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Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

Xenia, OH · On-site

$72K - $87K/yr

The Greene County Prosecutor's Office is accepting applications for a position as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney assigned to the Criminal Division. The salary range is $72,500.00 to $87,500.00 ...

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$72K - $87K/yr

The Greene County Prosecutor's Office is accepting applications for a position as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney assigned to the Criminal Division. The salary range is $72,500.00 to $87,500.00 ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant prosecuting attorney in the United States is $86,445.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,000.00 and $95,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant prosecuting attorney?

To thrive as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, bar admission, strong legal research, and litigation skills. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, case management systems, and courtroom presentation technology is important. Excellent written and verbal communication, ethical judgment, and the ability to work under pressure set standout performers apart. These competencies are essential for effectively representing the state, ensuring justice, and managing complex caseloads in a high-stakes legal environment.

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Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys often handle a high volume of cases, requiring strong organizational and time management skills. Balancing court appearances, preparing legal documents, and meeting with law enforcement or witnesses can be demanding. Additionally, navigating ethical considerations while seeking justice and collaborating with defense attorneys and victims' advocates can be complex. These challenges are typically addressed through mentorship, collaborative team meetings, and leveraging case management systems provided by the office.

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CredentialsJurisdiction-specific law degree, bar admissionJurisdiction-specific law degree, bar admission
Work EnvironmentProsecutor's office, courtroom, legal researchProsecutor's office, courtroom, legal research
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Both Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys and Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys work within prosecutors' offices, handling criminal cases, legal research, and courtroom proceedings. The main difference often lies in their specific roles, seniority, and responsibilities, which can vary by jurisdiction. Generally, both positions require similar credentials and serve in the criminal justice system to prosecute cases on behalf of the government.

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Assistant prosecuting attorneys typically earn between $50,000 and $80,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and the size of the jurisdiction. Salaries may increase with years of service and additional responsibilities, and some positions offer benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans.

How to become an assistant prosecuting attorney?

To become an assistant prosecuting attorney, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree followed by a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. They must pass the state bar examination and gain legal experience, often through internships or clerkships, before applying for the position. Strong analytical, communication, and courtroom skills are essential for success in this role.
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Infographic showing various Assistant Prosecuting Attorney job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,445 per year, or $41.6 per hour.

APA TRAINEE, ASSOCIATE, LEAD OR SENIOR ASSISTANT PROSECUTING ATTORNEY (PROSECUTOR'S OFFICE)

Flint, MI • On-site

Genesee County, MI
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$66/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Genesee County (Michigan) rating

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Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

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Job description

ASSISTANT PROSECUTING ATTORNEY TRAINEE
Starting Pay: $21.5995 Hourly ($44,927)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited law school.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to perform Essential Job Duties and Functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
JOB SUMMARY: Performs a variety of legal tasks in Probate, District and Circuit Courts which includes legal research, representation of the County in legal proceedings and court cases; develops legal opinions; works under supervision; performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:
  • Prepares and tries cases in Probate, District and Circuit Courts
  • Interviews complainants and issues orders for warrants in criminal cases
  • Furnishes information on inquiries and complaints submitted to the office of the Prosecuting Attorney
  • Prepares and follows up on extradition cases
  • Takes statements from suspects and participates in various hearings when summoned by State, City or County officials
  • Handles hearings in Probate Court for economically disadvantaged people, hears commitments and juvenile cases

ASSOCIATE ASSISTANT PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
Starting Pay: $42.3361 Hourly ($88,059)
Step A: $44.6716 Hourly ($92,917)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited law school -AND- a member of the State Bar of Michigan in good standing;
-AND-
One (1) of the following: Judicial clerkship experience, Internship/Externship experience, Law School Clinic Experience or Moot Court Team Experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to perform Essential Job Duties and Functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
JOB SUMMARY: Performs a wide variety of legal tasks in Circuit (Criminal and Family Court) and District Court with occasional Probate Court Appearances
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:
  • Appears at arraignments, pretrials, probable cause conferences, preliminary examinations, preliminary hearings, review hearings, dispositional hearings and misdemeanor sentence hearings.
  • Represents the People in traffic enforcement matters before the District Court.
  • Represents the People in probation violation and show cause matters.
  • Conducts trials in misdemeanor, juvenile delinquency, neglect-abuse and mental commitment cases.
  • Assists senior APA staff in conducting felony trials or other complex litigation matters.
  • Interviews complainants and police officers relative to criminal cases the APA is prosecuting to prepare for court hearings.
  • Conducts legal research.
  • Attends community meetings and law enforcement agency meetings at the direction of the elected prosecutor.

LEAD ASSISTANT PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
Starting Pay: $48.4183 Hourly ($100,710)
Step A: $50.8250 Hourly ($105,716)
Step B: $53.2313 Hourly ($110,721)
Step C: $54.8279 Hourly ($114,042)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited law school -AND- a member of the State Bar of Michigan in good standing;
-AND- either:
Three (3) years' experience as a lawyer;
-OR-
Two (2) years' experience as a Prosecuting attorney;
-OR-
One (1) year experience as a prosecuting attorney -AND- one (1) year combined experience as a judicial clerk and prosecution internship/externship.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to perform Essential Job Duties and Functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
JOB SUMMARY: Performs a wide variety of legal tasks in Circuit (Criminal and Family Court) and District Court with occasional Probate Court Appearances.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:
  • Appears at arraignments, pretrials, probable cause conferences, preliminary examinations, preliminary hearings, review hearings, dispositional hearings and misdemeanor sentence hearings.
  • Represents the People in traffic enforcement matters before the District Court.
  • Represents the People in probation violation and show cause matters.
  • Conducts felony and misdemeanor trials, juvenile delinquency, neglect-abuse trials and mental commitment trials.
  • Interviews complainants and police officers relative to criminal cases the APA is prosecuting to prepare for court hearings.
  • Conducts legal research.
  • Attends community meetings and law enforcement agency meetings at the direction of the elected prosecutor.
  • Assists senior staff in complex litigation matters.
  • Provides training to law enforcement community and other prosecutors.
  • Reviews law enforcement requests for arrest warrants.
  • Drafts or reviews search warrants.
  • Prepares and manages forfeiture and nuisance abatement matters.
  • Serves on advisory committee to the elected prosecutor as requested.

SENIOR ASSISTANT PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
Starting Pay: $55.3606 Hourly ($115,150)
Step A: $57.5745 Hourly ($119,755)
Step B: $60.9236 Hourly ($126,721)
Step C: $66.0005 Hourly ($137,281)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited law school -AND- a member of the State Bar of Michigan in good standing;
-AND-
Eight (8) years' experience as a lawyer conducting complex litigation with at least 10 jury trials or 25 bench trials or 20 oral arguments in the appellate courts;
-OR-
Five (5) years' experience as a prosecutor with at least 10 felony jury trials or a combination of 10 misdemeanor jury trials and 25 bench trials or 15 oral arguments in the appellate court;
-OR-
Twenty (20) years' experience in a Prosecutor's Office.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to perform Essential Job Duties and Functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
JOB SUMMARY: Performs a wide variety of legal tasks in Circuit (Criminal and Family Court), District Court with occasional Probate Court appearances, or of assigned to the Appeals Bureau, in the Court of Appeals or Supreme Court.
Essential Job Duties and Functions:
  • Represent the People in court proceedings, including arraignments, trials, hearings, and probation violations
  • Handle cases involving misdemeanors, felonies, juvenile delinquency, neglect-abuse, and mental commitments
  • Interview complainants and law enforcement to prepare for hearings
  • Conduct legal research and draft or review search and arrest warrants
  • Participate in complex litigation, including homicide, sexual assault, and gang-related cases
  • Serve as lead counsel in trials and mentor junior attorneys
  • Attend community and law enforcement meetings as assigned
  • Provide training to prosecutors and law enforcement personnel
  • Prepare and manage forfeiture and nuisance abatement matters
  • Respond to motions and represent the office in appellate courts when assigned
  • Serve on advisory committees as requested by the elected prosecutor

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