Description:
Alpena and Alcona Counties are seeking an attorney with Michigan licensure to prosecute on a part-time basis (16-20 hours weekly) in Alcona County and fulfill a part-time (16-20 hours weekly) grant funded contractual position in Alpena County, practicing all aspects (authorization of charges, prosecution and sentencing proceedings) of criminal felony, misdemeanor and traffic caseloads. Position is hybrid remote with in-person court appearances for evidentiary proceedings and trials. Attorney will also be responsible for assisting other prosecutors on an as-needed basis with research and motions drafting, conducting preliminary examinations and court appearances, up to and including trials.Salary for Alcona County is expected to be $38000 annually with access to medical, dental and vision benefits.
Grant funding for Alpena County is secured for the following two years and will be paid hourly pursuant to employee contract not to exceed $38,500 per year. Additional funding sources will be pursued to continue the position.
No previous prosecution experience is necessary, but any criminal law experience should be noted in the resume. Must be a graduate of an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan and be a member in good standing with the Michigan State Bar.
Employment is dependent on background check and criminal history.
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and legal writing sample to prosecutor@alpenacounty.org and ereed@alconacounty.org.
