• Court Mediator

    Indy Gov (Indianapolis, IN)


    Court Mediator

     

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    Court Mediator

     

    Salary

     

    $69,280.00 - $101,975.00 Annually

     

    Location

     

    Community Justice Campus (CJC) - 675 Justice Way, IN

     

    Job Type

     

    Full Time

     

    Job Number

     

    2006

     

    Department

     

    Marion County Circuit and Superior Courts

     

    Opening Date

     

    07/31/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    8/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

     

    + Description

    + Benefits

    Position Summary

    The Attorney Mediator serves as a neutral facilitator to assist parties in resolving disputes referred by the trial court, with a primary focus on Children in Need of Services (CHINS) cases. This position plays a critical role in helping families, attorneys, and child welfare stakeholders reach timely, child-focused resolutions outside of formal litigation. The mediator may also handle additional family case types as needed. Experience or training in parenting coordination is considered a strong asset.

    Position Responsibilities

    - Conduct mediations in CHINS cases, engaging families, attorneys, DCS case managers, guardians ad litem, and other parties

     

    - Facilitate agreements that prioritize the safety, permanency, and well-being of children while respecting the interests of all stakeholders.

     

    - Draft mediation summaries, agreements, and other case documentation in compliance with court standards.

     

    - Provide procedural guidance to participants, maintaining neutrality and avoiding legal advice.

     

    - Collaborate with judicial officers, DCS representatives, CASA/GALs, and service providers to support case progression.

     

    - Mediate other trial court matters as assigned.

     

    - Track outcomes and prepare reports, case notes, and mediation statistics as required by the ADR program.

     

    - Stay up to date with developments in juvenile and family law, trauma-informed mediation practices, and court ADR protocols.

     

    - Support and mentor newer mediators or ADR interns if applicable.

     

    - Participate in ADR training sessions, professional development, and court-sponsored initiatives.

     

    - Assists with other duties and responsibilities as needed.

    Qualifications

    + Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

    + Active license to practice law in Indiana, in good standing.

    + Minimum of 3–5 years of legal experience, with emphasis on juvenile, child welfare, and family law.

    + Completion of a certified mediation training program (e.g., 40-hour basic mediation course) and proof of mediator registration.

    + Demonstrated experience mediating court-involved cases, preferably involving families or children.

    Key Competencies:

    + Strong facilitation and conflict resolution skills.

    + Compassionate, trauma-informed approach to working with families and children.

    + Ability to remain neutral, composed, and culturally responsive in emotionally charged situations.

    + Excellent written and verbal communication.

    + Commitment to child-centered and family-focused outcomes.

     

    Bi-lingual skills beneficial, and include a salary enhancement.

     

    Marion County residency is required within six months of employment.

     

    To apply, please send resume AND a writing sample to Paige Bova at [email protected] by Thursday, August 14, 2025.

     

    Independent Judgment

     

    Must exercise high levels of independent judgment and decision-making.