Employment

Information presented below is provided as a service to Virginia Commonwealth's Attorney's offices. The Commonwealth's Attorneys' Services Council assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of listings for positions for agencies other than its own. Commonwealth's Attorney's offices wishing to list employment opportunities on this site should complete a job information form and submit it to lamar3@wm.edu.

11 Position Listed

Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney Positions (9)
Specialized Positions (Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, etc.) (1)
Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney Positions (0)

Other Positions (1)

Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney Positions

Locality:

Williamsburg/James City County

Job Title:

Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney

Salary/Salary Range:

$50,000 or greater, depending on experience

Start Date:

7/1/2012 (Posted May 16, 2012)

Closing Date:

6/1/2012

Description of job:

Prosecute cases in Williamsburg/James City County General District Court, Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court, and Circuit Court.

Special Requirements:

Contact:

Nathan R. Green

Title:

Commonwealth’s Attorney

Address:

5201 Monticello Avenue, Suite 4, Williamsburg, VA

E-mail:

ngreen@wjcc-ca.hrcoxmail.com

Locality:

Wythe County

Job Title:

Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney (ATTI)

Salary/Salary Range:

$45,385

Start Date:

As soon as possible (Posted May 11, 2012)

Closing Date:

Open until filled.

Description of job:

This position is responsible for, but not limited to, preparing and presenting criminal cases on behalf of the Commonwealth and local jurisdiction, prosecutes misdemeanor and felony cases in the General District Court, the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court, and the Circuit Court; performs supporting legal research, drafts, memoranda of law and briefs in opposition to petitions for appeal.

Special Requirements:

Applicant must be licensed to prosecute in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Submit cover letter, writing sample, resume, and references.

Contact:

Gerald E. Mabe, II

Title:

Commonwealth’s Attorney

Address:

235 South Fourth Street, Suite 105, Wytheville, Virginia 24382

E-mail:

gemabe@wytheco.org

Locality:

Hampton

Job Title:

Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney I

Salary/Salary Range:

$53,060.00 - $84,897.00 Annually

Start Date:

As soon as possible (Posted May 4, 2012)

Closing Date:

May 17, 2012

Description of job:

Job Description.

Special Requirements:

A City of Hampton job application must be completed for this position. Please visit www.hampton.gov to view the posting under jobs and complete an online application. Please include your cover letter and resume with your application.

Contact:

John Haugh

Title:

Chief Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney

Address:

2366 N. King Street, Hampton, VA 23669

E-mail:

jhaugh@hampton.gov

Locality:

Gloucester County

Job Title:

Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney

Salary/Salary Range:

$45,161 - $90,654 Depending on Qualifications

Start Date:

April 16, 2012 (Posted April 23, 2012)

Closing Date:

May 10, 2012

Description of job:

Performs legal work representing the Commonwealth in court. Prepares, researches, and prosecutes assigned cases and provides legal advice to law enforcement personnel regarding investigations. Experienced prosecutors manage master dockets, handle grand jury proceedings, conduct special investigations, provide training to law enforcement personnel, and supervise support staff.

Special Requirements:

Cover letter, current writing sample, and resume submitted with online application and minimum of 3 professional references listed on application. For complete job description(s)(Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney I, II or IV) and to apply on-line, visit our website: www.gloucesterva.jobs

Contact:

Pat Michura

Title:

Director of Human Resources

Address:

6467 Main St, Gloucester VA 23061

E-mail:

pmichura@gloucesterva.info

Locality:

Shenandoah County

Job Title:

Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney

Salary/Salary Range:

$45,385 - $50,385

Start Date:

Immediately (Posted March 30, 2012)

Closing Date:

Open until filled.

Description of job:

Prosecute felony, misdemeanor and delinquency matters in all courts on behalf of the Commonwealth and local jurisdictions. Perform any and all other responsibilities as assigned.

Special Requirements:

Applicant must be licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Submit resume and references.

Contact:

Amanda McDonald Wiseley

Title:

Commonwealth’s Attorney

Address:

215 Mill Road, Suite 109, Woodstock, Virginia 22664

E-mail:

awiseley@shenandoahcountyva.us

Locality:

Halifax County

Job Title:

Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney

Salary/Salary Range:

$45,000 - $52,000

Start Date:

Immediate. (Posted March 9, 2012)

Closing Date:

Open until filled

Description of job:

Preparing and prosecuting misdemeanors and felonies at all court levels.

Special Requirements:

Prefer currently licensed Virginia attorney. Recent graduates with prior third year practice criminal trial experience will also be considered. Send resume and references to:

Contact:

Kim Slayton White kwhite@co.halifax.va.us or to the mailing address below.

Title:

Commonwealth's Attorney

Address:

PO Box 550, Halifax, VA 24558

E-mail:

kwhite@co.halifax.va.us

Locality:

Petersburg

Job Title:

Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney II

Salary/Salary Range:

$45,385.00

Start Date:

As soon as possible (Posted February 27, 2012)

Closing Date:

3/12/12

Description of job:

Prosecution of felony and misdemeanor cases in all courts with other duties as assigned by Commonwealth Attorney. Experience Preferred.

Special Requirements:

Graduate of accredited law school and active membership in good standing with the Virginia State Bar.

Contact:

Cheryl J. Wilson

Title:

Deputy Commonwealth Attorney

Address:

150 N Sycamore Street, Petersburg, VA 23803

E-mail:

cjwgood@aol.com

Locality:

City of Winchester

Job Title:

Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney I

Salary/Salary Range:

$43,326.40-$69,305.60

Start Date:

As soon as possible (Posted February 22, 2012)

Closing Date:

Open until filled

Description of job:

Our team of 6 attorneys and 6 staff serves the City of Winchester’s 26,000 people. This position performs difficult skilled legal and professional work; does related work as required. Work is performed under the minimal supervision of the senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney. Work is concentrated on misdemeanor and felony prosecution. Must be licensed in State of Virginia.

Only online applications through www.winchesterva.gov/ will be accepted: please do not mail resumes.

Special Requirements:

JD and Virginia licensure.

Contact:

Matt Reges

Title:

Office Assistant

Address:

E-mail:

mreges@ci.winchester.va.us

Locality:

City of Bristol

Job Title:

ATTII – Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney

Salary/Salary Range:

45,385

Start Date:

September 19, 2011 or as soon thereafter as practical (Posted August 29, 2011)

Closing Date:

N/A

Description of job:

Trial attorney to prosecute misdemeanor and felony cases in Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court, General District Court and Circuit Court. Perform any and all other responsibilities as assigned by the Commonwealth’s Attorney.

Special Requirements:

Applicant must be licensed to practice law in Virginia.
Prefer at least two years prosecution experience, including jury trials.

Submit cover letter, resume, writing sample and references.

Contact:

Jerry Allen Wolfe

Title:

Commonwealth’s Attorney

Address:

210 Piedmont Avenue, Suite 2, Bristol, Virginia 24201

E-mail:

jawolfe@bristolva.org

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Specialized Positions (Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, etc.)

Locality:

Newport News

Job Title:

Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney (PART-TIME)

Salary/Salary Range:

24.00/hr. (Grant)

Start Date:

As soon as possible (Posted May 3, 2012)

Closing Date:

Until Filled

Description of job:

Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney position is available to prosecute domestic violence cases in General District, Circuit Court, and Juvenile & Domestic Relations Courts. Criminal defense/prosecution experience desirable. Background investigation and admission to the Virginia State Bar required.

Special Requirements:

Innovation, creativity, and an ability to work with all types of people are necessary.

Contact:

Ruth Burdge, 757-926-7443

Title:

Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney

Address:

2501 Washington Avenue, 6th Floor, Newport News, VA 23607

E-mail:

rgiffin@nngov.com

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Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney Positions

NONE AT THIS TIME.

Other Positions

The Civil Rights Division’s website now includes division-specific information for candidates seeking employment through the Attorney General’s Honors Program and the Summer Law Intern Program. http://www.justice.gov/crt/honors_opps.php.

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Commonwealth's Attorneys' Services Council

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P.O.Box 3549
Williamsburg, Virginia 23187
Phone: 757-253-4146
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