Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney – Tuscola County Prosecutor’s Office

Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan seeks a Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney to oversee day-to-day office operations in the absence of the Prosecuting Attorney. This full-time role involves supervising staff, mentoring attorneys, and handling complex criminal matters in multiple courts across Michigan.

The ideal candidate has a JD and Michigan Bar membership with at least five years of prosecutorial experience and strong trial capabilities.

Qualifications

• Requires a law degree and active Michigan Bar in good standing.
• Five years of prosecutorial experience preferred.
• Strong courtroom and litigation skills are expected.

Responsibilities

• Review investigations and determine charges in coordination with law enforcement.
• Present cases in District and Circuit Court; handle Juvenile Court matters.
• Represent the People of Michigan in pretrial matters, pleas, trials, sentencing and some appeals.
• Perform trial preparation and negotiate pleas with victims, witnesses, and law enforcement.

Skills

Criminal law

Trial experience

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Michigan Bar Association in good standing

Job description

Job Title: Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

Reports To: Prosecuting Attorney

• Yes

Position: Full-Time

Posting Date: 09/04/2026

Job Description

Job Overview:

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.