Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

The Newaygo County Prosecuting Attorney is seeking an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney to join their legal team.  The Prosecutor employs three (3) attorneys that assists with all legal matters including but not limited to reviewing and authorizing requests for warrants, determining appropriate criminal charge, and prosecuting criminal cases within the District, Circuit, and Probate Courts.  Additionally, there are five (5) legal secretaries available for support.  Two of those positions have designated responsibilities while the others are assigned specifically to assist with court cases and provide administrative support to the attorneys. 

Newaygo County offers a generous fringe benefit package which includes retirement and health insurance with no payroll deduction.  Additionally, longevity pay increases are available beyond the top hourly rate as listed above.

1. Reviews criminal warrant requests from State and local law enforcement agencies, analyzes police reports, collects input from the law enforcement officers, researches the law as necessary to determine applicable statutes, and determines whether adequate grounds exist to authorize a warrant.
2. Researches and prepares criminal cases for trial, motion, sentencing and other proceedings. Includes the research of applicable law and court rule, interviews witnesses, victims, children and investigates claims, develops trial strategies, and directs law enforcement officers and various staff/other parties in further investigations.
3. Appears in court for arraignments, motions, trials, sentencing and other proceedings for the Prosecutor’s Office. Selects jury, presents arguments, examines and cross-examines witnesses, introduces physical evidence/exhibits, argues with Judges and defense attorneys on points of law, jury instructions, qualification of expert witnesses and procedure and argues factual conclusions to a Judge or jury.
4. Collaborates with law enforcement officers and staff from various agencies to ensure investigation and reporting of assigned cases are accomplished in accordance with professional and judicial rules and standards. Provides legal advice and instruction to officers and agency staff as assigned.
5. Drafts motions, briefs and other legal documents to be filed in the Circuit Court, Courts of Appeal and Michigan Supreme Court.
6. Assists the Prosecutor, the Chief Assistant and the Senior Assistant in researching and rendering opinions on legal issues, policy and procedure involving the County, county agencies and departments and advises the same on legal issues.  Drafts and reviews county forms for statutory compliance upon request.

Education: Law degree from an accredited law school.

Experience: One year of criminal law experience.

Other Requirements: Licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan. Valid State of Michigan Vehicle Operator’s License.

Please submit a cover letter, resume and 3 professional references.