Paralegal - Child Support Establishment​/Modification Unit

Overview

The Marion County Prosecutor’s Office Child Support Division seeks an Establishment/Modification Paralegal to aid custodial and non‑custodial parents in establishing child support orders, medical orders, and modifications. The role requires a high level of professionalism, teamwork, and knowledge of child support enforcement and related legal matters.

• 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.
• Initiate, review, and monitor cases for next appropriate establishment/modification actions.
• Conduct interviews with parties to obtain necessary information to process a case.
• Coordinate with DNA Diagnostic Center (DDC) to have parties scheduled, tested and results of genetic tests submitted to court.
• Become proficient in using and maintaining information in the statewide child support enforcement tracking system.
• Respond to emails and phone calls in a timely manner.
• Work reports as needed.
• Initiate, review, and monitor local and Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA) cases for next appropriate establishment and modification actions.
• Research, update and certify arrears orders and balances using various computer systems as well as the documents and information in the file.
• Research and prepare Pay History Details for use in office, court, other agencies, or public.
• Create accounts and modify support orders in ISETS.
• Maintain a spreadsheet of daily case activities.
• Successfully complete a child support worksheet training class (learn how to calculate child support using the Indiana Child Support Guidelines) within the first six months of being hired.
• Prepare for and attend court sessions when necessary as well as follow up on the cases after court sessions.
• 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.
• Ensure that all work is completed in strict compliance with all applicable federal and state regulatory rules, laws, and guidelines, including IRS Publication 1075.
• Abide by all policies and procedures set forth in the Marion County Prosecutor Office’s Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Be punctual and adhere to attendance policies.
• Be enthusiastic about learning new skills and procedures.
• Additional duties as assigned, including, but not limited to, ongoing training on unit tasks and responsibilities and re‑training when appropriate.

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, and be able to work well with the public and maintain a proper public image. Ability to work with a diverse group of people, manage time efficiently, and work independently. Must have an excellent attendance record.

College degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required. Prior experience in child support, a plus. Demonstrated leadership ability and ability to maintain sound and effective relationships with peers.

Applicants must be a Marion County resident at the time of hire or willing to relocate to Marion County within six months of acceptance.

Must pass a math test as part of the hiring process; successful completion is required during the interview process.

Full‑time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, benefit leave and paid holidays, and an annuity savings account through the Public Employees Retirement Fund (PERF).

All rates are bi‑weekly.

It is the policy of the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. We seek to recruit talented employees representing diverse backgrounds and perspectives to serve as advocates for our community, and we invite all qualified applicants to apply. No person is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or veteran status.