Indiana BMV
Salary :
$53,222.00 Annually Location :
Indianapolis, IN Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
2025046 Division:
Legal Opening Date:
08/29/2025 Closing Date:
9/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Description To serve as a professional staff employee of the Indiana State Police whose primary responsibility is to assist the Department's Legal Counsel and members of the Legal Office. Job Duties
Assist the Legal Counsel in Department litigation. Conduct research on legal issues. Prepare affidavits. Respond to discovery requests. Act as a liaison with the Attorney General's Office as it pertains to ongoing Department litigations. Prepare legal documents. Research and analyze law sources including statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions and legal codes. Prepare legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, appeals and contracts for review and approval by the Legal Counsel. Investigate facts and law of case to determine causes of action and to prepare supporting documentation accordingly. Prepare affidavits of documents. Coordinate assembly of documentation required as the result of subpoenas and discovery requests. Act as law librarian, keep and monitor legal volumes and ensure legal volumes are up to date. Act as liaison between the Department and Attorney General's Office in Department litigations. Ensure proper indexing and filing of original legal documents. Review Indiana Code and Indiana Administrative Code to make proposals regarding potential language changes. Answer phones for Legal Office personnel. Compile and prepare answers to requests for Production, Admission and Interrogatories. Draft and prepare legal notices, subpoenas, witness lists and other documents as required for the Indiana State Police Board. Draft and prepare litigation list for the Indiana State Police Board. Process and assign incoming Public Records Requests. Process incoming expungement orders Process attendance records for personnel assigned to the Legal Office. Compile and record training hours for personnel assigned to the Legal Office. Register/schedule staff attorneys for Continuing Legal Education. Serve as a liaison to the legislature as required. Serve on interview committees as required. Perform other duties as required. Job Qualifications
Must be a high school graduate or possess and equivalent GED. Must possess ONE of the following:
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of twelve (12) hours in law or paralegal studies; OR Bachelor's degree AND a Paralegal certificate; OR Bachelor's degree PLUS two (2) years of full time Paralegal experience; OR Associate's degree in paralegal studies (with certification) AND two (2) years full time legal experience; OR Certification in paralegal studies PLUS two (2) years full time paralegal experience; OR Paralegal Advanced Competency Exam (PACE) (as offered by the National Federation of Paralegal Associations), and be in good standing; OR Paralegal CORE Competency Exam (as offered by the National Federation of Paralegal Associations), and be in good standing; OR Certified Legal Assistant/Certified Paralegal (CLA/CP) certification (as offered by the National Association of Legal Assistants), and be in good standing.
Basic understanding of the Legal Research sites LexisNexis and Westlaw preferred. Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook and Publisher. Must be able to conceptualize and develop programs and procedures. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Must be able to proofread documents accurately. Must have strong problem-solving skills. Must be able to organize, access, input, file and retrieve information utilizing computer. Must be able to work with minimal supervision, prioritize work and meet deadlines. Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation. Applicants are asked to submit a complete work history. All applicants are required to submit copies of their high school transcript or GED certificate, any college transcripts, technical certificates, and a military DD214 (if applicable). Please attach these documents to your online application. If you are unable to attach these documents as requested, please email the documents to isprecruiting@isp.in.gov and indicate your name and the position for which you have applied when forwarding all attachments.
A retirement program is available through Indiana Public Retirement System (INPRS) Life Insurance coverage is available through American United Life at nominal rates. Group Hospitalization with medical insurance is available to those who desire this type of protection, with a portion of the premium paid by the State of Indiana. Employees receive 12 work days annual vacation leave with pay. Additional days are granted after 5, 10, and 20 years of service to a maximum of 25 days annually.
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Have you used an illegal drug (other than marijuana), or abused an illegal drug within 5 years of this job vacancy announcement?
Yes No
02
Have you used Adderall without a prescription within 1 year of this job vacancy announcement?
Yes No
03
Have you used marijuana within 1 year of this job vacancy announcement?
Yes No
04
Are you currently certified, registered, or licensed in any profession in Indiana? If yes, please attach a copy of your certification to the application.
Yes No
05
Have you been discharged by any employer for reasons other than downsizing or layoff?
Yes No
06
Do you have work experience using Microsoft Excel?
No Yes - Beginner Level Yes - Intermediate Level Yes - Advanced Level
07
Do you have work experience using Microsoft Outlook?
No Yes - Beginner Level Yes - Intermediate Level Yes - Advanced Level
08
Do you have work experience using Microsoft Word?
No Yes - Beginner Level Yes - Intermediate Level Yes - Advanced Level
09
Using the space provided, please explain how your experience, education, knowledge, skills and/or abilities have prepared you for this position. (Do not state: "See Resume")*If applying for a Forensic Scientist position, please state relevant coursework and/or any previous laboratory experience.*If applying for a Maintenance or Automotive Mechanic position, please state all relevant experience(i.e. cabinetry, masonry, plumbing, oil changes, transmissions, etc.) Required Question
$53,222.00 Annually Location :
Indianapolis, IN Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
2025046 Division:
Legal Opening Date:
08/29/2025 Closing Date:
9/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Description To serve as a professional staff employee of the Indiana State Police whose primary responsibility is to assist the Department's Legal Counsel and members of the Legal Office. Job Duties
Assist the Legal Counsel in Department litigation. Conduct research on legal issues. Prepare affidavits. Respond to discovery requests. Act as a liaison with the Attorney General's Office as it pertains to ongoing Department litigations. Prepare legal documents. Research and analyze law sources including statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions and legal codes. Prepare legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, appeals and contracts for review and approval by the Legal Counsel. Investigate facts and law of case to determine causes of action and to prepare supporting documentation accordingly. Prepare affidavits of documents. Coordinate assembly of documentation required as the result of subpoenas and discovery requests. Act as law librarian, keep and monitor legal volumes and ensure legal volumes are up to date. Act as liaison between the Department and Attorney General's Office in Department litigations. Ensure proper indexing and filing of original legal documents. Review Indiana Code and Indiana Administrative Code to make proposals regarding potential language changes. Answer phones for Legal Office personnel. Compile and prepare answers to requests for Production, Admission and Interrogatories. Draft and prepare legal notices, subpoenas, witness lists and other documents as required for the Indiana State Police Board. Draft and prepare litigation list for the Indiana State Police Board. Process and assign incoming Public Records Requests. Process incoming expungement orders Process attendance records for personnel assigned to the Legal Office. Compile and record training hours for personnel assigned to the Legal Office. Register/schedule staff attorneys for Continuing Legal Education. Serve as a liaison to the legislature as required. Serve on interview committees as required. Perform other duties as required. Job Qualifications
Must be a high school graduate or possess and equivalent GED. Must possess ONE of the following:
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of twelve (12) hours in law or paralegal studies; OR Bachelor's degree AND a Paralegal certificate; OR Bachelor's degree PLUS two (2) years of full time Paralegal experience; OR Associate's degree in paralegal studies (with certification) AND two (2) years full time legal experience; OR Certification in paralegal studies PLUS two (2) years full time paralegal experience; OR Paralegal Advanced Competency Exam (PACE) (as offered by the National Federation of Paralegal Associations), and be in good standing; OR Paralegal CORE Competency Exam (as offered by the National Federation of Paralegal Associations), and be in good standing; OR Certified Legal Assistant/Certified Paralegal (CLA/CP) certification (as offered by the National Association of Legal Assistants), and be in good standing.
Basic understanding of the Legal Research sites LexisNexis and Westlaw preferred. Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook and Publisher. Must be able to conceptualize and develop programs and procedures. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Must be able to proofread documents accurately. Must have strong problem-solving skills. Must be able to organize, access, input, file and retrieve information utilizing computer. Must be able to work with minimal supervision, prioritize work and meet deadlines. Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation. Applicants are asked to submit a complete work history. All applicants are required to submit copies of their high school transcript or GED certificate, any college transcripts, technical certificates, and a military DD214 (if applicable). Please attach these documents to your online application. If you are unable to attach these documents as requested, please email the documents to isprecruiting@isp.in.gov and indicate your name and the position for which you have applied when forwarding all attachments.
A retirement program is available through Indiana Public Retirement System (INPRS) Life Insurance coverage is available through American United Life at nominal rates. Group Hospitalization with medical insurance is available to those who desire this type of protection, with a portion of the premium paid by the State of Indiana. Employees receive 12 work days annual vacation leave with pay. Additional days are granted after 5, 10, and 20 years of service to a maximum of 25 days annually.
01
Have you used an illegal drug (other than marijuana), or abused an illegal drug within 5 years of this job vacancy announcement?
Yes No
02
Have you used Adderall without a prescription within 1 year of this job vacancy announcement?
Yes No
03
Have you used marijuana within 1 year of this job vacancy announcement?
Yes No
04
Are you currently certified, registered, or licensed in any profession in Indiana? If yes, please attach a copy of your certification to the application.
Yes No
05
Have you been discharged by any employer for reasons other than downsizing or layoff?
Yes No
06
Do you have work experience using Microsoft Excel?
No Yes - Beginner Level Yes - Intermediate Level Yes - Advanced Level
07
Do you have work experience using Microsoft Outlook?
No Yes - Beginner Level Yes - Intermediate Level Yes - Advanced Level
08
Do you have work experience using Microsoft Word?
No Yes - Beginner Level Yes - Intermediate Level Yes - Advanced Level
09
Using the space provided, please explain how your experience, education, knowledge, skills and/or abilities have prepared you for this position. (Do not state: "See Resume")*If applying for a Forensic Scientist position, please state relevant coursework and/or any previous laboratory experience.*If applying for a Maintenance or Automotive Mechanic position, please state all relevant experience(i.e. cabinetry, masonry, plumbing, oil changes, transmissions, etc.) Required Question