Major Felony Assistant Division Chief - Internal Applicants Only Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/indianapolis/jobs/newprint/4753620) Apply  Major Felony Assistant Division Chief - Internal Applicants Only Salary $110,099.40 Annually Location IN 46203, IN Job Type Full Time Job Number 08821 Department Marion County Public Defender's Agency Opening Date 01/10/2025 Closing Date 1/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern + Description + Benefits + Questions Position Summary ***Internal Applicants Only*** Position is responsible for supervising attorneys and support staff of the division to which they are assigned and provide effective representation of counsel to indigent persons represented by the Agency. Agency Summary The Marion County Public Defender Agency provides legal representation for Marion County citizens who cannot afford to hire their own lawyer in matters involving liberty interests, including criminal cases. Our services are provided as a public service. We work with the felony, misdemeanor, Title IV D, civil commitment, and juvenile courts. We also work on cases related to termination of parental rights as well as appeals. Our agency also offers education, services, and programs focused on different ways to serve jail sentences. The agency is able to do this by cultivating a productive, collaborative, and compliant work environment in order for our workforce to meet the needs of the constituents of Indianapolis and Marion County. Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Indianapolis Marion County is an equal opportunity employer . All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We value diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city of whom we serve. Position Responsibilities Supervises attorneys and support staff as it relates to representation of indigent clients and personnel issues concerning employee performance in the Agency. Appears in court to provide effective representation of counsel to indigent persons and supervision of attorneys and support staff in the courtrooms. Compiles and reports on the division's commission standards, performance reviews, relevant reporting requirements, training, hiring and discipline of the division's attorneys and support staff. Conducts legal and factual review of cases; evaluate legal and factual evidence for, or against, client; engage in pre-trial, motion practice; takes and defend depositions; aids attorneys in these tasks. Consults with client, interview witnesses, consult with medical, forensic, DNA or other experts as needed to effectively represent client. Consults with prosecuting attorney to negotiate case disposition that includes plea agreements and other disposition, including litigating case to the court or trying to jury. Communicates with clients via telephone conversations, in person interviews, and/or jail consultations. Reviews and updates court files; keeps client and families updated on case progress. Directs and supervises team relevant to division's particular litigation. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time. Qualifications Juris Doctorate required and must be admitted to bar, licensed to practice in good standing. Minimum of three (3) years as an attorney and major felony qualified. Requires experience in training and supervision, as well as, knowledge of the Indiana Public Defender Commission Standards. Strong verbal, written, communication and presentation skills are required along with top level interpersonal and facilitation skills. Computer knowledge a must. Must have valid Indiana Driver's License. Independent Judgment Independent judgment is regularly utilized when there are no available policies and procedures. Independent actions and judgment are exercised in making decisions that are complex in nature and have considerable impact on Public Defender Agency policy. Decisions and actions may be controlled by state and federal laws. The actions and decision making process allow for considerable latitude in making informed judgments, quick decisions, or decisions without benefit of consultation. The incumbent is expected to exercise initiative, creativity and independent problem solving skills.