Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Job Howell area,Michigan USA,Law/Legal

Position: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney I

Livingston County was named a 2025 Top Workplace by the Detroit Free Press! Based solely on employee feedback, the Top Workplace title is a badge of honor for the County. With over 700 employees serving within 18 departments, 6 elected offices, and 3 Courts, Livingston County's top priority is providing effective and efficient services that improve the quality of life for all of our residents.

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Prosecutor and Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, this position is responsible for performing a wide assortment of prosecutorial duties in District, Family, Probate, Juvenile, Circuit and Appellate Courts.

Benefits:

Retirement plan includes a 401a with up to 8% employer contribution
Comprehensive Medical, Pharmacy, Dental & Vision
Optional HSA with an employer match
Optional Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation plan
Short-term & Long-term disability & Basic Life & AD&D insurance
Health & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid vacation, sick days & 13 Holidays. Unused vacation and sick time rolls over
Tuition Reimbursement
Up to $500 annual Wellness reimbursement* & $100 incentive for completing your annual physical & Health Assessment.
Voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital & Whole Life policies
Employee assistance program

* Pro-rated based on DOH

Pay Rate Information:

The Assistant Prosecuting Attorney I is a non-union position and starting pay is $89,406.94/yr. This position is eligible for step pay increases within our Non-Union Grade 12 Wage Scale. Top end of the current wage scale for this position is $/yr. This position will be filled with either an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney I or Assistant Prosecuting Attorney II based on qualifications.

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney II has a starting pay of $96,112.46/yr. per our Non-Union Grade 13 Wage Scale.

Essential Job Functions:

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the duties, which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

Researches and prepares cases for trial, motion, sentencing, and other proceedings in District, Family, Probate, Juvenile, Circuit and Appellate Courts.

Appears in court for arraignments, motions, pre-trials, trials, sentencing, and other related activities regarding cases in District, Family, Probate, Juvenile, Circuit and Appellate Courts.

Manages a docket that includes misdemeanor cases from arraignment through sentencing and felony preliminary examinations.

Prosecutes juvenile criminal cases and child abuse and neglect cases.

Drafts and amends child abuse and neglect petitions for Family Court adjudication.

Mediates juvenile criminal cases and child abuse and neglect cases.

Manages less complex felony cases in Circuit Court working through defined prosecutorial processes and chain-of-command.

Interviews and informs witnesses, clients, victims, officials, and other parties regarding cases, legal procedures, and court appearances.

Discusses potential outcomes and actual outcomes of cases with victims, the accused, the convicted, and related parties to explain legal, rights, court procedures, and responsibilities of the parties involved.

Reviews evidence, police reports, and researches legal issues in order to authorize warrants.

Coordinates services with other agencies, such as law enforcement, medical personnel, social services, probation officers, and other related groups.

Keeps the Chief Assistant Prosecutor and Prosecutor apprised of case status and high profile cases.

With supervisor approval, gives advice to County officials, departments, employees and law enforcement officers regarding legal obligations, authority and liability in connection with official duties.

Performs other duties as directed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and

Minimum Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Juris Doctorate Degree and one year of progressively more responsible experience in the practice of law.
The County, at its discretion, may consider an alternative combination of formal education and work experience.
Licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan and a member in good standing with the Michigan Bar Association.
Michigan Vehicle Operator's License.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of State of Michigan criminal and case law, and courtroom procedures.
Considerable knowledge of performing legal research, reviewing and interpreting evidence, interviewing witnesses, preparing and interpreting legal documents, mediation and conflict resolution principles, document production and courtroom presentation, developing legal…


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