Assistant County Attorney I

PLEASE NOTE: A resume and writing samples are required and must be attached prior to submitting the application online. Chesterfield County, Virginia, a nationally-recognized, award-winning local government, is seeking to hire a full-time Assistant County Attorney with a strong academic background, litigation experience, and excellent research and writing skills. Candidates must be licensed members of the Virginia State Bar in good standing, and must demonstrate knowledge of state and federal civil law principles and practices, as well as the procedures governing proceedings before state and federal courts (trial and appellate), boards, commissions and administrative agencies. A minimum of 3 years of legal experience concentrated on representing the employer in Workers’ Compensation matter through representation in front of the Workers’ Compensation Commission is preferred. A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and a license to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required at the time of application.  Candidates must demonstrate an understanding of the political and administrative environment in which local governments operate and the ability to advocate legal solutions with moral authority. Since candidates will be judged, in significant part, by the quality of their legal writing, candidates must provide writing samples to the County Attorney’s Office at the time of applying. Candidates will also be judged, in part, by references who are familiar with their character and professional achievements.

Current valid driver's license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia DMV point system, record must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months. Out of state driving records must be obtained by applicant and presented at time of interview. Record must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date. Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.

Provide legal counsel to county departments, officials, and employees; be responsible for a variety of complex legal matters and transactions; and represent the County and its officials and employees in litigation, often as part of litigation teams. Perform other work as required.

This position is a part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

Monday - Friday; 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; evenings and weekends may be required as necessary.

County Attorney's Office

Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion