Assistant Prosecuting Attorney — Impactful Criminal Prosecution

Allegan County; Allegan Township (MI); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 109.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, Dental & Vision plans

County-funded HSA

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Generous retirement plan (7% county)

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO with front-loaded hours

13 paid holidays

Free use of county fitness centers

Descripción de la vacante

Allegan County is seeking an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney to handle a broad range of criminal prosecutions as directed by the elected Prosecuting Attorney. The role involves representing the People of Michigan, working on criminal cases, family and juvenile matters, and participating in various interagency activities.

Requires a Juris Doctorate, Michigan State Bar membership, and at least two years of post-law-school experience. A drug screen is required.

Formación

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school, and membership in the Michigan State Bar.
• Minimum two years of post-law-school legal experience.
• Candidates must pass a drug screen (including THC) to be hired.

Responsabilidades

• Prosecute misdemeanor, felony, juvenile delinquency, child abuse, guardianship, animal control, neglect, and mental incompetence cases.
• Perform on-call and warrant duties; respond to calls and may travel to office or crime scenes.
• Represent the People of Michigan in criminal prosecutions at all stages; assist with civil lawsuits in Circuit Court.
• Appear in court to represent the best interests of children in child protection and divorce cases.
• Participate in specialty courts and advise law enforcement and other agencies on new laws and cases.
• Prepare appellate briefs, conduct legal research, and present arguments to appellate courts.
• Mentor less experienced APAs under supervision.
• Perform other duties as required.

Educación

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school

Two years post-law-school experience

Descripción del empleo

Allegan County is seeking an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney to handle a broad range of criminal prosecutions as directed by the elected Prosecuting Attorney. The role involves representing the People of Michigan, working on criminal cases, family and juvenile matters, and participating in various interagency activities.

Requires a Juris Doctorate, Michigan State Bar membership, and at least two years of post-law-school experience. A drug screen is required.