Deputy Prosecuting Attorney - Criminal Court

Vigo County, Indiana; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 84,872 - 93,359; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement

Paid holidays

Flexible spending account plans

457 plans

Life insurance

Job summary

The Vigo County Prosecutor’s Office in Terre Haute is looking for two full‑time Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys to manage a criminal court caseload, including misdemeanor and domestic violence cases.

This role involves working with trained attorneys and continuous development through educational opportunities. Candidates must hold a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree and possess strong communication and computer skills.

Salary ranges from $84,872 to $93,359 annually, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Law school graduates sitting for the Bar Exam or awaiting results are encouraged.
• Certified graduate interns may be hired at two-thirds of the salary pending bar results.

Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload in a criminal court such as a misdemeanor or domestic violence court.
• Work in a specialty area such as the Drug Task Force.
• Participate in training and educational opportunities.
• Develop trial skills with experienced trial attorneys.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to work independently and as a team player

Proficient computer and typing skills

Education

Doctor of Jurisprudence degree and license to practice law in the State of Indiana

Tools

INPCMS experience

Job description

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney – Criminal Court

The Vigo County Prosecutor’s Office is seeking two full‑time deputy prosecuting attorneys.

Deputy prosecutors will primarily handle a caseload in a criminal court such as a misdemeanor or domestic violence court, or work in a specialty area such as the Drug Task Force. We invest in our deputy prosecutors by utilizing IPAC and NDAA training and educational opportunities. To develop trial skills, we partner newer deputy prosecutors with experienced trial attorneys on all major cases. Specific prosecutorial assignments remain subject to change based on office needs and applicant experience. One position is open immediately; the second will begin January1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Jurisprudence degree and license to practice law in the State of Indiana.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Proficient computer and typing skills.
• Prosecutorial and INPCMS experience preferred.
• Law school graduates sitting for the Bar Exam or awaiting results encouraged; certified graduate interns may be hired at two-thirds of the salary pending bar results.

Salary and Benefits

Salary is based on responsibilities and experience. The annual salary range for 2026 is $84,872 to $93,359.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid holidays, flexible spending account plans, 457 plans, life insurance, and others.

Vigo County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.