The Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office is housed in the state-of-the-are Criminal Justice Center just north of downtown Detroit, a vibrant city where you can live, work, and play amid rich culture and diverse neighborhoods. The office offers free parking and easy access to dining, professional sports, and nightlife and the historic Eastern Market. It’s also close to the Detroit Science Center, the Detroit Institute of Arts, and Charles H. Wright Museum and it is only a few minutes from Wayne State University and the Detroit Medical Center.

At the WCPO we prosecute some of the region’s most complex cases. We do more than enforce the law – we help shape it, pursuing justice with rigor, integrity, and a commitment to the community we serve.

COMPENSATION: Compensation is commensurate with experience. Full medical benefits, as well as a retirement plan with robust time off, and paid parental leave, etc., with an annual step increase.

QUALIFICATIONS: Juris Doctorate Degree; must be a member in good standing of the State Bar of Michigan; possess effective oral and written communication skills; highly organized and extremely motivated. You must have a minimum of 2 years of experience litigating violent crimes.

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:

Prosecute complex and difficult cases involving gangs/groups and high impact offenders.
Prosecute high visibility/media cases.
Conduct investigative subpoenas, motion and bond hearings, preliminary examinations, trials, and sentencings.
Interview victims, witnesses and, in some instances, conduct investigative subpoenas.
Provide zealous and effective advocacy on behalf of the People of the State of Michigan.
Participate in Community crime prevention events and attend crime intelligence briefings.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check and a negative drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Wayne 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 visit

https://www.waynecounty.com/departments/phr/legal-postings.aspx.

Veterans Friendly

Wayne 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.

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