Assistant Prosecuting Attorney – Wexford County Prosecutor’s Office

Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 62,400 - 93,840; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid pension

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan is seeking an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney to handle charging decisions, court appearances, and appellate work in Michigan county cases. The role requires strong knowledge of Michigan law, clear communication, and solid courtroom skills.

The position offers full-time employment with standard benefits, and reports to the County Prosecutor. Work involves collaboration with police, defense, and staff attorneys across multiple cases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a Michigan law license.
• Extensive knowledge of Michigan laws and regulations.
• Strong ability to organize and present information clearly.
• Ability to work with the public and fellow staff; good hearing/speaking.

Responsibilities

• Review police reports and determine charging decisions for summonses and warrants.
• Appear in court for arraignments, pretrial conferences, and trials in misdemeanor, felony, and juvenile cases.
• Review search warrants and prepare for court by researching case law and statutes.
• Prepare motions and briefs and respond accordingly.
• Appear for and conduct mental health hearings; confer with defense attorneys and law enforcement.
• Discuss prosecution strategy with staff attorneys and assist with appeals as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Courtroom demeanor

Public interaction

Education

Bachelor’s degree and Michigan law license

Job description

Allen Anderson July 23, 2026

Position Information

Agency Level: County

County: Wexford

Agency: County Prosecutor's Office

Job Title: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

Department: County Prosecutor

Reports To: County Prosecutor

Salary: $62,400.00 - $93,840.00 Yearly

Benefits

• Hybrid Pension - minimum 5% employee contribution
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance - mandatory 10% employee contribution
• Paid Holidays, Vacation & Medical Leave
• Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance

Position: Full-Time

Posting Date: 07/22/2026

Open Until Filled

Job Description

Job Overview

Position Available - Internal/External

Job Title: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

Responsibilities And Duties

• Review police reports and make charging decisions for summons' and warrants.
• Appear in court for arraignments, pretrial conferences, preliminary exams, motion hearings, probation violations, bond violations, and trials for misdemeanor, felony, and juvenile cases.
• Review search warrants.
• Prepare for court proceedings by researching applicable case law and statutes, and prepare and respond to motions and briefs.
• Appear for and conduct mental health hearings.
• Confer with defense attorneys, probation agents, and law enforcement.
• Discuss prosecution and strategy of cases with staff attorneys.
• Prosecute and defense appeals as assigned and appear before the Appellate Courts.
• Adhere to and enforce the Crime Victims' Rights Act.
• Consistent and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from a college or university with a bachelor's degree and further graduation from law school and licensed to practice law in Michigan.
• Considerable knowledge of the laws and regulations of the State of Michigan.
• Ability to organize well and present information and facts well.
• Ability to work effectively with the public and fellow employees.Ability to see, hear and speak effectively and without limitation.
• Able to stand or sit in one spot for long periods of time, moving arms, hands, back and entire body.