Job Description

Purpose/Description

Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys (1-3) in the Wayne County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, represent victims of crime on non-complex and complex cases. They draw up legal documents and give direction to police agencies pertaining to their cases. Levels dependent upon years of experience.

Will develop proper work schedule to maximum productivity throughout the workday.

• Required Tasks
  • Make recommendations on whether a criminal statue(s) has been violated.
  • Review and evaluate the sufficiency of evidence for charges under the criminal law.
  • Able to prosecute non-complex and complex cases in the Prosecutor’s Office
  • Manage caseload.
  • Effectively address complex and difficult case issues
  • Show excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Review prosecutor’s files
  • Take guilty pleas.
  • Argue bond motions.
  • Conduct interviews of victims and witnesses on a case
  • Prepare cases for trial by reviewing evidence, witness statements and exhibits, issuing subpoenas.
  • Handle evidentiary hearings.
  • Prepare memoranda as needed.
  • Conduct voir dire
  • Conduct direct and cross examination.
  • Assistant Prosecuting Attorney
  • Introduce evidence and exhibits.
  • Prepare and argue jury instructions.
  • Conduct preliminary examination, conduct bench and jury trials.
  • Make closing arguments.
  • Notify victims of all court dates
  • Meet with victims and witnesses.
  • Review sentencing guidelines.
  • Address court at time of sentence

Educational Requirements

• Juris Doctorate Degree
• State of MI-Must have passed the Bar Exam

Experience Requirements

• Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Levels require the below experience.
• Level 1: JD Degree /Member with good standing with Michigan State Bar (Bar Card)
• Level 2: Minimum of 2 years' experience
• Level 3: 4 years of experience

The Charter County of Wayne

The Charter County of Wayne is Michigan's largest county. We are home to 34 cities and nine townships. From Rockwood to Livonia, from Sumpter Township to the Grosse Pointes, each community in Wayne County offers residents and businesses a unique blend of opportunity to live, work, play and raise families.

Headquartered in Detroit, our largest city and the automotive capital of the world, Wayne County offers a diversified economy and high standards for our residents' quality of life. Our history is rich and we take pride in being one of the most diverse communities that values culture, arts, and world-class amenities.

Wayne County provides leadership that ensures the County operates efficiently, effectively, and responsibly. We provide transparently while building a stronger County inclusive of collaborations, innovation, and a clear focus on serving our residents.

Administration Focus

Public Health Response

Economic Response

Fiscal Responsibility

Operational Efficiencies

Economic Development

Infrastructure Maintenance & Enhancements

Access to Health Care

Community Support

Homeland Security Emergency Management

Parks & Recreation