JOB To Apply: Please email a resume and cover letter to
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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. The Marion County Prosecutor’s Office Child Support Division works to encourage non-custodial parents to take financial responsibility for the benefit of their children. A wide range of services are available for families, including paternity establishment, locating non-custodial parents, and modification and enforcement of child support orders. The Prosecutor’s Office does not represent either party in a child support case or favor one side over the other. Our goal is to seek a just and fair outcome. The Enforcement Paralegal will aid the custodial and non-custodial parents in enforcing their case reflective of the office having a fair and equitable system. The Marion County Prosecutor’s Office is seeking a well-qualified candidate whose diverse background reflects an ability to serve the community and pursue a fair and equitable child support system. NOTE: All applicants will be given a math test as part of the hiring process. The math test given must be successfully passed during the interview process to be considered for the position. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES 1. Maintain a highly professional attitude and appearance. Must be a positive team player and work well with others including other paralegals, Deputy Prosecutors, administration, court staff and the public.
2. Initiate, review, and monitor cases for next appropriate enforcement actions.
3. Become proficient in using and maintaining information in the statewide child support enforcement tracking system.
4. Respond to emails and phone calls in a timely manner.
5. Work reports as needed.
6. Maintain a spreadsheet of daily case activities.
7. Successfully complete a child support worksheet training class (learn how to calculate child support using the Indiana Child Support Guidelines) within the first 6 months of being hired.
8. Prepare for and attend court sessions when necessary as well as follow up on the cases after court sessions.
9. Participate in the planning and review of the Unit’s goals as needed. Contribute to the effective and efficient daily operations of the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office, Child Support Division through increased and ongoing knowledge of procedures.
10. Ensure that all work is completed in strict compliance with all applicable federal and state regulatory rules, laws, and guidelines, including IRS Publication 1075.
11. Abide by all policies and procedures set forth in the Marion County Prosecutor Office’s Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual.
12. Be punctual and adhere to attendance policies.
13. Be enthusiastic about learning new skills and procedures.
14. Additional duties as assigned, including, but not limited to, on-going training and re-training when appropriate.
