Description:
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. Completes work within the framework and mandates of any grant funding this position.
Work involves considerable public contact. Employee must exercise independent judgment, initiative, tact and courtesy in various phases of work. This position is grant funded. In the event that grant funding is not sufficient to cover costs associated with this position, this position may be modified to conform to available grant funding or otherwise be eliminated.
Reports to the Commonwealth's Attorney.
Job Highlights:
- Serves as prosecutor for the Commonwealth; gathers and analyzes evidence in cases and reviews pertinent decisions, policies, regulations, and other legal matters pertaining to case; interviews and prepares witnesses; appears against accused in court of law and presents evidence before judge, jury, or other judiciary.
- 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.
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Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited school of law.
- 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.
