Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney or Assistant Prosecuting Attorney DOQ – Wexford County Prosecutor’s Office

Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan; Michigan; On-site; USD 62,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance – 10

Paid Holidays

Vacation & Medical Leave

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability Insurance

Job summary

The Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan seeks a Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney or Assistant Prosecuting Attorney DOQ. This full-time position reports to the County Prosecutor and offers a salary range of $62,400.00 – $114,400.00 yearly (DOQ).

The role involves reviewing police reports, handling arraignments, trials, and appeals, and upholding the Crime Victims’ Rights Act, with emphasis on integrity, courtroom readiness, and professional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a law degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Michigan.
• Strong knowledge of Michigan laws and regulations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to present information clearly.
• Effective communication with public and colleagues.
• Ability to stand or sit in one position for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Review police reports and make charging decisions.
• Appear in court for arraignments, pretrial conferences, preliminary exams, motion hearings, probation violations, bond violations, and trials for misdemeanor, felony, and juvenile cases.
• Prepare for court by researching applicable case law and statutes; 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 strategy with staff attorneys.
• Prosecute and defend appeals as assigned.
• Adhere to and enforce the Crime Victims’ Rights Act.
• Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctor / law degree

Licensed to practice law in Michigan

Job description

Job Title: Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney or Assistant Prosecuting Attorney DOQ

Reports To: County Prosecutor

Salary: $62,400.00 – $114,400.00 Yearly DOQ

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

Position: Full-Time

Posting Date: 08/26/2026

Job Description

Job Overview

Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney or Assistant Prosecuting Attorney DOQ

Responsibilities and Duties

1. Review police reports and make charging decisions for summons’ and warrants.

2. Appear in court for arraignments, pretrial conferences, preliminary exams, motion
hearings, probation violations, bond violations, and trials for misdemeanor, felony,
and juvenile cases.

4. Prepare for court proceedings by researching applicable case law and
statutes. Prepare and respond to motions and briefs.

5. Appear for and conduct mental health hearings.

6. Confer with defense attorneys, probation agents, and law enforcement.

7. Discuss prosecution and strategy of cases with staff attorneys.

8. Prosecute and defense appeals as assigned and appear before the Appellate Courts.

9. Adhere to and enforce the Crime Victims’ Rights Act.

10. Consistent and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position.

11. All other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

1. Graduation from a college or university with a bachelor’s degree and further, graduation from law school and licensed to practice law in Michigan.

2. Considerable knowledge of the laws and regulations of the State of Michigan.

3. Ability to organize well and present information and facts well.

4. Ability to work effectively with the public and fellow employees.

5. Ability to see, hear and speak effectively and without limitation.

6. Able to stand or sit in one spot for long periods of time, moving arms, hands, back and entire body.