Become Wayne County’s Next Assistant Prosecuting Attorney III

This is more than a legal job. This is the kind of work that reminds you why you became an attorney in the first place. At the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office, Detroit, Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys are trusted with real responsibility, real courtroom experience, and cases that directly impact the safety, stability, and future of the community. Here, you are not waiting years to do meaningful work. You are stepping into it. WCPO is looking for attorneys with 3–5+ years of prosecution or litigation experience who are ready to own their cases, think clearly under pressure, and pursue justice with purpose. The right candidate is trial-ready, organized, decisive, precise in writing and case preparation, comfortable with modern evidence and discovery, and committed to outcomes that serve justice – not just win tallies. Under the leadership and mentorship of Prosecutor Kym Worthy, you will work in an office known for historic firsts, high-impact prosecutions, transformative justice reforms, and an unwavering commitment to community safety.Job Code: P0300UNION CODE: 045PAY GRADE: D40MINIMUM SALARY: $92,000MAXIMUM SALARY: $114,895About UsThe Charter County of WayneThe Charter County of Wayne is Michigan’s first and largest County! Home to 34 cities and nine townships; from Rockwood to Livonia, from Sumpter Township to the Grosse Pointes, each community in Wayne County offers residents and businesses a unique blend of opportunity to live, work, play and raise families.Headquartered in beautiful Downtown Detroit, our largest city and the automotive capital of the world, Wayne County Government offers a diversified economy and high standards for our residents’ quality of life. With a history rich in culture, arts and diverse communities, Wayne County takes pride in its promotion of diversity, inclusion and equity, not only through its residents but also through its employees.Becoming a part of the Wayne County team means that you are driven, ambitious and ready to have a positive impact on the community.Job DescriptionPurpose/DescriptionAssistant Prosecuting Attorneys (Level 1-4) in the Wayne County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, represent victims of crime on non-complex and complex cases. They draw up legal documents and give direction to police agencies pertaining to their cases. Levels dependent upon years of experience.Major Duties and ResponsibilitiesRequired KnowledgePsychology – Knowledge of human behavior and performance, individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation.Law and Government-Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.English Language-Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.Customer and Personal Service-Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.Required TasksMake recommendations on whether a criminal statue(s) has been violated.Review and evaluate the sufficiency of evidence for charges under the criminal law.Able to prosecute non-complex and complex cases in the Prosecutor’s OfficeManage caseload.Effectively address complex and difficult case issuesShow excellent oral and written communication skills.Review prosecutor’s filesTake guilty pleas.Argue bond motions.Conduct interviews of victims and witnesses on a casePrepare cases for trial by reviewing evidence, witness statements and exhibits, issuing subpoenas.Handle evidentiary hearings.Prepare memoranda as needed.Conduct voir direConduct direct and cross examination.Assistant Prosecuting AttorneyIntroduce evidence and exhibits.Prepare and argue jury instructions.Conduct preliminary examination, conduct bench and jury trials.Make closing arguments.Notify victims of all court datesMeet with victims and witnesses.Review sentencing guidelines.Address court at time of sentenceSpecific types of tools utilizedSupervision or Managerial ResponsibilityWill supervise administrative staff.Compliance and StandardsRequired to adhere to Wayne County Standards of conduct and compliance rules and regulations.Administrative DutiesCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesMust have strong interpersonal skills and be able to articulate effectively.Coaching and Developing OthersWill supervise the Legal AssistantsCoordinating the Work and Activities of OthersIncludes responsibility for work outcomes and resultsStaff Planning-Organizational DevelopmentGuiding, Directing, and Motivating Team MembersDecision Making-Impact of Decisions on internal/external partnersRequires making decisions that impact the results of co-workers, clients or the company.Opportunity to make decisions without supervision.Requires making decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization.Mistakes are not easily correctable and have serious consequences.Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkMust have strong time management and organizational skills.Developing Objectives and StrategiesMust be able to develop and implement strategic arguments and provide legal advice to clients.Allocation of Resources-Planning Resources, Actions and EventsData Sourcing RequirementsMust have strong attention to detail and ability to research various topics effectively and efficientlyCommunicating with External NetworksMust be able to work with a diverse group of external stakeholders.Management of ResourcesPersuasion or Influencing OthersPersonal InteractionContinual Learning-Updating and Using Relevant KnowledgeJob QualificationsEducational RequirementsJuris Doctorate DegreeState of MI-Must have passed the Bar ExamAssistant Prosecuting Attorney Levels require the below experience.Level 1: Minimum of 4 years’ experienceLevel 2: Minimum of 5 years’ experienceLevel 3: 5-7 years of experienceLevel 4: 7 or more years of experienceSystems Skills RequirementsJudgment and Decision Making- Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.Technical Skills RequirementsKnowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Powerpoint, Excel)Technology-Software/Hardware SkillsSocial Skills RequirementActive Listening – Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time tounderstand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interruptingat inappropriate times.Speaking- Talking to others to convey information effectively.Active Engagement – Giving full attention to what other people are communicating, takingtime to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and notinterrupting at inappropriate times, and conveying information effectively.Coordination -Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.Instructing -Teaching others how to do something.Negotiation- Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.Persuasion-Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.Service Orientation -Actively looking for ways to help people.Social Perceptiveness -Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.Communication Skills NeededRequires public speaking.Requires telephone conversations.Requires use of electronic mail.Requires writing letters and memos.Requires face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams.Requires contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise)Complex Problem-Solving Skills RequirementPersuasion-Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.Service Orientation -Actively looking for ways to help people.Social Perceptiveness -Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding whythey react as they do.Conflict Management Skills NeededRequires dealing with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous people.Includes conflict situationsPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentAccommodations If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Wayne County Department of Personnel/Human Resources at or via email at . Hearing or speech impaired persons using TDD’s or similar devices may contact the Michigan Relay Center, toll free at ( or 711 to communicate directly with theDepartment of Personnel/Human Resources during regular working hours.Using the frequency scale below (0-5) rate the kind of physical/mental activities andenvironmental conditions that are involved in the essential functions of this position. Rate each characteristic.FREQUENCY5 – Constant – 20+ hrs. or more per 40 hr. work week.4 – Very Frequent – 13-19 hrs. per 40 hr. work week.3 – Frequent – 6-12 hrs. per 40 hr. work week.2 – Occasional – 2-5 hrs. per 40 hr. work week.1 – Rare – 1 hr. or less per 40 hr. work week.0 – NeverPHYSICAL EFFORTTask FrequencyStanding 4Sitting 3Walking 3Running 2Driving – motorcycle/scooter 0Driving – motor vehicles 2Driving – heavy equipment 0Driving – high rate of speed 0Lifting – light/0-14 lbs. 2Lifting – moderate/15-50 lbs. 1Lifting – heavy/over 50 lbs. 0Pushing or Pulling 3Climbing – stairs 3Climbing – ladders 0Climbing – working at heights 0Climbing – working underground 0Bending 2Squatting 2Crawling 0Reaching 3Hand Dexterity – grasping 3Hand Dexterity – holding 3Hand Dexterity – keyboarding 5Hand Dexterity – repetitive movements 5Reading 5Writing 5Eye-Hand Coordination 5Seeing – clear vision required-near and/or far 4Seeing – color vision 3Seeing – depth perception 3Seeing – field of vision (peripheral) 3Seeing – 4Hearing 4Talking 4Sliding Under Automobile 0Swimming 0Use of Telephone 4Contact with General Public 5Working Alone (isolated) 3Working Overtime 3Traveling 3ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONSConditions / FrequencyWorking Around Hazardous Machinery 0Electrical Hazards 0Wet Surroundings 0Working at Night 3Loud Noise 2Low Noise 2Cluttered Floor Area 3High Temperature 2Low Temperature 2Poor Ventilation 3Vibrations 2Dust or Fumes 2Working Inside 4Working Outside 1JD DisclaimersEqual Employment OpportunityWayne County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to: recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. For information regarding the Department of Justice – EEO Utilization Report, please visithttps://www.waynecounty.com/departments/phr/legal-postings.aspx.Veterans FriendlyWayne County will continually recognize and support our country’s veterans, service members, and their families. Our commitment applies to all employment practices including, but not limited to recruiting, hiring, promotions, training, benefits, retention, certification, and testing. We fully recognize, honor, and comply with the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act.