What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Prosecuting Attorney – Antrim County position at Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan?
Allen Anderson January 2, 2025
Class Title: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney
Department: Prosecutor’s Office
Duties
GENERAL DUTIES:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, reviewing police reports; authorizing or
declining criminal charges; conducting pre- trial matters in criminal cases; reviewing search
warrants; and drafting briefs and motions.
Caseload may include juvenile delinquency cases, abuse and neglect matters,
misdemeanors and felony cases.
Supervision Received
Works under the overall supervision of the Prosecuting Attorney and day to day supervision of the Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience
Juris Doctorate Degree
Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for long periods of time. The employee must be equipped to move to another area of the office when necessary. The employee must have function of the upper limbs and dexterity of the fingers for use of office machines, computers/keyboards and reaching.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet or moderately quiet.
Selection Guidelines
Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview and reference check, job related tests may be required. Criminal background check, physical and drug screen are required.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar to, related to or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Antrim County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Class Title: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney
Department: Prosecutor’s Office
Duties
GENERAL DUTIES:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, reviewing police reports; authorizing or
declining criminal charges; conducting pre- trial matters in criminal cases; reviewing search
warrants; and drafting briefs and motions.
Caseload may include juvenile delinquency cases, abuse and neglect matters,
misdemeanors and felony cases.
Supervision Received
Works under the overall supervision of the Prosecuting Attorney and day to day supervision of the Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The Assistant Prosecuting Attorney of the Antrim County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office must be able to work independently and exercise sound judgement.
- Engages in legal research, drafts legal briefs, prepares and answers motions, and interviews witnesses in preparation for court appearances.
- Responsibilities include processing complaints from various police agencies and prosecuting all phases of probate, misdemeanor, and felony matters, including motions, hearings, jury trials, and appeals in Circuit Court. Employees work as part of a team and are responsible for ensuring that the team meets its objectives.
- The caseload may include juvenile delinquency cases, abuse and neglect matters, misdemeanors, and felony cases.
- “On call” to police officers and court at the direction of the Chief Assistant or Prosecuting Attorney.
- The Assistant Prosecuting Attorney must complete all other duties as assigned.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience
Juris Doctorate Degree
Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Working knowledge of computers and electronic data processing
- Thorough knowledge of Prosecutor by Karpel, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- Working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures
- Skill in compiling and evaluating complex data and formulating position and arguments
- Skill in oral presentation, examination, and cross-examination
- Ability to maintain accurate and complete records and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to effectively meet, coordinate, and deal with multiple agencies and individuals
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Ability to handle stressful situations.
The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for long periods of time. The employee must be equipped to move to another area of the office when necessary. The employee must have function of the upper limbs and dexterity of the fingers for use of office machines, computers/keyboards and reaching.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet or moderately quiet.
Selection Guidelines
Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview and reference check, job related tests may be required. Criminal background check, physical and drug screen are required.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar to, related to or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Antrim County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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