Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

DUTIES:

• Prosecutes complaints for and on behalf of the County and other official agencies.
• Receives and reviews police reports and arrest warrants from police departments.
• Advises police agencies on proper legal procedures.
• Prepares legal briefs for submission to Circuit and District Courts, Court of Appeals and Supreme Court.
• Represents the people of the State of Michigan in jury and non-jury felony cases in the Circuit Court and District Court; argues cases in front of the Court of Appeals and Supreme Court.
• Assists less experienced Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys by recommending strategies and techniques.
• Exercises a considerable degree of independent judgment throughout each state of the criminal justice process and in the preparation of cases.
• Participates in community outreach programs of personal interest to the applicant that align with the office goals.
• This description is intended to illustrate the type and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Graduation from an accredited law school is required.
• No experience is necessary. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a member of the State Bar of Michigan.
• If awaiting bar results, applicant may be hired in pending passage of bar exam.

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Fax: (269) 983-5788
Address: Berrien County Administration Building, Personnel Department, 701 Main St., St. Joseph, MI 49085