Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney for Wythe County, Virginia

POSITION: #00008 Assistant Commonwealths Attorney for Wythe County, Virginia This position will close on October 28, 2026 at 3pm State applications, resumes and cover letters may be dropped off, mailed, or emailed to the office Commonwealth's Attorney Wythe County 225 South Fourth Street, Suite 104 Wytheville, VA 24382 Telephone 276-223-4130 Fax 276-223-4136 Position Class: ATTI Job Description: 1. Prosecute criminal cases in General District Court, Juvenile and Domestic Relations District court, and Circuit Court. 2. Assist and communicate with members of the public who have been victims of criminal activity. Responsibilities: 1. Prepares and prosecutes misdemeanor and felony criminal cases in Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court, General District Court, and Circuit Court. 2. Screens cases for prosecution. 3. Performs legal research. 4. Locates and interviews trial witnesses. 5. Prepares motions, orders, and other documents related to a case. 6. Investigates terms and conditions of bonds. 7. Prepares legal briefs and petitions to the Court of Appeals and Supreme Court. 8. Keeps abreast of appellate court opinions and understands their application to cases. 9. Maintains current knowledge of trends, legal issues and rulings, court opinions, legal procedures, and new state and local laws. 10. Provides services to the community outside of business hours, such as educational trainings for law enforcement, students, and civic groups. 11. Performs other tasks related to employment as required by the Commonwealths Attorney. Specifications: 1. Ability to perform intricate and rapid legal research and to prepare legal briefs to trial and appellate courts. 2. Ability to communicate effectively with law enforcement, expert witnesses, lay witnesses, and victims. 3. Ability to prepare and present complex cases before a trial court in a short period of time. 4. Ability to establish and maintain constructive, effective, and professional relationships with fellow attorneys, public officials, judicial officers, and the public. 5. Ability to present ideas and provide counsel effectively in writing and orally to professionals and lay persons. 6. Ability to manage a large caseload. 7. Strong writing and oral presentation skills a must. --------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Description of Job: Duties include assisting the Commonwealths Attorney in prosecuting criminal defendants; prepare and present legal briefs; review body worn camera video, jail calls and all other electronic social media information; prepare and present witnesses for trial, interview investigators, witnesses and victims regarding criminal case; prepare indictment forms, motions, proposed jury instructions, pleadings and notices; prepare and respond to discovery orders; make and evaluate plea offers. Special Requirements: Juris Doctorate degree from accredited institution, and licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia and be an Active Member in Good Standing with the Virginia State Bar. Please submit a resume, cover letter, and references (3 minimum - 2 professional, 1 personal) --------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Other Requirements: 1. Must have satisfactory results of a criminal history background check. 2. Juris Doctorate degree from Accredited institution and licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia and be an Active Member in Good Standing with the Virginia State Bar. Must possess good communication skills and a desire to work with the public in a demanding environment. Salary: Up to $98,475.00 Contact: Interested applicants should submit a state application, resume and cover letter to: Michael D. Jones Commonwealth's Attorney of Wythe County 235 South 4th Street, Suite 105 Wytheville, Virginia 24382 (276-223-4130) voice [email protected]