What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Attorney I position at City of Chesapeake?
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Staff Attorney I
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
CIRCUIT COURT
Division
CIRCUIT COURT
Requisition Number
202356P
Number of hours worked per week
40
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Work Site Location
Circuit Court Judges' Chambers
Position Driving Requirement
N - Never
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$68,701/annually
Job Description
Under the supervision of the Chief Staff Attorney, performs responsible and administrative work in assisting the Circuit Court Judges in the research and review of law and fact for cases; reviews briefs submitted by counsel and researches the law in cases under advisement; writes memoranda in which the facts of cases are outlined and/or statutes are discussed; conducts on the spot research concerning evidentiary, procedural, or other questions that arise during the course of a trial; attends court and listens to arguments of counsel on various motions made on the day of the trial; reviews cases scheduled for trial; prepares summaries and advises judges of jurisdictional, procedural, and evidentiary problems concerning the individual cases; provides judges with copies of applicable statutes, rules and relevant cases; responds to telephone inquires by attorneys or other individuals concerning procedural matters; reviews court orders to determine whether they comply with statutory requirements.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires a Juris Doctorate degree.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of one year of attorney-level legal experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a Commonwealth of Virginia Law License.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
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.
Requires a Juris Doctorate degree.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of one year of attorney-level legal experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a Commonwealth of Virginia Law License.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
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.
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
02/01/2023
Job Close Date
02/28/2023
Open Continuous
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications for the position of Staff Attorney I are reviewed and selected by the Office of the Chesapeake Circuit Court Judges’ Chambers. Applicants must provide resume, cover letter, and unofficial Law School transcript. Questions concerning this position should be directed to the Chief Staff Attorney, Nathaniel J. Berry, at nberry@cityofchesapeake.net
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Walking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Lifting
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Lifting Amount
Exerting up to 10 lbs
Carrying
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight
Exerting up to 10 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting up to 10 lbs
Reaching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Handling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Kneeling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Crouching
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Crawling
Never- Never occurs.
Bending
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Twisting
N = Never
Climbing
Never- Never occurs.
Balancing
Never- Never occurs.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls
N = Never
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Computer, telephone, fax machine, postage machine, copier
Protective Equipment Required
N/A
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
N = Never
Chemical Hazards
N = Never
Electrical Hazards
N = Never
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
N = Never
Physical Danger or Abuse
N = Never
Other
If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
N = Never
Extreme Temperatures
N = Never
Noise and Vibration
N = Never
Fumes and Odors
N = Never
Wetness/Humidity
N = Never
Darkness or Poor Lighting
N = Never
Primary Work Location
Office Environment
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Emergency Situations
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
In the absence of the employee, or if assistance is needed due to a deadline, other employees that hold this same position can assist the employee in all assigned tasks.
Verification of Employment
Verification of Employment
Please provide contact information for two professional references.
Minimum Requests
2
Maximum Requests
4
Salary : $68,701 - $0
