Assistant Prosecuting Attorney – Chippewa County Prosecutor’s Office

Position Information

Agency Level: County

County: Chippewa

Agency: County Prosecutor's Office

Job Title: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

Job Reference/ID Number: 2309

Work Location: Sault Ste Marie, Michigan

Reports To: Robert L. Stratton, III

Salary: $82,707.23 – $97,218.98 Yearly

Benefits:

• Hybrid Pension – 1% Employee Contribution; Health, Dental & Vision Insurance – 20% Employee Contribution; Paid Vacation & sick Leave, 14 Paid Holidays a Year; Life Insurance; Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance; Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 120 Payments

Experience Level:

• Entry-level

Position: Full-Time

Posting Date: 11/04/2025

Open Until Filled

Job Description

Job Overview:

Works under the authority, guidelines and supervision of the Prosecuting Attorney. The Assistant Prosecutor is delegated authority and responsibility by the Prosecuting Attorney to assist the Prosecutor to fulfill her/his statutory duties, pursuant to MCL 49.153 and MSA 5.751. Performs a wide assortment of routine and complex prosecutorial duties under the direction of the Prosecuting Attorney.

Responsibilities and Duties:

– Under the supervision of the Prosecuting Attorney review police reports to authorize or deny warrant requests for criminal prosecution.
– Represent the State of Michigan in all stages of prosecution for misdemeanor, felony, and probate cases by appearing in District, Circuit, and/or Probate courts from authorization through trial.
– Interview victims and witnesses.
– Draft all types of legal pleadings; for example: motions, briefs, stipulations, witness lists, and jury instructions.
– Prepare and review search warrants.
– Consult with law enforcement agencies.
– Any other duties assigned by the prosecuting attorney.

Minimum Qualifications:

Membership in the Michigan State Bar Association.

Application Instructions:

Please email a copy of your resume, cover letter, and writing sample to Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Kristin Giommi at k.giommi@chippewacountymi.gov.