Assistant Prosecuting Attorney - Shape Justice & Impact

Montgomery County Prosecutor's Office; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OPERS retirement system

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid vacation/sick/holiday leave

Short-term disability

Job summary

The Montgomery County Prosecutor’s Office in Dayton is seeking Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys for multiple divisions including Criminal, Juvenile, Civil, and Appellate. Candidates should have strong writing and oral communication skills and be eligible for Ohio Bar admission in 2026.

Positions are full-time with competitive benefits and a potential one-day-per-week remote option. Starting salaries begin at $80,000 for licensed attorneys and $55,000 for law graduates awaiting bar passage, with

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong writing and oral communication skills.
• Must be member of the Ohio Bar or plan to take the Uniform Bar Exam in 2026.
• Experience in litigation and diverse divisions is favored.

Responsibilities

• Handle felony cases in Criminal Division and advocate for rehabilitation where appropriate.
• Assist in Juvenile and CPU matters to protect the community and aid rehabilitation.
• Prepare and argue appellate briefs in Civil and Appellate Divisions.
• Collaborate with the office to provide diligent legal services to county boards and agencies.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Oral communication skills

Education

Ohio Bar admission planned 2026

Job description

The Montgomery County Prosecutor’s Office in Dayton is seeking Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys for multiple divisions including Criminal, Juvenile, Civil, and Appellate. Candidates should have strong writing and oral communication skills and be eligible for Ohio Bar admission in 2026.

Positions are full-time with competitive benefits and a potential one-day-per-week remote option. Starting salaries begin at $80,000 for licensed attorneys and $55,000 for law graduates awaiting bar passage, with