Dealing Resulting in Death Deputy Prosecutor

Position Responsibilities

• Represent the State of Indiana in all stages of criminal prosecution of criminal cases in Marion County Courts, including screening the cases.
• Work closely with the joint IMPD/DEA Fatal Overdose Task Force.
• Review complex digital/cellular forensics.
• Review complex electronic financial records.
• Review and Consult with the Marion County Coroner’s Office to fully understand the cause and manner of death when reviewing the pathologist’s autopsy reports, including toxicological analysis and drug chemistry analysis.
• Serve as a liaison between the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office and families of the victims of these cases.
• Engage in community outreach to spread awareness.
• Identify and interview victims and witnesses.
• Prepare discovery and provide discovery to defense counsel.
• Litigate evidentiary and non-evidentiary motions.
• Review case files, applicable statutes, and case law.
• Determine an appropriate recommendation for case resolution.
• Handle jury trials and court trials.
• Work closely with the Victim Advocates and Latino Services Teams from the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office.
• Communicate with members of local, State, and Federal law enforcement, court personnel, and defense counsel.
• Follow the Marion County Prosecutor’s personnel policies, particularly with regard to confidentiality.
• Attend trainings, as directed.

Qualifications

• J.D. Degree from an accredited law school and a member of good standing of the Indiana bar.
• Understand applicable rules, laws, and guidelines, including the Indiana Rules of Criminal Procedure, Indiana Rules of Trial Procedure, Rules of Professional Conduct, and the Victims’ Bill of Rights.
• A minimum of three years of major felony criminal trial experience.
• Ability to independently manage a highly difficult caseload spread out across nine major felony courts.
• Previous jury trial experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to public service.
• Possess the capacity for a strong work ethic.
• Sound problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Display excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a team environment.
• Possess good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Have a working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook.