Executive Prosecuting Attorney & Trial Leader

Shiawassee; Michigan; On-site; USD 86,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Shiawassee County Prosecuting Attorney's Office seeks a qualified attorney to lead the office and supervise prosecutors and staff. The role involves reviewing warrant requests, determining charges, and prosecuting criminal cases across district, probate, and circuit courts.

The position requires a law degree, Michigan licensure, and significant criminal law experience. You will mentor staff, develop procedures, and ensure compliance with criminal justice information standards.

Qualifications

• Law degree from an accredited law school is required.
• Significant criminal law experience.
• Licensed to practice law in Michigan; working knowledge of criminal justice information systems regulations; working knowledge of technical service standards.

Responsibilities

• Directs the activities of assistant prosecuting attorneys and support staff under the Prosecuting Attorney.
• Reviews and authorizes warrants; analyzes police reports to determine grounds for warrants.
• Represents the Prosecutor in court, including arraignments, motions, trials and sentencing.
• Oversees staff researching and preparing criminal cases for trial, including interviewing witnesses and directing investigations.

Skills

Staff supervision

Legal research

Courtroom presentation

Warrant analysis

Education

Law degree

Job description

Shiawassee County Prosecuting Attorney's Office seeks a qualified attorney to lead the office and supervise prosecutors and staff. The role involves reviewing warrant requests, determining charges, and prosecuting criminal cases across district, probate, and circuit courts.

The position requires a law degree, Michigan licensure, and significant criminal law experience. You will mentor staff, develop procedures, and ensure compliance with criminal justice information standards.