Clerk

Department:

COMMONWEALTH'S ATTORNEY

Compensation Grade:

G15

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Salary Range: $35,193.60 - 54,849.60
Starting salary is dependent on qualifications and comparable experience.

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):

No

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

About Us:

Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.

Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:

The Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney is responsible for prosecuting those charged with violating the criminal laws of Virginia in Virginia Beach. We are seeking a clerk who will perform clerical work as assigned.  Must be willing to work in a high-volume, team-driven office environment supporting specialized clients and agencies in the prosecution of criminal activity.  This position will work directly with the Body Worn Camera Program, which includes technology-based tasks, processing body-worn camera footage and other digital evidence that is shared with our office.   

Assigned responsibilities require a timely and professional response.  Must be able to sit and operate a computer terminal for up to 6 hours each day.  Work performed is often of a sensitive or confidential nature and employee shall remain in conformance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations. Individual must be able to evaluate the given tasks and respond accordingly with little supervision quickly and accurately.

Preferences for this position include:  

• Academic degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Legal Studies, or a related field

• Coursework or training related to legal terminology, court systems, or law enforcement procedures

• Experience working within the criminal justice system (e.g., law enforcement, courts, probation, or corrections)

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Experience with data entry and maintaining digital records

• Experience with computer databases and/or case management systems

• Clerical experience in a legal, government, or law enforcement office setting

• Familiarity with handling confidential or sensitive information (complying with CJIS standards)

Duties can include:  

• Ensuring compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, general orders, rules, regulations, and standards; ensures maintenance, availability, confidentiality, and release of records to authorized individuals per established guidelines.

• Ensuring all body-worn camera recording footage and all other digital evidence is properly cataloged and easily accessed and cross-referenced with case files.

• Operating a computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data; verifying accuracy of entered data and makes corrections; utilizing word processing, databases, or other programs. 

• Exercising good organizational skills while demonstrating the ability to be detail-oriented in carrying out assigned tasks. 

• Performing general clerical tasks, which may include answering telephone calls, entering data into a computer, making copies, sending/receiving faxes, filing documentation, or prepares outgoing mail/packages, or receiving incoming mail. 

• Being the first point of contact for law enforcement and citizens who interact with our office. 

• Performing other duties as assigned and related work as required.

  A cover letter and resume are required in addition to the application.

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Why Work With Us?

The Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office offers a unique opportunity to serve your community while enjoying a fulfilling and rewarding career. With competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and a commitment to work-life balance, this is a great place to grow professionally and personally.

At the Commonwealth's Attorney's Office, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive, balanced, and rewarding work environment for our employees. As part of our commitment to your success and well-being, we offer a wide range of incentives and benefits designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

Incentives and Benefits:

• Flexible Work Options:  Enjoy the flexibility of working from home (WFH) periodically after an evaluation period.

• Generous Paid Time Off:  With 15 paid holidays each year, we ensure you have ample time to recharge and spend with loved ones. 

• Comprehensive Health Benefits:  Your health is our priority. Our benefits package includes access to medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy.

• Life Insurance Coverage: Feel secure knowing you are covered with life insurance as part of our commitment to your long-term well-being.

• Robust Retirement Benefits: We want you to have peace of mind for the future. Take advantage of our competitive retirement plan options, including a pension program, to help you plan for a comfortable retirement.

• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Programs:  We understand the burden of student loans. Since we are public service, many employees have the potential for public service student loan forgiveness programs to ease your financial journey.

• Tuition Reimbursement: Whether you're pursuing a degree or continuing education, we support your professional growth with tuition reimbursement programs to assist with educational expenses.

• Collaborative and Inclusive Work Environment: Work alongside passionate professionals in a positive and inclusive environment that values teamwork, integrity, and service to the community.

Additional requirements:
• DMV Transcript: No
• CDL: No
• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No
• CPS Check: No
• Physical: No
• Respirator: No
• Psychological Screening: No
• Polygraph: No
• At Will: Yes

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: Requires any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience equivalent to two (2) years in fields providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with such positions as clerk or office assistant. Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Skills:

Criminal Justice, Data Entry, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook

Working Conditions:

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business. 

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Official Job Descriptions:

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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.