Deputy Prosecutor-1

Hamilton County•Noblesville, IN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Deputy Prosecuting Attorney serves the Hamilton County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office and prepares and presents criminal cases, primarily misdemeanor and felony matters. The role reviews investigation and arrest reports; prepares and files charges, probable-cause affidavits, and arrest warrants; and may process juvenile cases, including cases transferred to adult criminal court. The Deputy Prosecutor prepares for and conducts hearings and trials, handles discovery and motions, negotiates plea agreements, consults with law enforcement, and coordinates with federal, state, and local agencies. The position also communicates with victims, witnesses, attorneys, judges, law enforcement, school personnel, and the public; may supervise support personnel; and may handle post-conviction matters, appeals, community presentations, and other assigned duties. The role requires a Juris Doctor degree, admission to the Indiana State Bar, and annual continuing legal education. The incumbent applies federal and Indiana law and court rules, conducts legal research, prepares legal documents, and represents the State of Indiana in court. The position reports directly to the Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney and receives indirect or occasional supervision. The regular schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, or as assigned. The position may require regular evening or extended hours, occasional weekend work and out-of-town travel, and 24-hour on-call service as assigned. Work is primarily in a courtroom or standard office environment and involves prolonged sitting, occasional walking, keyboarding, lifting or carrying items under 25 pounds, and exposure to disturbing evidence and distraught or potentially hostile individuals.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree and admission to the Indiana State Bar.
Successful completion of annual continuing legal education as required.
Thorough knowledge of federal and Indiana case and statutory law, rules of evidence, criminal and civil procedure, and post-conviction relief, and ability to apply them practically.
Ability to conduct legal research, write motions and memoranda, and effectively prepare and present cases in legal proceedings.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with coworkers, county departments, law enforcement agencies, the Division of Family and Children, defense attorneys, victims, witnesses, school corporations, and the Indiana Attorney General’s Office, with sensitivity to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversity, and disabilities.
Ability to prepare and deliver public-speaking presentations.
Ability to assist with supervising and directing support personnel, including assigning work, evaluating performance, training, corrective instruction, and discipline.
Ability to operate office equipment, including a computer, printer, fax machine, calculator, pager, cellular phone, and telephone.
Ability to provide public access to department information or maintain confidentiality of records in accordance with state requirements.
Ability to work independently and with a team with minimum supervision and maintain respectful working relationships.
Ability to manage multiple tasks under time pressure and complete assignments amid frequent interruptions and distractions.
Ability to comply with employer and department policies and work rules, including those concerning attendance, safety, a drug-free workplace, and conduct.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and respond appropriately to constructive criticism.
Ability to work regular evening or extended hours, occasional weekends, and occasional out-of-town travel, sometimes overnight.
Ability to serve on 24-hour call as assigned and respond to matters involving law and procedure.

Responsibilities

Review investigation and arrest reports and prepare and file charges, probable-cause affidavits, and arrest warrants.
Process juvenile cases when assigned, including drafting delinquency petitions, seeking waivers of juvenile court jurisdiction, and prosecuting cases transferred to adult criminal jurisdiction.
Prepare for hearings and trials by organizing documents, researching law, preparing statements and questions, interviewing witnesses and victims, drafting motions and responses, and developing case strategy.
Attend pretrial conferences and initial hearings, subpoena witnesses, and participate in witness depositions.
Conduct pretrial discovery, including drafting and responding to interrogatories, subpoenas duces tecum, and discovery requests.
Attempt to negotiate plea agreements with defense attorneys.
Coordinate with the city attorney on cases, including ordinance violations, if assigned to Carmel City Court.
Consult with law enforcement about cases and conduct probable-cause hearings to obtain search warrants as appropriate.
Coordinate and communicate with federal, state, and local agencies in juvenile and criminal prosecutions.
Respond to case-status inquiries and communicate with witnesses, victims, prosecutors, defense attorneys, judges, law enforcement, school personnel, and the public.
Represent the State of Indiana at hearings and trials, including presenting evidence and witnesses, examining and cross-examining witnesses, making legal arguments, addressing evidentiary objections, and adjusting case strategy.
Prepare court orders as directed by a judge and prepare grand jury indictments.
Assist in supervising and directing support personnel, including delegating work, evaluating performance, providing training and corrective instruction, and maintaining discipline.
Investigate and process assigned post-conviction relief petitions, including preparing responses and evidence, conducting hearings, and submitting findings of fact and conclusions of law.
Prepare or deliver presentations and seminars for community groups or law enforcement personnel when requested.
Maintain assigned statistics on reports reviewed, cases filed, and cases declined for prosecution.
Periodically assist the Attorney General with appeals and respond to or consider motions to correct errors, post-conviction relief petitions, and hardship license requests.
Serve on 24-hour call as assigned and respond to law enforcement and probation personnel inquiries about laws and procedures, preparing search warrants and affidavits as needed.
Maintain current knowledge of legislative changes through legal research and occasional conferences or seminars.
Perform related duties as assigned.