What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Prosecuting Attorney position at Charlevoix County?
Employer: Charlevoix County
Department: Prosecuting Attorney’s Office
Position: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney
Classification: Full-time with benefits, $65,000-$75,000 with potential relocation reimbursement
Charlevoix County, where up-north living is our way of life!
Charlevoix County offers employees a rich benefit plan that includes:
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage options for you and your family
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with full out of pocket maximum amount provided by the County.
- Opt-out reimbursement for employees who have coverage elsewhere.
- A pension plan that guarantees a certain level of income for our employees upon retirement (10-year vesting period required).
- Vacation time and Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Work and live in beautiful Charlevoix County with close proximity to Lake Michigan, Lake Charlevoix, and other natural beauties.
Position Summary
Serving at the discretion of the elected Prosecuting Attorney, duties may include misdemeanor and felony matters, including review of reports, review and preparation of search warrants, interview and preparation of witnesses, authorization or rejection of charges, all aspects of cases including pretrial conferences, preparation of motions, briefs and pleadings and trial practice.
Required Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of criminal law, rules of evidence, court rules and rules of professional responsibility.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- High ethical standards, personally and professionally.
- Willingness to follow office policies.
Education & Experience
- Juris doctorate from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan.
- At least three years of previous prosecutorial and trial experience strongly preferred.
Job Location/Physical Requirements
This position is based in a climate-controlled office building and courthouse with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Occasional lifting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, and transferring a maximum of 25 pounds may be required.
How to Apply
Cover letter, resume, and Charlevoix County Employment Application (located on the "Employment Opportunities" page of www.charlevoixcounty.org ). Must be submitted as one package via email, walk-in, or mail. Mail to Human Resources, Shirley Roloff Center, 13513 Division St., Charlevoix, MI 49720.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000
