Attorney General Chambers

Vision

Our vision is to uphold good governance and the proper and adequate administration of justice in the Territory and provide excellent customer service. We look forward to quick and efficient access to the Laws of the Virgin Islands through electronic media.

Mission

Our mission is to advise and represent the Government in legal matters, envision and respond to community needs for law reform in order to keep pace with national and international developments and generally to foster, develop and promote the fair administration of justice. We are in the business of defending the public interest and mobilising our resources to provide the territory with efficient and effective legal services on a timely basis.

Core Values

Effective Communication;
Integrity;
Objective;
Ethical;
Diverse

What's Happening Within Our Department?

Statement By Attorney General Honourable Dawn J. Smith Improving Access To Laws Of The Virgin Islands	24 Feb 2025 - 5:27pm
Government Seeks Proposals For Law Revision Services	8 Jul 2022 - 4:52pm
Government Provided Largest Ever Data Collection Exercise For COI	29 Nov 2021 - 9:59am
Government Statement On The Provision Of Additional Written Information To The COI	4 Oct 2021 - 10:46am
Letter From Attorney General To Commission Of Inquiry	30 Sep 2021 - 12:11pm
Service Of Documents On The Attorney General	8 Jul 2021 - 4:37pm
BVI Government Granted Full Participation In Commission Of Inquiry	22 May 2021 - 2:18pm
Contribution By Premier And Minister Of Finance Honourable Andrew A. Fahie During The Register Of Interest (Amendment) Act	5 Mar 2021 - 12:48pm
Remarks by the Attorney General on the proposed amendment to the Register of Interests Act	5 Mar 2021 - 12:46pm
Legal Council Welcomes Attorney General Dawn Smith	7 Dec 2020 - 12:15pm

View More News

Employment Opportunities Within The Department

	Closing Date
Administrative Officer Administrative Officer Responsibilities 1. Provide professional frontline service to clients. 2. Conduct research and prepare periodic reports to the Chambers for management purposes. 3. Draft and type correspondence and proof-read various documents ensuring accuracy. 4. Maintain records and inventory levels for the Chambers ensuring supplies are in stock, liaise with local and overseas suppliers and vendors and prepare requisition ensuring accuracy. 5. Maintain records relevant to the specific department and also keep filing up-to-date so that complete records are available for reference. 6. Organise and coordinate travel, seminars, conferences, meetings and events; attend, record and report minutes as required. 7. Provide full administrative support to the Chambers. 8. Perform all relevant accounting functions for the Department. 9. Complete a minimum of 60 Essential Learning Hours annually to enhance professional knowledge and skills. 10. Perform any other duties as required by the supervisor or senior officer in order to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the Office of the Deputy Governor. Skills and Competencies Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration/Management, Public Administration or related field Three (3) years working experience Good knowledge of Government structure, policies and procedures Good oral and written communication skills Good knowledge of the use of standard office equipment and computer applications Sound knowledge of accountancy principles and procedures Sound knowledge of JDEdwards accounting software Good analytical and decision-making skills Good interpersonal and organisational skills Ability to work well under pressure Manage your own resources and professional development Manage self to model behaviour in meeting organisational standards Manage your time effectively Provide leadership in your area of responsibility Develop the trust and support of colleagues and stakeholders Identify customer requirements and plan to meet these Ensure products and services meet quality requirements Closing Date: 22 April 2025 Download file Apply Here	22 April 2025

Closing Date

Administrative Officer

Responsibilities

1. Provide professional frontline service to clients.
2. Conduct research and prepare periodic reports to the Chambers for management purposes.
3. Draft and type correspondence and proof-read various documents ensuring accuracy.
4. Maintain records and inventory levels for the Chambers ensuring supplies are in stock, liaise with local and overseas suppliers and vendors and prepare requisition ensuring accuracy.
5. Maintain records relevant to the specific department and also keep filing up-to-date so that complete records are available for reference.
6. Organise and coordinate travel, seminars, conferences, meetings and events; attend, record and report minutes as required.
7. Provide full administrative support to the Chambers.
8. Perform all relevant accounting functions for the Department.
9. Complete a minimum of 60 Essential Learning Hours annually to enhance professional knowledge and skills.
10. Perform any other duties as required by the supervisor or senior officer in order to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the Office of the Deputy Governor.

Skills and Competencies

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration/Management, Public Administration or related field
Three (3) years working experience
Good knowledge of Government structure, policies and procedures
Good oral and written communication skills
Good knowledge of the use of standard office equipment and computer applications
Sound knowledge of accountancy principles and procedures
Sound knowledge of JDEdwards accounting software
Good analytical and decision-making skills
Good interpersonal and organisational skills
Ability to work well under pressure
Manage your own resources and professional development
Manage self to model behaviour in meeting organisational standards
Manage your time effectively
Provide leadership in your area of responsibility
Develop the trust and support of colleagues and stakeholders
Identify customer requirements and plan to meet these
Ensure products and services meet quality requirements