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Summary:
- This is investigations' work at the full performance level for the County's District Attorney's office. A position in this class conducts investigations for use in prosecuting criminal cases. Work includes locating individuals, taking statements and evidence, and conducting background checks. A position in this class is differentiated from those in closely related ones by the criminal nature of the cases assigned and the administrative investigation responsibility for other County and/or Court functions. A position in this class reports directly to a higher-level investigations position.
Typical Examples of Work:
- Receives and reviews cases to identify and document information, determine action needed and develops cases for use in prosecuting criminal charges; compiles existing information noting real or potential sources for further information; assembles evidence of any nature to determine the facts known and needed in a case; does legal research as required for investigations; serves court orders, subpoena and/or warrants; may investigate applications for parole or clemency and parole reviews; prepares reports of investigations.
- Works with law-enforcement agencies in criminal investigations; visits crime scene; takes photographic and other technical evidence; insures control of evidence trail; identifies and locates witnesses; interviews and takes statements from witnesses; follows up on leads established in such interviews, regardless of the location, time of day or specific circumstances involved; documents all such information received; may take part in pre-trial and other conferences between the prosecution and the defense offices, regarding sentencing, plea bargaining, witnesses for the parties and evidence to be presented; testifies to general activities and/or specific findings.
- Conducts background checks of employees in sensitive County or Court positions; makes reports of findings; maintains wire-tap equipment; installs such equipment upon court order; follows up on results; investigates applicants for and complaints about licenses for Bingo and other operations; carries out extradition orders and detainers; carries out law-enforcement functions for internal County facilities; apprehends subjects on contempt charges; commits such subjects to County prison; executes court-ordered writs, rules and attachments.
- Performs related work as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of criminal investigation goals and objectives, principles and practices.
- Thorough knowledge of methods and techniques commonly employed in interviewing individuals who may be resistant and/or hostile to providing information.
- Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of judicial proceedings, including rules of procedure and evidence as they affect investigatory activities.
- Knowledge of applicable laws, precedents and regulations.
- Skill in the identification and follow up of new or additional sources of information required in developing comprehensive cases for use by the defense or the prosecution.
- Skill in the use and maintenance of handguns, when required by work assignment.
- Ability to learn and comply with statutory, regulatory and judicial requirements and restrictions governing activities.
- Ability to apprehend and detain individuals.
- Ability to establish and maintain records of activities and to prepare reports from same.
- Ability to testify in judicial proceedings to activities and findings.
Acceptable Training & Experience:
- Education equivalent to completion of two years of full-time study at the post high-school level in criminal justice, law enforcement or a closely related field.
- Two to four years investigations experience in a law-enforcement, criminal justice or related organization.
- Or any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience which has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities cited above.
Additional Requirements:
Possession of Certification issued by the Municipal Police Officer Training Commission.A criminal background check may be required.
Summary:
- This is investigations' work at the full performance level for the County's District Attorney's office. A position in this class conducts investigations for use in prosecuting criminal cases. Work includes locating individuals, taking statements and evidence, and conducting background checks. A position in this class is differentiated from those in closely related ones by the criminal nature of the cases assigned and the administrative investigation responsibility for other County and/or Court functions. A position in this class reports directly to a higher-level investigations position.
Typical Examples of Work:
- Receives and reviews cases to identify and document information, determine action needed and develops cases for use in prosecuting criminal charges; compiles existing information noting real or potential sources for further information; assembles evidence of any nature to determine the facts known and needed in a case; does legal research as required for investigations; serves court orders, subpoena and/or warrants; may investigate applications for parole or clemency and parole reviews; prepares reports of investigations.
- Works with law-enforcement agencies in criminal investigations; visits crime scene; takes photographic and other technical evidence; insures control of evidence trail; identifies and locates witnesses; interviews and takes statements from witnesses; follows up on leads established in such interviews, regardless of the location, time of day or specific circumstances involved; documents all such information received; may take part in pre-trial and other conferences between the prosecution and the defense offices, regarding sentencing, plea bargaining, witnesses for the parties and evidence to be presented; testifies to general activities and/or specific findings.
- Conducts background checks of employees in sensitive County or Court positions; makes reports of findings; maintains wire-tap equipment; installs such equipment upon court order; follows up on results; investigates applicants for and complaints about licenses for Bingo and other operations; carries out extradition orders and detainers; carries out law-enforcement functions for internal County facilities; apprehends subjects on contempt charges; commits such subjects to County prison; executes court-ordered writs, rules and attachments.
- Performs related work as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of criminal investigation goals and objectives, principles and practices.
- Thorough knowledge of methods and techniques commonly employed in interviewing individuals who may be resistant and/or hostile to providing information.
- Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of judicial proceedings, including rules of procedure and evidence as they affect investigatory activities.
- Knowledge of applicable laws, precedents and regulations.
- Skill in the identification and follow up of new or additional sources of information required in developing comprehensive cases for use by the defense or the prosecution.
- Skill in the use and maintenance of handguns, when required by work assignment.
- Ability to learn and comply with statutory, regulatory and judicial requirements and restrictions governing activities.
- Ability to apprehend and detain individuals.
- Ability to establish and maintain records of activities and to prepare reports from same.
- Ability to testify in judicial proceedings to activities and findings.
Acceptable Training & Experience:
- Education equivalent to completion of two years of full-time study at the post high-school level in criminal justice, law enforcement or a closely related field.
- Two to four years investigations experience in a law-enforcement, criminal justice or related organization.
- Or any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience which has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities cited above.
Additional Requirements:
Possession of Certification issued by the Municipal Police Officer Training Commission.A criminal background check may be required.
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Who's Hiring
- Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan19
- Pima County7
- Harris County5
- State of Idaho4
- Travis County3
Top Industries Hiring
- Government & Public Sector
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant county attorney jobs.
- Active bar membership in the state where the position is located
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school
- Experience in civil litigation, criminal prosecution, or government law
- Strong legal research and writing skills with courtroom experience
- Ability to represent the county in administrative hearings and trials
- Knowledge of local government codes, statutes, and regulatory compliance
Tips for Your Assistant County Attorney Job Search
Tailor your resume to county priorities
County attorney offices care about courtroom experience, not just firm credentials. Highlight the number of hearings, trials, or administrative proceedings you've handled, the practice areas you covered, and any work with government agencies or public clients.
Get bar admission in the right state
Most postings require active bar admission in the state where the county sits. If you're licensed elsewhere, check whether that state offers reciprocity or a motion to admit, and disclose your status clearly in your cover letter before the hiring committee asks.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant county attorney openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show public interest motivation concretely
County hiring panels are skeptical of private-sector attorneys who don't explain why they're making the switch. Name a specific practice area the office handles, such as child support enforcement or land use, and connect it to work you've already done.
Prepare for skills-based interview questions
County attorney interviews often include scenario questions tied to real case types the office handles, like responding to a pro se litigant or advising a department head under time pressure. Practice walking through your reasoning out loud, not just the outcome.
Negotiate start date and bar clearance timing
If you're awaiting bar results or clearance from a background check, raise it proactively during the offer stage. Many county offices will hold a position or offer a provisional start, but only if you ask before the offer letter is drafted.
Assistant County Attorney Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant county attorneys?
Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan, Pima County, and Harris County are hiring the most assistant county attorneys right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, New York, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest in counties with large populations, active litigation dockets, or significant child welfare and land use caseloads.
How many assistant county attorney jobs are remote?
About 47% of assistant county attorney openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the in-person nature of court appearances and county advisory work. Roles focused on legal research, contract review, or policy drafting are more likely to allow hybrid schedules than those centered on courtroom litigation or departmental advising.
How do you become an assistant county attorney?
You need to earn a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school, pass the bar exam in the state where you want to work, and gain experience in litigation, public law, or a practice area the county office handles. Clerking for a judge or working in a district attorney's office, public defender's office, or civil government law role strengthens your application considerably before you apply.
How do you get hired as an assistant county attorney with little experience?
County offices that supervise law clerks or run structured hiring programs sometimes hire recent graduates into staff attorney roles, especially in prosecution, child welfare, or general civil work. Emphasize law school clinic experience, externships with government agencies, moot court participation, and any writing samples that show you can produce work product quickly under pressure.
What does the assistant county attorney interview process look like?
Most county attorney offices conduct a screening call or HR interview, followed by a panel interview with supervising attorneys or department heads. You may be asked to respond to a hypothetical case scenario, review a sample document, or discuss how you'd advise a county department on a specific legal issue. Some offices also request a writing sample before the panel stage.
Where can I find and apply to assistant county attorney jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant county attorney jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from counties across the United States. Find roles that match your practice area and state bar admission, then apply directly to each listing from the job page.
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