Become Wayne Countys Next Assistant Prosecuting Attorney III

Wayne County Prosecutor's Office; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 92,000 - 114,895; Full time

Job summary

The Wayne County Prosecutor's Office seeks Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys (Levels 1-4) in Detroit, Michigan. Responsibilities include representing crime victims and managing caseloads for both simple and complex legal cases. Candidates should have a Juris Doctorate and experience levels ranging from 4 to 7+ years depending on the position.

This role also requires excellent communication skills, legal document preparation, and adherence to Wayne County standards. Opportunities to supervise staff are included in the responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Must have passed the Michigan Bar Exam.
• Minimum 4 years experience for Level 1.
• Level 2 requires minimum 5 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Make recommendations on criminal statute violations.
• Prosecute non-complex and complex cases.
• Supervise administrative staff and legal assistants.

Skills

Judgment and Decision Making

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Complex problem-solving and conflict management skills

Active listening

Education

Juris Doctorate Degree from a State of MI

Tools

Legal research databases

Microsoft Office Suite

Case management software

Job description

Job Code: P0300, UNION CODE: 045, PAY GRADE: D40, MINIMUM SALARY: $92000, MAXIMUM SALARY: $114895

Purpose / Description

Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys (Levels 1‑4) in the Wayne County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office represent victims of crime on non‑complex and complex cases, draw up legal documents, and provide direction to police agencies pertaining to their cases. Levels are dependent upon years of experience.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Make recommendations on whether a criminal statute(s) has been violated.
• Review and evaluate the sufficiency of evidence for charges under criminal law.
• Prosecute non‑complex and complex cases in the Prosecutor’s Office.
• Manage caseload and address complex and difficult case issues.
• Show excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Review prosecutor’s files, take guilty pleas, argue bond motions, conduct interviews of victims and witnesses, prepare cases for trial by reviewing evidence, witness statements and exhibits.
• Issue subpoenas and handle evidentiary hearings.
• Prepare memoranda as needed and conduct voir dire.
• Conduct direct and cross examinations.
• Introduce evidence and exhibits, prepare and argue jury instructions.
• Conduct preliminary examination, conduct bench and jury trials, make closing arguments, and notify victims of all court dates.
• Meet with victims and witnesses, review sentencing guidelines, address court at time of sentencing.
• Supervise administrative staff, assist in coordinating work and activities of others, and ensure compliance with Wayne County Standards of conduct and regulations.

Specific Types of Tools Utilized

• Legal research databases
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Case management software
• Document drafting and filing systems

Supervision or Managerial Responsibility

• Supervise administrative staff and legal assistants.
• Coaching and developing team members.
• Guiding, directing, and motivating team members.
• Planning, organizing, and prioritizing work.
• Making decisions that affect resources, clients, and the organization.

Compliance & Standards

• Adhere to Wayne County Standards of conduct and all compliance rules and regulations.

Administrative Duties

• Communicating with supervisors, peers, or subordinates.
• Coaching and developing others.
• Staff planning and organizational development.
• Decision making impacting internal and external partners.
• Organizing, planning, and prioritizing work.
• Developing objectives and strategies and providing legal advice.
• Planning resources, actions, and events.
• Data sourcing and research.
• Communicating with external stakeholders.
• Managing resources and influencing others.
• Continuous learning and updating knowledge.

Job Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate Degree from a State of MI.
• Must have passed the Michigan Bar Exam.
• Experience Levels:
  • Level 1: Minimum 4 years.
  • Level 2: Minimum 5 years.
  • Level 3: 5–7 years.
  • Level 4: 7 or more years.

Systems & Technical Skills

• Judgment and Decision Making.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Active listening, speaking, engaging, coordinating, instructing, negotiating, persuading, service orientation, and social perceptiveness.
• Public speaking, telephone conversations, email communication, written letters, memos, face‑to‑face discussions, contact with others.
• Complex problem‑solving and conflict management skills.

Physical Demands

• Standing, sitting, walking, running, driving, lifting, pushing/pulling, climbing, bending, reaching, hand dexterity, reading, writing, eye‑hand coordination.
• Requires clear vision and hearing.
• Will involve work at night, in loud or low noise environments, and conditions that may involve hazardous equipment or uneven terrain.

Work Environment

• Work inside and outside the office environment.
• Use of common technology and office equipment.