Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney – Tuscola County Prosecutor’s Office

Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

The Tuscola County Prosecutor’s Office is seeking a Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney to supervise staff, mentor attorneys, and manage day-to-day operations in the absence of the Prosecuting Attorney.

The successful candidate will review investigations, present cases in District and Circuit Courts, handle Juvenile Court matters, and prepare pleadings while coordinating with law enforcement, victims, and witnesses. Michigan Bar admission and JD required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school, licensed by the Michigan Bar Association with membership in good standing.
• Five years of prosecutorial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review investigations to determine charges and file complaints for warrants.
• Present criminal cases in District and Circuit Court; handle Juvenile Court matters.
• Prepare criminal pleadings and conduct preliminary, evidentiary and mental health hearings; interact with victims and law enforcement.

Skills

Mentoring

Case management

Trial preparation

Pleadings and hearings

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Licensed to practice in Michigan

Job description

Position Information

Agency Level: County

County: Tuscola

Agency: County Prosecutor’s Office

Job Title: Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

Work Location: 207 E. Grant Street, Caro, MI 48723

Department: Prosecutor’s Office

Reports To: Prosecuting Attorney

Salary: $90,299.43 – $109,390.05 Yearly

Position: Full-Time

Posting Date: 09/04/2026

Open Until Filled

Benefits

• Yes

Job Description

The Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney assists the Prosecuting Attorney in supervising and mentoring the assistant prosecuting attorney, managing support staff, and is responsible for maintaining the day-to-day operations of the office in the absence of the Prosecuting Attorney.

Responsibilities and Duties

Under the direction of the Prosecuting Attorney reviews investigations presented by law enforcement to determine appropriate charges, if any, and files complaints for warrant authorization. The Chief Assistant will present criminal cases in the District and Circuit Court, as well as handle matters in the Juvenile Court. The position may also require appearances on Probate Court matters. Prosecutors are responsible for preparing and responding to criminal pleadings, conducting preliminary, evidentiary and mental health hearings. You will represent the People of the State of Michigan in pretrial matters, pleas, trials, sentencing and some appeals. Trial preparation and plea negotiations will require consultation with the victims of crimes, witnesses to the charged offenses, and members of law enforcement. This list is not inclusive of the total scope of the job functions to be performed. Duties may be added, deleted, or modified at any time by the Prosecuting Attorney.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited law school, licensed by the Michigan Bar Association with membership in good standing. Five years of prosecutorial experience preferred.