Salary: $73,085.00 - $109,627.00 Annually
Location : Gloucester, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:Department: COMMONWEALTH ATTORNEY
Opening Date: 10/14/2026
DescriptionThe full salary range for this position is $73,085-$109,627, and the hiring salary will be based upon qualifications and experience. The Gloucester County Commonwealth Attorney's Office is seeking a qualified candidate to join their team as an Assistant Commonwealth Attorney I.The position is open until filled; review of applications begins immediately.Interested applicants are encouraged to apply!Under general supervision, the Assistant Commonwealth Attorney I performs professional work representing the Commonwealth in court. Prepares and prosecutes cases primarily in all local trial courts. Generally, works independently with supervision as needed. Work consists of case law research, preparation of legal briefs and motions, interviewing and preparing witnesses, and providing legal advice and expertise to law enforcement and other agencies during investigations. Work involves considerable public contact. Employee must exercise independent judgment, initiative, tact and courtesy in various phases of work.
Reports to the Commonwealth's Attorney.
Job Highlights - Serves as prosecutor for the Commonwealth.
- Performs legal research to support cases being prosecuted; prepares legal briefs and opinions.
- Establishes and maintains case files and other documentation to include any necessary grant related documentation that may fund and / or supplement this position.
- Prepares legal briefs and motions.
- Provides advice and guidance to law enforcement and other agencies.
- Responds to inquiries from members of the community.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains all policies and procedures set forth by the Commonwealth's Attorney including, but not limited to, a Statement of Appointment, Policy of Confidentiality and Social Media Policy.
For a complete job description:
Assistant Commonwealth Attorney I Qualifications - Possess a Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited school of law.
- Have a minimum of six months to three (3) years of legal experience or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience, that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
To be considered for this position,
a completed application with a minimum of 3 professional references must be listed on application. A cover letter, current writing sample and resume must also be submitted with the online application for consideration. Professional references are individuals who can attest to your job related knowledge, skills and abilities while working or in a volunteer capacity and are not family or personally related. Professional references should include job title, company name and address, phone numbers and email address if available.Special RequirementsMust be an active member, in good standing, of the Virginia State Bar. Gloucester County Government offers an excellent benefit package that includes health care coverage, leave program and retirement benefits for all regular full-time employees. Gloucester County participates in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) which requires a 5% mandatory contribution by employees.
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