City of Hampton, VA

You will represent the Commonwealth in a variety of different settings which can include: General District Court, Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court and Circuit Court.. Prosecutes felony criminal cases in General District Court and Circuit Court including homicides, robberies, narcotics, firearm offenses, and gang activity.. Prosecutes misdemeanor cases in General District Court (and appeals in Circuit Court) including DUI, shoplifting, and firearm-related offenses.. Graduation from an accredited law school with an LLB or JD degree and licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia.. Health insurance offered through Optima Health ().

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Salary : $73,242.00 - $80,566.00 Annually Location : Hampton, VA Job Type: Full-Time Permanent Job Number: 07585 Department: COMMONWEALTH ATTORNEY Opening Date: 04/24/2023 Function Hampton's Commonwealth's Attorney's Office announces exciting opportunities to serve the community in a highly collaborative environment. Do you value integrity, trust, respect, accountability, creativity, collaboration and customer service? If you answered "yes" then the City of Hampton has an opportunity for you! Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement, flexible and/or remote work opportunities positions, and other benefits. If you embody the following attributes, consider joining our dynamic Commonwealth Attorney Team: <ul> <li>Detailed, yet creative problem-solver </li><li>High level of diplomacy, tact and confidentiality </li><li>Versatile and enthusiastic team player </li><li>Effective oral and written communicator </li> </ul>You will represent the Commonwealth in a variety of different settings which can include: General District Court, Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court and Circuit Court. Responsible for juvenile and felony case prosecutions in all of the courts and the corresponding legal research, drafting and review of legal pleadings related to assigned cases. Examples of Work<ul><li>Conducts trials or other court hearings. </li></ul><ul><li>Presents cases, arguments, and motions in court. </li></ul><ul><li>Prosecutes felony criminal cases in General District Court and Circuit Court including homicides, robberies, narcotics, firearm offenses, and gang activity. </li></ul><ul><li>Prosecutes misdemeanor cases in General District Court (and appeals in Circuit Court) including DUI, shoplifting, and firearm-related offenses. </li></ul><ul><li>Reviews files; examines evidence and brainstorms case strategies; prepares discovery for cases; speaks with/prepares witnesses. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Organizes plea agreements. </li></ul><ul><li>Conducts extensive legal research; researches relevant case law; studies new developments in criminal law </li> </ul><ul> <li>Adheres to the Rules of Professional Responsibility for Attorneys. </li></ul><ul><li>Answers calls and fields questions from witnesses/police officers; advises law enforcement officers regarding charging decisions, arrests, searches, etc. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Updates and maintains files. </li></ul><ul><li>Updates supervisor on cases. </li><li>Responds to appeals briefs/motions. </li><li>Advises on paperwork/feedback with paralegal/support staff. </li><li>Demonstrates punctuality and regular attendance. </li><li>Performs other duties as assigned. </li> </ul> Qualifications Graduation from an accredited law school with an LLB or JD degree and licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Active membership in good standing in the Virginia State Bar. Experience in criminal prosecution is preferred. Must have the ability to analyze, appraise and apply legal principles and precedents to difficult legal problems; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with a broad range of individuals; ability to resolve problems promptly and diplomatically. In addition, requires the ability to present cases in court and the ability to speak extemporaneously and persuasively. Any person offered employment in this position must successfully complete a criminal background check. Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. Features Performs duties under the supervision of designated senior management. Requires extensive contact with the general public, court officials, representatives of law enforcement and judicial agencies, victims, witnesses, as well as other public and private organizations. Requires continuing legal education. Requires extensive research and analysis requiring hours beyond the normal 40 hour work week. Requires some evening meetings. This is an exempt position. Benefits Overview<ul> <li>The following plans are available the first of the month following one full calendar month of employment: </li><li>-Health insurance </li><li>-Dental insurance </li><li>-Vision insurance </li><li>-Reimbursement accounts </li><li>Health insurance offered through Optima Health (). For more information on the provider network and pharmacies, see the The vision plan is offered through EyeMed Vision Care. For more information, see the </li><li>Three dental plans are offered through Delta Dental (Delta Care, Delta Dental PPO, and Delta Dental PPO Plus) . For more information, see the </li><li>Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately. </li><li>The eleven paid holidays each year include: </li><li>New Year's Day </li><li>Martin Luther King, Jr. Day </li><li>President's Day </li><li>Memorial Day </li><li>Juneteenth Day </li><li>Independence Day </li><li>Labor Day </li><li>Veterans' Day </li><li>Thanksgiving Day </li><li>Christmas Day </li><li>Employee's birthday </li><li>A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (). For more information, see the </li><li>Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company. Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (). For more information, see the </li><li>Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development. </li><li>Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays. </li><li>The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (, or </li><li>Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature. Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce. </li><li>Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate. </li> </ul> 01 Have you graduated from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved law school? <ul> <li>Yes</li> <li>No</li> </ul> 02 Are you licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia? <ul> <li>Yes</li> <li>No</li> </ul> 03 Are you an active member in good standing with the Virginia State Bar? <ul> <li>Yes</li> <li>No</li> </ul> 04 Which of the options below best describes your legal experience as a practicing attorney? <ul> <li>No experience</li> <li>Less than 1 year of experience</li> <li>1-2 years of experience</li> <li>3-4 years of experience</li> <li>5-6 years of experience</li> <li>7 or more years of experience</li> </ul> 05 Which option best describes your experience in criminal prosecution? <ul> <li>No experience</li> <li>1-2 years experience</li> <li>3-5 years experience</li> <li>More than 5 years experience</li> </ul> 06 I understand I must submit a cover letter, resume and writing sample with my on-line application in order to be considered for this position. <ul> <li>Yes</li> <li>No</li> </ul> 07 I understand this position requires considerable research and analysis, trial preparation and often requires hours beyond the normal workweek. It also requires some evening meetings. <ul> <li>Yes</li> <li>No</li> </ul> 08 This position requires the successful completion of a Virginia Criminal History Background Check. I understand that this is required. <ul> <li>Yes</li> <li>No</li> </ul> 09 I understand this position is exempt. <ul> <li>Yes</li> <li>No</li> </ul> 10 This position may require that you possess a valid Virginia Motor Vehicle Operator License and have a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton criteria. Failure to provide your driver's license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your driver's license number by entering it below: 11 Are you authorized to work in the United States? <ul> <li>Yes</li> <li>No</li> </ul> Required Question

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