II

3 weeks ago


Culpeper, United States County of Culpeper Full time

Job Summary

Purpose

Performs professional legal work for the Office of the Commonwealth Attorney. Work involves prosecuting persons suspected of violating State and local laws on behalf of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Employees in this class prosecute criminal cases in all county courts.

Job Functions

Essential Functions

* Prepares and prosecutes misdemeanor and felony criminal cases in juvenile, domestic relations, general district and/or circuit courts.
* Screens cases for prosecution; determines proper charges
* Performs legal research
* Locates witnesses
* Prepares case documents
* Presents cases in court
* Negotiates with defense attorneys



Attends/participates in arraignments of defendants in criminal cases. Investigates terms and conditions of bond.Works with Crime Victims AdvocatePrepares legal briefs/petitions to the Appellate Court. Keeps abreast of appellate court opinions and understands their application to similar cases. Responds to customer requests and inquiries.Maintains current knowledge of trends, legal issues and rulings, court opinions, legal procedures, new State and local laws, etc.

Non-Essential Functions

* Performs varied clerical tasks in support of assigned duties and responsibilities, i.e. filing, copying, etc.
* Performs related duties as required

Qualifications

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

* 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 to 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

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

Juris Doctorate degree. Licensed to practice law in the State of Virginia. At least 3 years of experience as a prosecutor required.

Special Requirements

Must possess satisfactory results of a criminal history background check.

Working Conditions & Disclaimer

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in an office or courtroom setting. Occasional requirement to visit major crime scene. Second-line contact with witnesses and defendants, who on occasion are rude, hostile and angry. Considerable skill in tact and diplomacy is necessary. Daily contact is made with, judges, clerks of court, law enforcement officers, other legal professionals, the general public in person, by telephone and by written communications. Considerable skill in diplomacy, tact and persuasion is necessary.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualification as required of employees assigned to this job. Culpeper County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Culpeper County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.



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