State of Indiana

Assistant Section Chief - Data Privacy & ID Theft

State of Indiana$102K — $133K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of litigation experience in state or federal courts
  • Strong knowledge of privacy laws and relevant state statutes
  • Familiarity with legal research methods and court procedures
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and legal software
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Active license to practice law in Indiana

Responsibilities

  • Supervise an investigations manager and paralegal in data privacy and identity theft cases
  • Assign cases and create litigation strategies for optimal prosecution
  • Review and negotiate settlement requests, fostering beneficial outcomes
  • Oversee unit goals and policies in collaboration with senior leadership
  • Assist in recruiting, training and supervising Unit staff members
  • Act as a liaison with various legal and consumer stakeholders
  • Manage case load alongside administrative duties to ensure efficient operations

Benefits

  • Four medical plan options with RX coverage and vision/dental options
  • Wellness program with opportunities to earn reward dollars
  • Employer-matched deferred compensation account
  • Access to fully-funded pension plan options
  • Comprehensive paid leave policies including vacation and sick time
  • Employee assistance program for behavioral health support
  • 12 paid holidays, plus additional leave in election years
  • New parent leave policy
  • Qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Free 24/7 parking at designated Indiana Government facilities
Full Job Description
Salary: $102,911.00 - $133,785.00 Annually
Location : Indianapolis, IN
Job Type: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
Division: Consumer Protection
Section: Data Privacy & ID Theft
Opening Date: 08/04/2026
FLSA: Exempt

Description

Attorney responsible for the supervision of an investigations manager and one paralegal on the Data Privacy & Identity Theft Unit team . Reports to Section Chief of Data Privacy & Identity Theft.

Examples of Duties

  • Assign cases, oversee litigation strategy and otherwise supervise the prosecution of data privacy and identity theft cases.
  • Review for approval requests for settlement authority and direct negotiation. Identify suitable cases for negotiated resolution and achieve benefits for clients by resolving issues through bargaining and principled compromise.
  • Prosecute the State's interests in data privacy and identity theft cases in state and federal courts. Oversee the Unit's statistical and other reports.
  • Assist in the recruiting, interviewing, training and supervising of Unit staff. Review personnel issues. Review and approve attorney leave requests, work schedules, time sheets, travel authorizations and contract requests when the Section Chief is out of office.
  • Provide training and mentoring in conjunction with the Section Chief of Data Privacy & Identity Theft.
  • Oversee the formulation and implementation of short-term and long-term goals designed to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in coordination with the Section Chief of Data Privacy & Identity Theft. Oversee the development and implementation of policies, procedures and protocols within the Division through coordination with the Section Chief of Data Privacy & Identity Theft and Director & Chief Counsel of the Consumer Protection Division.
  • Act as a liaison with courts and their staff on questions of case management and compliance with local rules.
  • Act as a liaison with consumers, other Attorney General's Offices, federal agencies, and other involved parties in data privacy and identity theft matters.
  • Keeps supervisors and other appropriate parties informed of ongoing matters to establish cooperative working relationships based on mutual trust, communication, and understanding of goals.
  • Review pending legislation and proposed rules affecting litigation.
  • Maintain an appropriate case load in addition to administrative duties described herein.
  • Perform other legal and administrative duties as assigned at the direction of the Section Chief of Data Privacy & Identity Theft, Director & Chief Counsel of the Consumer Protection Division, Chief Deputy, or Attorney General.

Typical Skills and Qualifications

  • Prior litigation experience in state or federal courts.
  • Knowledge of privacy law, including Indiana's Disclosure of Security Breach Act, Deceptive Consumer Sales Act, and telephone privacy laws.
  • Knowledge of court procedures and policies, state statutes, legal research methods, Microsoft Word and computer equipment and software.
  • Excellent communication skills. Position requires regular communication with various stakeholders regarding relevant information necessary for determining the appropriate action.
  • Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Indiana.


The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
  • Four (4) medical plan options (including RX coverage) and vision/dental coverages
  • Wellness program - earn back dollars in the form of gift cards
  • Health savings account (includes bi-weekly state contribution)
  • Deferred compensation account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
  • Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
  • Group life insurance
  • Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
  • Paid vacation, personal and sick time off
  • Competitive leave policies covering a variety of employee needs.
  • 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
  • New Parent Leave
  • Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Free 24/7 permit parking at an Indiana Government Center surface lot or parking garage

More information on State of Indiana Benefits can be found at

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