Assistant Prosecuting Attorney – Grand Traverse County Prosecutor’s Office

Job Description

The primary function of the job is to participate in the prosecuting of all phases of criminal felony and misdemeanor felony trails, motions, hearings, and appeals in any/all courts. Employees in this job have no formal supervisory role, however, may train, guide, or lead employees in the designated work unit. Employees work as part of a team and are responsible for ensuring that the team meets its objectives.

This position may require irregular hours. This position may also require travel by the employee in the employee’s own vehicle. May be required to work on-call in an emergency.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Prosecutes all phases of criminal and civil trials, jury or non-jury, motions, appeals, and/or hearings in District, Probate, or Circuit Court, as well as certain appeals in the Court of Appeals, Supreme Court, and Federal Courts.
• Provides legal advice and consultation to less experienced attorneys, law enforcement, internal staff, and citizens.
• Reviews and collaborates on the investigations of law enforcement, applicable internal departments, and office staff.
• Aids in the development, review, and implementation of policies and procedures for groups related to the criminal justice system.
• Presents and argues cases to juries, judges, and other fact finders.
• Prepares legal documents, including petitions, motions, briefs, and directives.
• Serves generally as a felony trial attorney, or serves as the principal attorney in a specific field such as child support enforcement, child abuse and neglect, juvenile division of the Family Court, narcotics, or other specialized area.
• Participates in the day-to-day tasks of reviewing police reports, warrant screening, drafting of search warrants, petitions, and other legal documents, and provides specialized information and advice to various police agencies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate Degree
• Four to six years directly related experience
• Member in good standing of the State Bar of Michigan is required

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Wellness, Tuition Reimbursement, 401K, Holidays, Personal Leave, Parental Leave, 457(b), Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability

Experience Level

• Mid-level

Salary

$85,951.00 – $107,464.00 Yearly

Department

Prosecuting Attorney’s Office

Reports To

Chief Assistant Prosecutor

Work Location

Traverse City, MI

Agency

County Prosecutor’s Office

Agency Level

County

County

Grand Traverse

Posting Date

05/15/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Application Instructions

Please apply via the Grand Traverse County website.

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