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County of Portage

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Criminal Division/Misdemeanor

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Ravenna, OH (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/19/2026

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What they do

A Prosecutor is a lawyer who is responsible for presenting the case in a criminal trial against an individual accused of breaking the law. Typically, the prosecutor represents the government, or public, in the case brought against the accused person.

$108,622 / year median in Ohio

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Responding to legal inquiries from various law enforcement agencies (including 24 hour on-call status) Preparing for and conducting bench and jury trials and other court hearings in all misdemeanor cases. Performing investigations; Communicating with victims regarding the status of their cases; Attending pretrial conferences; Researching and writing legal briefs and pleadings, motions, etc.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Preparing and presenting seminars for local law enforcement personnel; Attending various seminars and public events.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Equipment:

Incumbent operates the following equipment: computer scanner, smart phone, computerized docketing system, fax machine, and copier.

Critical Skills/Expertise:

Comprehensive knowledge of the legal system; Ability to prepare and conduct jury and bench trials; Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Knowledge of researching skills; Knowledge of the Rules of the Court, the Ohio Revised Code, Administrative Code, Criminal Rules, etc.

Job Standards:

Juris Doctor Degree is required. Incumbent must pass the bar exam and be licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio and in good standing with the Supreme Court of Ohio. Incumbent directs the work activities of investigators, legal assistants, paralegals, interns and clerks. Supervisor provides detailed and technical instructions regarding procedural issues, and reviews work of incumbent. Incumbent makes most decisions regarding work independently. Incumbent has contact with law enforcement officers, co-workers, employees in the department, public and private sector employees, court personnel, institutional residents, and the general public. The purpose of these contacts is to provide legal representation, conduct investigations, and prepare for and conduct trials.