Assistant Commonwealth Attorney III

The Loudoun County Commonwealth Attorney's Office seeks a full-time Senior Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney. The selected candidate will be responsible for the management and prosecution of cases in General District and Circuit Courts; Manages felony caseload; Coordinates witnesses and follows investigative matters with law enforcement through the preliminary hearing stage; Evaluates and screens cases for disposal in District Court or indictment in Circuit Court; Provides performance direction, feedback, mentoring, coaching and training to staff; Promotes teamwork and collaboration.

The selected applicant must be:

• able to manage a heavy caseload;
• skilled at legal research and writing;
• able to work both independently and collaboratively in an office that values integrity, civility, initiative, sound judgment and skilled advocacy.

Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.

Requires a Juris Doctor Degree (JD) from an accredited law school and three (3) years of experience as a licensed practicing attorney; a license to practice in Virginia is required.

Preferred experience with jury trial and public relations experience in legal field related to assigned area and with extensive operational or administrative experience.