Clerk

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.

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.

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:

• Teleworking: Ability to work from home on a periodic basis depending on your job responsibilities.
• 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.