Administrative Special Services Staff III (Arraignment Prosecutor Law Department)

City of Detroit; Detroit (MI); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The City of Detroit seeks an Arraignment Prosecutor in the Law Department to appear at felony and misdemeanor arraignments, advising on suitable pretrial release conditions and tether restrictions. This Administrative Special Services position requires strong knowledge of Michigan law and effective courtroom advocacy.

Applicants must hold a Juris Doctorate, be licensed to practice in Michigan, and have experience in criminal law.

Formación

• Juris Doctorate from ABA-approved school required.
• License to practice law in Michigan.
• 2 years’ experience in criminal law.
• Knowledge of Michigan Court Rules and statutory law.
• Ability to evaluate strength of prosecution’s case.

Responsabilidades

• Appear at felony and misdemeanor arraignments and recommend pretrial release conditions.
• Review police file and confer with Officer-in-Charge and defense counsel.
• Formulate recommendations to the Court for pretrial release under Michigan law.
• Maintain records of bond recommendations and decisions in arraignment cases.

Conocimientos

Juris Doctorate

Criminal law knowledge

Oral argument

Independent judgment

Team collaboration

PBK familiarity

Educación

Juris Doctorate degree from ABA-approved institution

2 years’ experience in criminal law

Herramientas

PBK Prosecution by Karpel

Descripción del empleo

LAW DEPARTMENT

Arraignment Prosecutor

Administrative Special Services Staff III

Appear at felony and misdemeanor arraignment and capias hearings in 36th District Court and recommend appropriate pretrial release conditions including cash and personal bonds and tether restrictions.

This is an Administrative Special Services (TASS) position.

• Appear daily at morning and afternoon arraignments of defendants charged with felonies and misdemeanors in the 36th District Court and recommend appropriate pretrial release conditions.

• Prepare for arraignments by reviewing the police file and conferring with the Officer-in-Charge, the defense attorney and learning the facts of the case; review the criminal history of the defendant.
• Formulate a recommendation to the Court/Magistrate for the pretrial release conditions of the defendant within the framework of Michigan law and based upon the facts of the case, the criminal history of the defendant.
• Maintain an ongoing record of bond recommendations and decisions in arraignment cases.

• Juris Doctorate degree from an American Bar Association approved institution.
• 2 years’ experience in criminal law.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Special Requirements

• License to practice law in the State of Michigan.

Equivalency

• Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

This is an Administrative Special Services Staff (TASS) position.

Appointment Term is based on availability of grant funds.

The continuation of this role depends on the availability of ongoing funding.

Employment beyond the current grant period is not guaranteed and will be based on the renewal of funding.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Michigan Court Rules and Michigan statutory law pertaining to bond and pretrial release.
• Knowledge of Criminal law and procedure.
• Knowledge of the 36th District Court settlement with the ACLU in its lawsuit involving pretrial release.
• Proficient in evaluating the strength of the prosecution’s case.
• Proficient in developing pretrial release recommendations.
• Effective in oral argument before a Magistrate of Court.
• Ability to display independent judgment and maturity.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience in the trial of criminal cases.
• Familiarity with case management systems, especially Prosecution by Karpel (PBK)

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position. The City of Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other criteria prohibited by City, State, or Federal law.