MCPO - Sex Crimes and Child Abuse Major Felony Deputy Prosecutor

About the role

The Marion County Prosecutor’s Office, led by Prosecutor Ryan Mears, is setting new expectations in the criminal justice system and is committed to a fair and equitable system. It is the largest prosecutor’s office in the State of Indiana. The Trial Court Division prosecutes more than 29,000 cases annually and prosecutes more than 1 in 5 jury trials in the state. The office recruits talented litigators and dedicated public servants who wish to advocate on behalf of those who would otherwise lack a voice.

Responsibilities

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Screen, file, and prosecute domestic violence and sex crimes cases that fall within the guidelines of the grant.
• Develop/refine a screening tool to assess victims of juvenile justice system cases involving physical and sexual assault crimes to determine whether they have intimate partner violence or dating violence components, and adjudicate all such cases.
• Develop a database for tracking details and dispositions.
• Work with law enforcement, juvenile probation, court, and other community partners to identify appropriate offender resources on a case‑by‑case basis.
• Determine whether additional interventions are appropriate, and make proper referrals so that younger children in the offender’s home do not follow the same path.
• Work as a liaison with Marion County schools, youth agencies, and law enforcement agencies.
• Inform community partners on obtaining enforceable protective orders.
• Conduct educational sessions to law enforcement officers, school‑aged youth, and members of community organizations.
• Perform other duties as requested within the confines of the grant.
• May be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Requirements

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school and a member of good standing of the Indiana bar.
• Prior prosecutorial experience (preferred).
• Major felony trial experience (required).
• Previous jury trial experience (required).
• Ability to manage a highly demanding workload.
• Has attended or is willing to attend ChildFirst Course (required).

Skills

Sound problem‑solving and decision‑making skills; good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $95,000.00, but may be commensurate with education or work experience.