Assistant Prosecuting Attorney – Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office

Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 77,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Job summary

The Oakland County Prosecutor's Office seeks qualified candidates for the Assistant Prosecuting Attorney position. APAs represent the State of Michigan in matters before the Michigan district and circuit courts.

APAs handle criminal, delinquency, neglect and family support matters, and routinely conduct hearings and trials. Candidates should connect with victims, judges and colleagues, have a strong work ethic and good academic background.

Qualifications

• Must graduate from an accredited law school and be a member of the State Bar of Michigan (or pending membership).
• Post-law-school experience preferred but not required.
• APAs conduct hearings, trials, and prepare cases with ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Represent the State of Michigan in district and circuit courts.
• Conduct hearings, jury and bench trials, and advocate for victims.
• Review files, research legal issues, and exercise good judgment.

Skills

Legal research

Courtroom advocacy

Ethical standards

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Betsey Hage August 12, 2026

Position Information

Agency Level: County

County: Oakland

Agency: County Prosecutor's Office

Job Title: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

Work Location: Oakland County, MI

Salary: $76,650.00 - $159,314.00 Yearly

Position: Full-Time

Posting Date: 08/06/2026

Job Summary

The Oakland County Prosecutor's Office is interviewing candidates for an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney ("APA") position. The Prosecutor's Office represents the State of Michigan in matters before the Michigan district and circuit courts. APAs handle criminal, delinquency, neglect and family support matters. APAs routinely conduct hearings and jury and bench trials. The Prosecutor's Office is looking for candidates who want to make a difference in their community, who can make a connection with victims, judges, jurors and their colleagues, and who have a strong work ethic and academic background. Experience in juvenile or criminal justice, including experience before, during or after law school, is a plus. APAs are expected to diligently review and prepare their files, research legal issues, advocate in front of judges and juries, and exercise good judgment. APAs must uphold the highest ethical standards at all times. As an APA, you are a minister of justice, and you are empowered to do the right thing in every case. APAs receive valuable training and experience that you can't get anywhere else.

Wage Range

Wage Range: $76,650 - $159,314 with excellent benefits.

Education

Education: Must have graduated from an accredited law school and be a member of the State Bar of Michigan, or pending membership

Experience

Experience: Post law school experience preferred, but not required.

Deadline

Deadline: Until filled

For more information about the Oakland County Prosecutors' Office, visit: https://www.oakgov.com/government/prosecutor