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Job Description
DEPUTY COUNTY ATTORNEY
or SENIOR ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEY
The Albemarle County Attorney’s Office is seeking an experienced attorney to join its dedicated team of legal professionals. Beautiful Albemarle County is one of the most attractive and desirable locations in Virginia, with excellent schools and a wide range of cultural, historic, and recreational activities.
The successful applicant will have:
A degree from an accredited law school and Virginia State Bar membership;At least eight years’ experience as a practicing attorney (or six years’ experience to qualify as a Senior Assistant), largely in the practice of local government law; andExperience or demonstrated competency in civil litigation.
Experience with or demonstrated knowledge of economic development and/or conservation easements is preferred. Virginia residency is required upon employment.
This full-time permanent position affords substantial client responsibility, opportunity for training, mentoring, and advancement, a collegial working environment in downtown Charlottesville, and an excellent benefits package.
The position offered will be commensurate with the successful applicant’s experience and qualifications.
Hiring Salary Range for Deputy County Attorney: $134,752- $148,936 annually, depending on experience.
Hiring Salary Range for Senior Assistant County Attorney: $115,529 - $127,689 annually, depending on experience.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, September 12, 2025.
To review the complete job description, please see the attached document.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Albemarle County
Show moreAlbemarle County Local Government's vision is a thriving County anchored by a strong economy and excellent education system, that honors its rural heritage, scenic beauty, and natural and historic resources while fostering attractive and vibrant communities. We work together with citizens to connect civic challenges to community problem solvers.
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