Qureos Mentor

Fairfax County Government

<div><div><div><div><div><b>Salary</b><div>
</div></div></div><div><div>$87,024.91 - $145,041.94 Annually</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Location
</b></div></div><div></div><div><div>FAIRFAX (FH22), VA</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Type</b></div>
</div><div><div>FT Salary W BN</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Job Number</b></div>
</div><div><div>26-00370</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Department</b></div>
</div><div><div>Housing &amp; Community Dev</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Opening Date</b></div>
</div><div><div>02/28/2026</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Closing Date</b></div>
</div><div><div>3/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Pay Grade</b></div>
</div><div><div>S29</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Type</b></div>
</div><div><div>Open to General Public</div></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Announcement</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Make a difference &ndash; join our team to empower communities and build futures!<br>
<br>
The Fairfax County Department of Housing and Community Development works in partnership with the Redevelopment and Housing Authority to serve the people of Fairfax County by creating housing opportunities to promote inclusive and thriving communities. Help make our vision of a community everyone can afford to call home a reality!<br>
<br>
Fairfax County&rsquo;s Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) seeks a highly skilled IT professional to manage complex technology initiatives, align solutions with business objectives, and support mission-critical operations. Assist in HCD technology projects from requirements analysis through design, deployment, and support. Serve as liaison with DIT (Department of Information Technology) and vendors to align solutions with business objectives. Define scope, coordinate resources, and direct staff and consultants to deliver high-quality outcomes. Maintain documentation, track milestones, and resolve issues while ensuring adherence to Agile and waterfall methodologies. Collaborate with analysts and end users to improve processes and applications. Perform systems analysis and design, develop architecture diagrams, and execute advanced data analysis, modeling, and reporting. Create queries to extract and interpret data from enterprise systems, ensuring integrity and accessibility. Utilize MS development suite, SQL Management Studio, SQL Developer, and contemporary programming tools. Deliver dashboards and visualizations to support decision-making. Evaluate emerging technologies, including generative AI, to enhance efficiency and security. Monitor existing systems for optimization, conduct risk-benefit analyses, and apply best practices for compliance and performance. Provide technical support for network servers and ensure integration with enterprise applications. Oversee help desk operations, troubleshoot issues, and ensure timely resolution. Manage hardware deployments, imaging, and asset inventory. Implement network protocols and connectivity solutions for secure access. Coordinate with IT teams and vendors to minimize downtime and support audiovisual needs for meetings. Conduct audits for compliance and system integrity. Provide guidance and training to junior IT staff, manage workloads, and promote collaboration to deliver high-quality technology solutions. Act as backup for team members to maintain continuity of operations. Communicate performance metrics and workload status to the IT Manager for strategic planning.<br>
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Read about Fairfax County Department of Housing and Community Development, click here. Review the Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority Fiscal Year 2024 annual report here.<br>
<br>
We are committed to the One Fairfax Policy by intentionally considering equity when making policies, delivering programs and services, considering diverse ideas and perspectives, and communicating with transparency in the decision-making processes. Click here to learn more about the One Fairfax policy.<br>
<br>
Fairfax County Government offers a thriving career and workplace culture. Watch these videos to learn more:</p><ul><li>
Click here to watch a video on Working for Fairfax County Government</li><li>
Click here to watch a video on benefits offered by Fairfax County Government.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Employment Standards</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</b><br>
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
<br>
<i>(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies)</i><br>
Bachelor's degree in business, computer science or a field related to the department where the IT services are being used: plus four years of experience analyzing business processes and/or developing/maintaining the main business system, technical platform, or a related system.<br>
<br>
<b>NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:</b><br>
The appointee to the position must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check and a driving record check.<br>
<br>
<b>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b>:</p><ul><li>
Demonstrated ability to manage complex IT projects, define scope, coordinate resources, and deliver results using Agile and waterfall approaches.</li><li>
Proven experience meeting business requirements through technical solutions, including vendor coordination and stakeholder communication.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of .NET Core framework, SQL Server, and application development, with the ability to leverage data analytics and visualization tools such as Power BI.</li><li>
Proficiency in advanced SQL, data modeling, and creating queries for enterprise data warehouses; familiarity with ETL processes and data governance best practices.</li><li>
Experience in performing predictive modeling and automation using tools to deliver executive-level dashboards through visualization platforms.</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical users and leadership.</li><li>
Experience with Yardi housing software or similar enterprise housing platforms.</li><li>
Knowledge of public housing business processes.</li><li>
Understanding of network topology, server infrastructure, and telecommunications.</li><li>
Experience with help desk operations, asset management, and endpoint administration, including hardware imaging and configuration.</li></ul><br>
<b>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</b>:<br>
Ability to drive a motor vehicle and maintain a valid driver s license.<br>
Ability to read information on a computer monitor; effectively communicate; operate keyboard-driven equipment and<br>
computer.<br>
Ability to stand, stoop, bend, stretch, walk, climb, sit, kneel, crouch, reach, crawl, lift and handle materials with manual<br>
dexterity.<br>
May occasionally work in outdoor weather conditions.<br>
Work is generally active in nature; incumbent must be sufficiently mobile and frequently move about to perform<br>
essential job duties; may be required to move items up to 25 pounds in weight.<br>
All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.<br>
<br>
<b>SELECTION PROCEDURE:</b><br>
Panel interview and may include a practical exercise.<br>
<br>
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.<p><b><br>
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.</b><br>
<br>
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.</p><p>
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Business Analyst III

<div><div><div><div><div><b>Salary</b><div>
</div></div></div><div><div>$102,392.99 - $170,655.06 Annually</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Location
</b></div></div><div></div><div><div>FAIRFAX (FJ16), VA</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Type</b></div>
</div><div><div>FT Salary W BN</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Job Number</b></div>
</div><div><div>26-00288</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Department</b></div>
</div><div><div>Commonwealths Attorney</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Opening Date</b></div>
</div><div><div>02/14/2026</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Closing Date</b></div>
</div><div><div>3/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Pay Grade</b></div>
</div><div><div>S33</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Type</b></div>
</div><div><div>Open to General Public</div></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Announcement</b></h2></div>
<div><p>This is an exciting time to join the Fairfax Commonwealth&rsquo;s Attorney&rsquo;s Office, as the office embarks on an ambitious criminal justice reform agenda aimed at mitigating mass incarceration while maintaining Fairfax County&rsquo;s track record as the safest community of its size in the nation. After taking office in January 2020, Commonwealth&rsquo;s Attorney Steve Descano&rsquo;s initiatives have included restructuring the office to produce accountability around reform, ending the practice of prosecutors requesting cash bail, and launching a dedicated Red Flag Team, among others. The office seeks team members who are passionate about justice reform and public service to continue delivering on CA Descano&rsquo;s commitment to build a more fair and just legal system in Fairfax County.<br>
<br>
<b>Position Summary</b><br>
The Senior Assistant Commonwealth&rsquo;s Attorney (SACA) represents the Commonwealth of Virginia when there have been violations of criminal law. The SACA will be assigned the prosecution of traffic, misdemeanor and felony criminal cases across Fairfax County&rsquo;s three courts (General District Court, Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court, and Circuit Court). Cases are assigned based on the level of experience, and the SACA will have the ability to take on more serious and complex cases as their knowledge and skills develop.<br>
<br>
The SACA will be in trial court on most days. Duties include preparing arguments for court; conducting legal research; writing motions; and consulting with officers, victims, and witnesses in advance. Paralegals and administrative staff assist in the preparation of dockets.<br>
<br>
The SACA is a mid-level manager and will directly oversee a team of 4-6 line attorneys, assisting them in prepping their own cases and dockets.<br>
<br>
The ideal candidate will be organized, flexible, and have a strong sense of justice. They will also be able to make decisions under pressure, proactively assist more junior attorneys, and model good discretion in the office.<br>
<br>
<b>HOW TO APPLY:</b><b> Interested applicants should submit a resume directly to </b><b>Laura Birnbaum at </b><b>Laura.Birnbaum@fairfaxcounty.gov</b><b>.</b><br>
<br>
<b>Note: This job advertisement is open until the closing date OR until the position is filled, and may close prior to the advertised closing date. Interested applicants are advised to submit their resume as soon as possible. </b>Resumes will be reviewed, and qualified applicants interviewed on a continuous basis. Interviews may be conducted on a regular basis throughout the recruitment with candidates whose qualifications best fit our needs. If your resume is received later in the recruitment process, it may not be reviewed or considered. The resume review process will close when the position(s) have been filled or when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been reviewed.</p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Illustrative Duties</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Represents the Commonwealth of Virginia in prosecutions of violations of criminal law;</li><li>
Prosecutes major felony cases in Circuit Court jury and bench trials, specializing in the most serious cases;</li><li>
Acts as a subject matter expert for other attorneys and law enforcement personnel on a specialized area of law;</li><li>
Attends training in area of specialization;</li><li>
Conducts training for lower level attorneys in area of specialization;</li><li>
Conducts legal research and composes briefs in opposition to constitutional motions and petitions for appeal;</li><li>
Advises and supervises lower level attorneys in case preparation and trial performance;</li><li>
Advises County and State law enforcement officials concerning the investigation of criminal violations and trial preparation;</li><li>
Reviews search warrants, affidavits, and court orders submitted by law enforcement for obtaining of evidence related to criminal cases;</li><li>
Advises citizens of Fairfax County on issues relating to criminal law violations in the community and court procedure.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Knowledge of the principles of law and their application;</li><li>
Knowledge of trial procedure and the rules of evidence;</li><li>
Thorough knowledge of all facets of criminal law; including trial practice, motion practice, and appellate practice;</li><li>
Knowledge of the criminal laws under the Code of Virginia and Fairfax County Code and the court decisions affecting the prosecution of those laws;</li><li>
Knowledge of legal research methods;</li><li>
Ability to effectively and efficiently prosecute all major felonies;</li><li>
Thorough knowledge of a specialized area of criminal prosecution;</li><li>
Ability to train and advise lower level attorneys and law enforcement personnel in a specialized area of criminal prosecution;</li><li>
Ability to supervise and instruct lower level attorneys in general aspects of case preparation and trial performance;</li><li>
Ability to present statements of fact, law and argument clearly and logically;</li><li>
Ability to interview victims, witnesses and law enforcement to obtain the necessary information to prosecute criminal cases;</li><li>
Ability to maintain an effective working relations hip with associates, law enforcement officials, the judiciary and the general public.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Employment Standards</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</b><br>
Must be an active member in good standing of the Virginia State Bar.<br>
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: <i>(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for &ldquo;Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to&rdquo;)</i><br>
Graduation from an accredited law school; plus three years of experience as a practicing attorney.<br>
<br>
<b>CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED:</b><br>
<b>Virginia State Bar License in Good Standing (Required at the time of application)</b><br>
<br>
<b>NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:</b></p><ul><li>
The appointee to the position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer</li><li>
Employment to this position is at-will, serving at the pleasure of the Fairfax Commonwealth's Attorney.</li></ul><br>
<b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b><br>
The SACA must be able to:<ul><li>
Communicate effectively and professionally with law enforcement personnel, defense attorneys, and judicial officers.</li><li>
Effectively and professionally address, with sensitivity, victims of crime.</li><li>
Work proficiently in a collaborative team environment and engage people of various social, economic, cultural, ideological, racial and ethnic backgrounds.</li><li>
Remain organized in a fast-paced work environment and make decisions under pressure.</li><li>
Monitor the workflow of more junior team members and assist when necessary.</li></ul>
A successful SACA will also:<ul><li>
Have a strong sense of justice with which to evaluate cases and support decision-making, modeling good prosecutor&rsquo;s discretion for all staff.</li><li>
Be supportive of colleagues in and out of court.</li><li>
Proactively assist more junior attorneys.</li></ul><br>
Many of the desired skills can be developed in professional and personal contexts outside of the legal field. Candidates with unique or non-traditional backgrounds are encouraged to apply.<br>
<br>
<b>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:</b><br>
Duties are generally sedentary, performed in a normal office environment. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.<br>
<br>
<b>SELECTION PROCEDURE:</b><br>
May include a panel interview and a practical exercise. This job advertisement is open until the closing date OR until the position is filled, and may close prior to the advertised closing date. Interested applicants are advised to submit their resume as soon as possible. Resumes will be reviewed, and qualified applicants interviewed on a continuous basis. Interviews may be conducted on a regular basis throughout the recruitment with candidates whose qualifications best fit our needs. If your resume is received later in the recruitment process, it may not be reviewed or considered. The resume review process will close when the position(s) have been filled or when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been reviewed.<div><br>
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.</div><p><b>
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.</b></p><p>
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov. EEO/AA/TTY.</p><p>
#LI-AL1</p><p><b>
Requisition 26-00288</b></p></div></div></div><p></p>

Senior Assistant Commonwealth Attorney

<div><div><div><div><div><b>Salary</b><div>
</div></div></div><div><div>$93,072.72 - $155,120.58 Annually</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Location
</b></div></div><div></div><div><div>FAIRFAX (FJ16), VA</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Type</b></div>
</div><div><div>FT Salary W BN</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Job Number</b></div>
</div><div><div>26-00287</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Department</b></div>
</div><div><div>Commonwealths Attorney</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Opening Date</b></div>
</div><div><div>02/14/2026</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Closing Date</b></div>
</div><div><div>3/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Pay Grade</b></div>
</div><div><div>S31</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Type</b></div>
</div><div><div>Open to General Public</div></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Announcement</b></h2></div>
<div><p>This is an exciting time to join the Fairfax Commonwealth&rsquo;s Attorney&rsquo;s Office, as the office embarks on an ambitious criminal justice reform agenda aimed at mitigating mass incarceration while maintaining Fairfax County&rsquo;s track record as the safest community of its size in the nation. After taking office in January 2020, Commonwealth&rsquo;s Attorney Steve Descano&rsquo;s initiatives have included restructuring the office to produce accountability around reform, ending the practice of prosecutors requesting cash bail, and launching a dedicated Red Flag Team, among others. The office seeks team members who are passionate about justice reform and public service to continue delivering on CA Descano&rsquo;s commitment to build a more fair and just legal system in Fairfax County.<br>
<br>
<b>Position Summary</b><br>
The Assistant Commonwealth Attorney III represents the Commonwealth of Virginia when there have been violations of criminal law. The ACA III will be assigned the prosecution of traffic, misdemeanor and felony criminal cases across Fairfax County&rsquo;s three courts (General District Court, Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court, and Circuit Court).<br>
<br>
Common case assignments include larceny, DUI, assault, and drug possession. Cases are assigned based on the level of experience, and the ACA III will have the ability to take on more serious and complex cases (homicide, robbery, abduction, fraud, and sex cases) as their knowledge and skills develop.<br>
<br>
The ACA III will be in trial court on most days. Duties include preparing arguments for court; conducting legal research; writing motions; and consulting with officers, victims, and witnesses in advance. Paralegals and administrative staff assist in the preparation of dockets.<br>
<br>
The ideal candidate will be organized, flexible, and have a strong sense of justice. They will also be able to make decisions under pressure and advise more junior attorneys where appropriate.<br>
<br>
<b>HOW TO APPLY:</b><b> Interested applicants should submit a resume </b><b>directly to Laura Birnbaum at </b><b>Laura.Birnbaum@fairfaxcounty.gov</b><b>.</b><br>
<br>
<b>Note:</b><b> This job advertisement is open until the closing date OR until the position is filled, and may close prior to the advertised closing date. Interested applicants are advised to submit their resume as soon as possible. </b>Resumes will be reviewed, and qualified applicants interviewed on a continuous basis. Interviews may be conducted on a regular basis throughout the recruitment with candidates whose qualifications best fit our needs. If your resume is received later in the recruitment process, it may not be reviewed or considered. The resume review process will close when the position(s) has been filled or when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been reviewed.</p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Illustrative Duties</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Represents the Commonwealth of Virginia in prosecutions of violations of criminal law;</li><li>
Appears in General District Court and Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court to prosecute criminal misdemeanors and traffic offenses;</li><li>
Appears in Circuit Court to prosecute the appeal of misdemeanor offenses in jury and bench trials;</li><li>
Appears in Circuit Court to prosecute felony offenses in jury and bench trials;</li><li>
Conducts legal research and composes briefs in opposition to constitutional motions and petitions for appeal;</li><li>
Drafts correspondence on legal matters;</li><li>
Advises County and State law enforcement officials concerning the investigation of criminal violations and trial preparation;</li><li>
Reviews search warrants, affidavits and court orders submitted by law enforcement for the obtaining of evidence related to criminal cases;</li><li>
Advises citizens of Fairfax County on issues relating to criminal law violations in the community and court procedure.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Knowledge of the principles of law and their application;</li><li>
Knowledge of trial procedure and the rules of evidence;</li><li>
Knowledge of criminal law; including trial practice, motion practice, and appellate practice;</li><li>
Knowledge of the criminal laws under the Code of Virginia and Fairfax County Code and the court decisions affecting the prosecution of those laws;</li><li>
Knowledge of legal research methods;</li><li>
Ability to effectively and efficiently prosecute felony cases;</li><li>
Ability to present statements of fact, law and argument clearly and logically;</li><li>
Ability to interview victims, witnesses and law enforcement to obtain the necessary information to prosecute criminal cases;</li><li>
Ability to maintain an effective working relations hip with associates, law enforcement officials, the judiciary and the general public.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Employment Standards</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</b><br>
Must be an active member in good standing of the Virginia State Bar.<br>
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: <i>(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for &ldquo;Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to&rdquo;)</i><br>
Graduation from an accredited law school; plus two years of experience as a practicing attorney.<br>
<br>
<b>CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED:</b><br>
Virginia State Bar License in Good Standing (Required at the time of application)<br>
<br>
<b>NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:</b></p><br>
<ul><li>
The appointee to the position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.</li><li>
Employment to this position is at-will, serving at the pleasure of the Fairfax Commonwealth's Attorney.</li></ul><br>
<b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b><br>
The ACA III must be able to:<ul><li>
Communicate effectively and professionally with law enforcement personnel, defense attorneys, and judicial officers.</li><li>
Effectively and professionally address, with sensitivity, victims of crime.</li><li>
Work proficiently in a collaborative team environment and engage people of various social, economic, cultural, ideological, racial and ethnic backgrounds.</li><li>
Remain organized in a fast-paced work environment and make decisions under pressure.</li></ul><br>
A successful ACA III will also:<ul><li>
Advise and assist more junior attorneys where appropriate.</li><li>
Be supportive of colleagues in and out of court.</li><li>
Have a strong sense of justice with which to evaluate cases and support decision-making.</li></ul><br>
Many of the desired skills can be developed in professional and personal contexts outside of the legal field. Candidates with unique or non-traditional backgrounds are encouraged to apply<br>
<br>
<b>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:</b><br>
Duties are generally sedentary, performed in a normal office environment. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.<br>
<br>
<b>SELECTION PROCEDURE:</b><br>
May include a panel interview and a practical exercise. This job advertisement is open until the closing date OR until the position is filled, and may close prior to the advertised closing date. Interested applicants are advised to submit their resume as soon as possible. Resumes will be reviewed, and qualified applicants interviewed on a continuous basis. Interviews may be conducted on a regular basis throughout the recruitment with candidates whose qualifications best fit our needs. If your resume is received later in the recruitment process, it may not be reviewed or considered. The resume review process will close when the position(s) have been filled or when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been reviewed.<div><br>
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.</div><p><b>
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.</b></p><p>
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov. EEO/AA/TTY.</p><p>
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Requisition 26-00287</b></p></div></div></div><p></p>

Assistant Commonwealth Attorney III

<div><div><div><div><div><b>Salary</b><div>
</div></div></div><div><div>$83,009.89 - $138,349.74 Annually</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Location
</b></div></div><div></div><div><div>FAIRFAX (FJ16), VA</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Type</b></div>
</div><div><div>FT Salary W BN</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Job Number</b></div>
</div><div><div>26-00286</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Department</b></div>
</div><div><div>Commonwealths Attorney</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Opening Date</b></div>
</div><div><div>02/14/2026</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Closing Date</b></div>
</div><div><div>3/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Pay Grade</b></div>
</div><div><div>S28</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Type</b></div>
</div><div><div>Open to General Public</div></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Announcement</b></h2></div>
<div><p>This is an exciting time to join the Fairfax Commonwealth&rsquo;s Attorney&rsquo;s Office, as the office embarks on an ambitious criminal justice reform agenda aimed at mitigating mass incarceration while maintaining Fairfax County&rsquo;s track record as the safest community of its size in the nation. After taking office in January 2020, Commonwealth&rsquo;s Attorney Steve Descano&rsquo;s initiatives have included restructuring the office to produce accountability around reform, ending the practice of prosecutors requesting cash bail, and launching a dedicated Red Flag Team, among others. The office seeks team members who are passionate about justice reform and public service to continue delivering on CA Descano&rsquo;s commitment to build a more fair and just legal system in Fairfax County.<br>
<br>
<b>Position Summary</b><br>
The Assistant Commonwealth Attorney II represents the Commonwealth of Virginia when there have been violations of criminal law. The ACA II will be assigned the prosecution of traffic, misdemeanor and felony criminal cases across Fairfax County&rsquo;s three courts (General District Court, Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court, and Circuit Court).<br>
<br>
Common case assignments include larceny, DUI, assault, and drug possession. Cases are assigned based on the level of experience, and the ACA II will have the ability to take on more serious and complex cases (homicide, robbery, abduction, fraud, and sex cases) as their knowledge and skills develop.<br>
<br>
The ACA II will be in trial court on most days. Duties include preparing arguments for court; conducting legal research; writing motions; and consulting with officers, victims, and witnesses in advance. Paralegals and administrative staff assist in the preparation of dockets.<br>
<br>
The ideal candidate will be organized, flexible, and have a strong sense of justice. They will also be able to make decisions under pressure.<br>
<br>
<b>HOW TO APPLY:</b><b> Interested applicants should submit a resume </b><b>directly to Laura Birnbaum at </b><b>Laura.Birnbaum@fairfaxcounty.gov</b><b>.</b><br>
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<b>Note:</b> <b>This job advertisement is open until the closing date OR until the position is filled and may close prior to the advertised closing date. Interested applicants are advised to submit their resume as soon as possible. Resumes will be reviewed, and qualified applicants will be interviewed on a continuous basis. Interviews may be conducted on a regular basis throughout the recruitment with candidates whose qualifications best fit our needs. If your resume is received later in the recruitment process, it may not be reviewed or considered. The resume review process will close when the position(s) has been filled or when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been reviewed.</b></p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Illustrative Duties</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Represents the Commonwealth of Virginia in prosecutions of violations of criminal law;<br>
Appears in General District Court and Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court to prosecute criminal misdemeanors and traffic offenses;<br>
Appears in Circuit Court to prosecute the appeal of misdemeanor offenses in jury and bench trials;<br>
Appears in Circuit Court to prosecute felony offenses in jury and bench trials;<br>
Conducts legal research and writes memoranda regarding updates in the law and new issues arising in the prosecution of certain laws;<br>
Assists higher level attorneys with legal research and writing on constitutional motions and appeal briefs;<br>
Drafts correspondence on legal matters;<br>
Advises County and State law enforcement officials concerning the investigation of criminal violations and trial preparation;<br>
Reviews search warrants, affidavits and court orders submitted by law enforcement for the obtaining of evidence related to criminal cases;<br>
Advises citizens of Fairfax County on issues relating to criminal law violations in the community and court procedure.</p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Knowledge of the principles of law and their application;<br>
Knowledge of trial procedure and the rules of evidence;<br>
Knowledge of legal research methods;<br>
Ability to learn the criminal laws under the Code of Virginia and Fairfax County Code and the court decisions affecting the prosecution of those laws;<br>
Ability to present statements of fact, law and argument clearly and logically;<br>
Ability to interview victims, witnesses and law enforcement to obtain the necessary information to prosecute cases;<br>
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with associates, law enforcement, the judiciary and the general public.</p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Employment Standards</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</b><br>
<b>Must be an active member in good standing of the Virginia State Bar.</b><br>
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:<i>(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for &ldquo;Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to&rdquo;)</i><br>
Graduation from an accredited law school; plus one year of experience as a practicing attorney.<br>
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<b>CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED:</b><br>
Virginia State Bar License in Good Standing (Required at the time of application)<br>
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<b>NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:</b></p><ul><li>
The appointee to the position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.</li><li>
Employment to this position is at-will, serving at the pleasure of the Fairfax Commonwealth's Attorney.</li></ul><br>
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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b><br>
The ACA II must be able to:<ul><li>
Communicate effectively and professionally with law enforcement personnel, defense attorneys, and judicial officers.</li><li>
Effectively and professionally address, with sensitivity, victims of crime.</li><li>
Work proficiently in a collaborative team environment and engage people of various social, economic, cultural, ideological, racial and ethnic backgrounds.</li><li>
Remain organized in a fast-paced work environment and make decisions under pressure.</li></ul><br>
A successful ACA II will also:<ul><li>
Be supportive of colleagues in and out of court.</li><li>
Know when to consult more senior attorneys.</li><li>
Have a strong sense of justice with which to evaluate cases and support decision-making.</li></ul><br>
Many of the desired skills can be developed in professional and personal contexts outside of the legal field. Candidates with unique or non-traditional backgrounds are encouraged to apply.<br>
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<b>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:</b><br>
Duties are generally sedentary in nature; however visual activity is required to read data on computer monitor. Incumbent must be able to operate keyboard driven equipment. Must communicate with others. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.<br>
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<b>SELECTION PROCEDURE:</b><br>
May include a panel interview and practical exercise. <b>This job advertisement is open until the closing date OR until the position is filled and may close prior to the advertised closing date. Interested applicants are advised to submit their resume as soon as possible. Resumes will be reviewed, and qualified applicants interviewed on a continuous basis.</b> Interviews may be conducted on a regular basis throughout the recruitment with candidates whose qualifications best fit our needs. If your resume is received later in the recruitment process, it may not be reviewed or considered. The resume review process will close when the position(s) have been filled or when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been reviewed.<div><br>
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.</div><p><b>
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.?</b></p><p>
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov. EEO/AA/TTY.</p><p>
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Requisition 26-00286</b></p></div></div></div><p></p>

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