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As of Aug 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time legal investigator in the United States is $62,882.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $70,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Infographic showing various Full Time Legal Investigator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,882 per year, or $30.2 per hour.

Legal Investigator

City of Hampton, VA

Hampton, VA • On-site

$66K - $73K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 24 days ago


City Of Hampton (Virginia) rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

567th of 840 rated public administrative organizations


Job description

Salary: $66,448.00 - $73,093.00 Annually
Location : Commonwealth Attorney's Office 236 N King Street, Hampton, VA
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 09334
Department: COMMONWEALTH ATTORNEY
Opening Date: 07/08/2026
Closing Date: 7/31/2026 12:00 AM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
Function
"Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other benefits."
Would you like to join a fast-paced office dedicated to serving the citizens of Hampton? Then join our team as a Legal Investigator, which will provide you with the opportunity to work in diverse areas to aid in the prosecution of cases. The Legal Investigator will assist attorneys in preparation of criminal cases for trial and conduct special investigations as assigned by the Commonwealth's Attorney or designee.
Minimum Requirements
  • Two years of college with course work in political science, criminal justice, or a related field.
  • Three to five years' work experience in law enforcement.
  • A combination of education and experience is acceptable for this position.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the City of Hampton's criteria.
  • Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements
  • May require working non-standard hours including evenings, holidays and weekends.
  • May require some local travel.
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Benefits Overview
This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:
  • Sentara Health Medical Insurance
  • OptumRx
  • Delta Dental Insurance
  • Anthem Blue View Vision
  • FSA Reimbursement accounts
  • Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
  • Trust Mark Universal Life Insurance
  • Legal Resources Plan
  • Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA
  • Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
  • Other forms of leave include:
    • Maternity Leave
    • Parental Bonding Leave
    • Care for Sick Parent Leave
    • Birthday Leave
    • Personal day (available every quarter)
The eleven paid holidays each year include:
  • New Year's Day
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
  • President's Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Juneteenth Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Veterans' Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day
  • Employee's birthday
  • A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the
  • Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company.
    Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the
  • Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.
  • Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.
  • The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-363-6777, 1-800-899-8174 or
  • Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.
    Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.
  • Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.

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Which of the following best describes your highest level of education in political science, criminal justice, or a related field.
  • High school graduate or GED completed
  • Two years of college with course work in political science, criminal justice, or a related field.
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree or higher

02
Which of the following best describes your years of experience in law enforcement?
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 - 2 years
  • 3 - 4 years
  • 5 or more years

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This position may require that you possess a valid driver's license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. Failure to provide your driver's license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your driver's license number by entering it below:
04
I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
  • Yes
  • No

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I understand that this position may require working non-standard hours including evenings, holidays and weekends as well as some local travel
  • Yes
  • No

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