Senior Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney
Listed on 2026-02-28
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Law/Legal
Lawyer, Legal Counsel, Legal Assistant, Civil Law
Introduction
If you believe in real criminal justice reform and the core values of fairness, honesty, and integrity, come join our team. The Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney for Prince William County, Cities of Manassas & Manassas Park is looking for Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorneys.
AboutThe Role
Our office values Community Involvement, Work-life Balance, and Professional Development. As an experienced prosecutor you will be assigned to one of five units:
Violent Crimes, Special Investigations, Domestic Violence, Juvenile Offenders, or Special Victims. The position reports directly to its unit’s Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney.
Duties will include overseeing daily dockets that are not otherwise assigned, handling a full caseload at all levels of Court, and responding to calls and questions from citizens, law enforcement, and defense counsel.
QualificationsPosition requires a Juris Doctorate degree and five or more years of related experience. The selected applicant must be skilled at legal research and writing and able to work both independently and collaboratively in an office that values civility, initiative, sound judgment, and skilled advocacy.
Special RequirementsMust be a member of the Virginia State Bar in good standing.
Salary$ - $ Annual
BenefitsBenefit Programs (pwcva.gov). Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.
ApplicationPlease attach a resume and cover letter to the attention of the Honorable Amy Ashworth, Commonwealth’s Attorney. This is an at-will position which serves at the pleasure of the Commonwealth's Attorney.
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