Assistant Prosecuting Attorney – Ionia County Prosecutor’s Office
Ionia County is conveniently located between Lansing and Grand Rapids with I-96 passing through the county. We are a smaller office serving a rural community with the unique situation of being home to three prison facilities.
About the role
The Assistant Prosecuting Attorney (APA) will be exposed to all responsibilities and facets of a Prosecutor’s Office: civil infractions, misdemeanors, felonies, juvenile delinquency, abuse neglect, and more.
- Reviewing warrant and petition requests
- Conducting plea negotiations for both juvenile and adult defendants
- Drafting and responding to motions/appeals
- Formal hearings and trials
- Representing DHHS in Abuse/Neglect cases
Strong oral advocacy skills are required, as the APA will be expected to conduct various hearings, preliminary exams, bench and jury trials.
Requirements
- Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school
- Member in good standing with the Michigan State Bar
Pay
Wage range of $76,674 to $93,912 yearly, dependent on applicant’s relevant experience. Additional on-call pay and available yearly step increases.
Benefits
Full county benefits package included.