Senior Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

Salary: $33.62 - $39.55 HourlyLocation : White Cloud, MIJob Type: Full-timeJob Number: 00301Department: Prosecuting AttorneyOpening Date: 03/13/2026Closing Date: ContinuousDescriptionThe Newaygo County Prosecuting Attorney is seeking a Senior Assistant Prosecuting Attorney to join their legal team. Under the direction of the Prosecuting Attorney, reviews and authorizes requests for warrants, determines the appropriate charge and prosecutes criminal and civil cases. Regularly presents criminals cases in the district court in probate and circuit court. Attempts to resolve and dispose of criminal and civil cases or tries case in court.Newaygo County offers a generous fringe benefit package which includes retirement and health insurance with no payroll deduction. Additionally, longevity pay increases are available beyond the top hourly rate as listed above.Examples of DutiesReviews criminal warrant requests from State and local law enforcement agencies, analyzes police reports, collects input from the law enforcement officers, researches the law as necessary to determine applicable statutes, and determines whether adequate grounds exist to authorize a warrant.Research and prepares criminal cases for trial, motion, sentencing and other proceedings. Includes researching applicable laws and court rules, interviewing witnesses, victims, children and investigating claims, developing trial strategies, and directing law enforcement officers and various staff/other parties in further investigations.Appears in court for arraignments, motions, trials, sentencing and other proceedings for the Prosecutor's Office. Selects jury, presents arguments, examines and cross-examines witnesses, introduces physical evidence/exhibits, argues with Judges and defense attorneys on points of law, jury instructions, qualification of expert witnesses and procedure and argues factual conclusions to a Judge or jury.Supervises law enforcement officers and staff from various agencies to ensure investigation and reporting of assigned cases are accomplished in accordance with professional and judicial rules and standards. Provides legal advice and instruction to officers and agency staff.Attempts to resolve and dispose of pending criminal and civil cases by negotiation and mediation with attorneys and involved parties to reach a plea agreement and potential sentencing or disposition.Reviews requests for search warrants, drafts search warrants and authorizes warrants as appropriate.Assists the Prosecutor in researching and rendering opinions on legal issues, policy and procedure involving the County, county agencies and departments and advises the same on legal issues. Draft and reviews press releases and county forms for statutory compliance upon request.Serves in an on-call capacity to receive and return calls from Police Officers, DHHS and the FOC Referee and prepare and send via fax or internet, search warrants, charging documents or petitions.Manages the caseload in both the Family and Probate Divisions of the Circuit Court, representing the Prosecutor's Office and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) in child protective proceedings and juvenile delinquency matters. Appear in court and at emergency removal hearings. Investigates allegations and reviews juvenile petitions for legal sufficiency, psychological and medical reports and case research. Drafts petitions, motions, briefs and other documents. Appears in court for said trials and hearings, selects jury, subpoenas witnesses, presents evidence, examines and cross-examines witnesses and argues law and facts with judges and defense attorneys simultaneously.Typical QualificationsEducation:Law degree from an accredited law school.Experience:Five to seven years as an Assistant Prosecutor or in a closely related capacity.All offers of employment are contingent upon passing a background check and drug screening which includes marijuana.Supplemental InformationPlease submit a cover letter, resume and 3 professional references.401(a) retirement that includes a 5% employer contribution, 4% employer match, and 4% employee contribution.Excellent health insurance package, including a health plan with no payroll deduction.Employer paid family life insurance coverage.Savings for health costs in retirement.Paid time off and vacation bundles, including 40 hours of vacation upon hire.13 paid holidays.Longevity and funeral pay.Employer paid short and long-term disability.On-Site gym at no cost; 24/7Annual pay step increases (based on a market adjustment) beyond the top pay rate that recognize years of service.