Assistant Prosecutors Jobs

The Union County Prosecutor’s Office is hiring Assistant Prosecutors to join our team!

Our Office, led by Prosecutor William A. Daniel, is seeking talented and motivated attorneys who share our commitment to fair and just prosecutions. We are looking to fill a variety of legal positions, including entry level and lateral positions with experience levels of 3-5 years, as well as 5-10 years. All other experience levels are welcome to apply. Assignment of the Assistant Prosecutor within the office is based on prior experience, as well as the needs of the office.

The Union County Assistant Prosecutors also have the opportunity to engage with the community through the Office’s outreach initiatives. Become a part of the community that we fight to protect!

Requirements: Candidates must be in good standing with the New Jersey State Bar. For lateral hires, criminal trial experience is preferred.

Salary: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Benefits: Assistant Prosecutors are considered full-time County employees and are entitled to a range of benefits including health insurance, a prescription plan, a dental plan, and enrollment in the Prosecutor’s Part of the Public Employees Retirement System (PP-PERS). Additionally, Assistant Prosecutors receive 20 vacation days, 3 personal days, 15 paid holidays, and 15 sick days annually.The Union County Prosecutor’s Office is a qualifying employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Special Note: An offer of employment with the Union County Prosecutor’s Office is contingent upon a candidate successfully passing a comprehensive background investigation and the final approval of the County.

Application Procedures: To apply, applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, contact information for three references, and law school transcript to [email protected] and indicate “Assistant Prosecutor Vacancy” in the email subject.