Qureos Mentor

Genesee County

<div>Starting Pay: $47.4688 Hourly ($98,735) 
Step A: $49.8284 Hourly ($103,643) 
Step B: $52.1875 Hourly ($108,550) 
Step C: $53.7529 Hourly ($111,806)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Member in good standing of the Michigan State Bar -AND- three (3) years' experience in the practice of criminal law either as a prosecutor, public defender or in private criminal defense practice, which includes trial experience as lead counsel or second chair in four (4) criminal jury trials.
Completion of MIDC-approved trial skills simulation programs may count toward trial experience.
Must be able to produce, upon request, a list of trials conducted and proof of completion of any and all trial skills training programs.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to perform Essential Job Duties and Functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
JOB SUMMARY: Performs indigent criminal defense for adult criminal cases with a concentration in complex high-severity felonies and a wide variety of legal tasks in the criminal divisions of circuit and district court which includes legal research and representation of clients at all critical stages; under the general direction of Chief Public Defender, provides indigent defense attorney services support, consultation and training for less experienced attorneys and interns.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:<ul><li>
Reviews charging documents, police reports and other discovery as provided by the prosecution.</li><li>
Promptly meets with clients and learns the client's goals for the representation and any special needs of the client.</li><li>
Determines what further fact investigation to undertake and directs that investigation, including the identification, consultation and hiring of applicable experts as approved by the Chief Public Defender.</li><li>
Determines what legal issues need development, researches those issues and presents them in the appropriate forum.</li><li>
Negotiates with the prosecution and promptly advises the client of the status of those negotiations.</li><li>
Litigates any issues that are necessary and appropriate, including bringing cases to trial, handling probation violations and other hearings as assigned.</li><li>
Conducts any post-trial litigation necessary, such as sentencing.</li><li>
Maintains availability to other staff members and roster attorneys for consultation and education, participates in training programs and maintains current knowledge of appropriate support functions, including participation in training and mentoring other attorneys as requested by the Chief Public Defender.</li><li>
Maintains accurate, complete and legible case files.</li><li>
Performs other attorney functions as assigned, including show cause hearings, state grand jury proceedings and other hearings as assigned.</li><li>
Assists junior staff and roster attorneys with trial strategy, plea negotiations and client relations as directed by the Chief Public Defender.</li><li>
Performs related work as required.</li></ul>
Please see the attached job description for more details.</div>

LEAD ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER

<div>Starting Pay: $57.4803 Hourly ($119,559) 
Step A: $60.3538 Hourly ($125,536) 
Step B: $63.3716 Hourly ($131,813) 
Step C: $67.1952 Hourly ($139,766) 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited law school and a member of the State Bar of Michigan in good standing;
-AND-
Ten (10) years' legal practice (lawyer, judge or referee). Of those ten years: 
At least five (5) years' experience prosecuting criminal cases or in a governmental law office;
-AND-
Of those five (5) years, at least three (3) years' experience in the trial of felony cases amounting to 10 criminal jury trials to verdict or 25 delinquency/neglect abuse trials;
-AND-
Two (2) years' experience teaching at any level or providing training to law enforcement, prosecutors or other criminal justice partner agencies, such as DHHS;
-AND-
A. Service to a governing board of a non-profit agency, community group, professional group, religious group or Governmental board or body;
-OR-
B. Service as an athletic coach of an organized sporting group at any level -OR- as a referee of any organized sporting group at any level -OR- a Scout Troop Leader at any level -OR- prior oversight, training and mentorship responsibilities to interns/externs or junior staff.
-OR-
Any combination of A and B.
JOB SUMMARY: Works under the direct supervision of the Prosecutor and Chief Assistant Prosecutor; primary tasks are the oversight of staff (APA and support staff) and work product of their assigned division of the Prosecutor's Office; work in conjunction with co-supervisors of other divisions and the clerical supervisors and advocate supervisor; the Bureau Chief will appear in court as required by their divisions workload and as assigned by the Prosecutor or Chief Assistant.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:
<ul><li>Manages the workflow and supervises the staff of the varying divisions of the Prosecutor's Office to which they may be assigned;</li><li>
Exemplifies and practices sound leadership and mentorship principles;</li><li>
Participates with Prosecutor's Office Administration in the formulation, implementation and execution of office policy, both legal and general;</li><li>
Assists APA staff in conducting trials or other complex litigation matters;</li><li>
Conducts legal research;</li><li>
Serves as a liaison between the Prosecutor's Office and the courts, community agencies, law enforcement agencies and other criminal justice partners at the direction of the elected Prosecutor;</li><li>
Serves on at least one committee of the Prosecuting Attorney's Association as directed by the elected Prosecutor;</li><li>
Serves in a leadership role in at least one outside (the County) organization or in conjunction with the leadership team of Genesee County as directed by the elected Prosecutor;</li><li>
Prepares and handles cases in all courts in Genesee County.</li></ul>
Please see the attached job description for more details.</div>

BUREAU CHIEF- APPEALS DIVISION (PROSECUTOR'S OFFICE)

CAREER OPPORTUNITY NOTICECOUNTY OF GENESEE ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEYThis position is responsible for assisting the County Attorney in representing Genesee County and its constituent agencies with primary responsibility of representing the Genesee County Department of Social Services (GCDSS). The Office of the County Attorney provides a collaborative work environment with extensive peer support and presents an excellent career opportunity for long term public employment for qualified applicants.AVAILABILITY: September 2, 2025COMPENSATION: $87,568-110,775, salary commensurate based upon experience, with enrollment in New York State Retirement System and excellent health benefits.Position is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Applicants must be licensed to practice law and in good standing in the State of New York. All experience levels encouraged to apply. County will provide training for exceptional candidates who lack relevant experience.DUTIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING1. Assist the County Attorney and other Departments as assigned by the County Attorney.2. Represent GCDSS in proceedings and actions in Family Court involving child abuse, child neglect, foster care and termination of parental rights.3. Responsible for prosecuting Family Offense Petitions in Family Court4. Represent GCDSS in Fair Hearings to maintain child protective reports5. Provide legal advice and consultation to GCDSS Personnel for matters relating to children and family services.6. Position provides extensive courtroom experience.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT: Successful completion of a background investigation will be required prior to appointment.SUBMIT ONLINE GENESEE COUNTY APPLICATION AND RESUME: Please complete application online and/or submit to Anita Cleveland, Director of Human Resources, 15 Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. Applications and resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Further inquiries may be sent to County.attorney@co.geneseee.ny.us.All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or marital status. Job Type: Full-timePay: $87,568.00 - $110,775.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Loan forgiveness</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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LEAD ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER

BUREAU CHIEF- APPEALS DIVISION (PROSECUTOR'S OFFICE)

Assistant County Attorney