Assistant Prosecutor Senior- HR USE ONLY

Oakland County•Pontiac, MI

1d•$45 - $58•Onsite

About The Position

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents. When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward. For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit: https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire General Summary $44.79 - $57.83 This job posting is for administrative and processing purposes only. Candidates should apply only if you have been directly instructed by HR to do so. Applications submitted without prior HR authorization will not be considered. Performs a variety of professional legal duties, generally the more difficult and specialized legal work, in any division in the Prosecuting Attorney's Department. Is responsible for obtaining and evaluating evidence, authorizing, and preparing arrest warrants and search warrants, performing legal research, writing briefs, and presenting cases. Utilizes current countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

Requirements

Must remain a licensed member in good standing of the State Bar of Michigan.
Under the Merit System Resolution, Section II, adopted November 8, 1966, employees in this class are excluded from the Merit System for the purpose of the manner of selection, appointment, removal from office or limitation of political activity
Assistant Prosecutor Seniors are not exempted from having to comply with the provisions of Merit System Rule 16 (Pre‑employment Screening) detailing the required fingerprinting, furnishing of education and employment references, and the employment medical examination prior to the effective date of appointment.

Nice To Haves

Must have at least four (4) years of trial work experience or its equivalent.
Reasonable ability to utilize current word processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail and Internet software.

Responsibilities

Reviews facts and evidence presented by law enforcement agencies regarding alleged violations of state criminal laws of a complicated nature and determines whether a warrant should be authorized by the Prosecuting Attorney.
Determines the proper criminal charges and, using the appropriate legal language, prepares arrest warrants and other necessary legal documents in connection with such charges.
Advises law enforcement agencies of the proper legal procedures to be followed in the investigation of alleged criminal conduct of a complicated nature.
Assists law enforcement agencies in their investigations by drafting any necessary legal documents, such as electronic surveillance warrants, subpoenas, search warrants and affidavits.
Handles citizen complaints to the Prosecuting Attorney's Department on a broad range of problems and attempts to resolve the complaints by a non‑criminal disposition, such as a referral to an appropriate agency, or by the issuance of an arrest warrant.
Conducts the trials of state law felony cases, including interviewing victims and witnesses, reviewing of all physical evidence, researching legal issues, and undertaking all other preparation necessary for an effective representation of the people of the State of Michigan.
Conducts preliminary examinations in felony cases whenever necessary.
Appears in Circuit Courts on behalf of the people of the State of Michigan in all legal proceedings required by law or court rule, including arraignments, bond hearings, fugitive hearings, evidentiary hearings, sentences, and probation violation hearings.
Prepares pleadings and takes the legal steps necessary in connection with such proceedings.
Negotiates pleas or other appropriate dispositions with defense attorneys on pending criminal matters consistent with the law and departmental policy.
Prepares legal pleadings and written briefs in criminal appeals of a complicated nature and presents oral arguments in connection with such appeals.
Represents the people of the State of Michigan in Probate Court hearings involving juvenile delinquency matters and neglect and abuse cases.
Prepares legal pleadings and appears in the District or Circuit Courts in connection with paternity suits, proceedings under the Uniform Reciprocal Enforcement of Support Act, or other matters handled by the Family Support Division of the Prosecuting Attorney's Department, if assigned to that division.
Performs special investigations, handles unusual or complicated cases, and conducts legal research on specific issues as requested by the Prosecuting Attorney or Deputy Chief Prosecutor.
Utilizes current countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.