County Commissioner: District 2

A commissioner on the Vanderburgh County Board of Commissioners helps run the executive side of county government. Commissioners oversee county property and departments, approve contracts and spending, maintain roads and infrastructure, and manage the day-to-day operations of the county. They also work with other county officials to plan development and ensure local services run efficiently.

County Council: Districts 1-4

The Vanderburgh County Council is the fiscal body of county government and acts as a check on the Board of County Commissioners by overseeing financial decisions. It has the final authority on fiscal matters, including reviewing policies, setting priorities, and determining how county funds are allocated and spent. The council consists of seven members—four elected from individual districts and three elected at-large across the county. Its responsibilities include controlling county finances, adopting the annual county budget, approving job descriptions and salaries for county-funded positions, setting tax rates and levies, voting on tax phase-in applications, appropriating and transferring funds, and making appointments to various boards and commissions as required by law.

Prosecuting Attorney

The Vanderburgh County Prosecutor is the chief law enforcement official responsible for representing the State of Indiana in all felony and misdemeanor criminal cases, juvenile adjudications, and child support enforcement within the county. 

Sheriff

The County Sheriff is the chief law enforcement officer in the county. The County Sheriff plays a part in maintaining public safety, managing law enforcement resources, and facilitating community relations. Outside of overseeing traditional policing activities, the County Sheriff also is responsible for several administrative duties and collaboration with other government agencies when necessary. 

Auditor

The Auditor serves as the chief fiscal officer for the county, managing everything from property tax deductions to the local government's payroll. This role is essential for maintaining transparency and ensuring that all county funds are spent according to the law.

Assessor

The property assessment office in Vanderburgh County is responsible for determining property values using mass appraisal techniques and annual “trending,” which analyzes recent sales data to ensure assessments reflect market value. The office also maintains detailed records on property characteristics such as lot size, square footage, building materials, and condition. In addition, it processes and applies property tax deductions and exemptions like homestead, over-65, and disabled veteran deductions, assesses business tangible personal property such as equipment and machinery, and provides public access to information through an Open Data Portal that includes property searches, subdivision maps, and assessment data.

Township Trustees

The property assessment office in Vanderburgh County is responsible for determining property values using mass appraisal techniques and annual “trending,” which analyzes recent sales data to ensure assessments reflect market value. The office also maintains detailed records on property characteristics such as lot size, square footage, building materials, and condition. In addition, it processes and applies property tax deductions and exemptions like homestead, over-65, and disabled veteran deductions, assesses business tangible personal property such as equipment and machinery, and provides public access to information through an Open Data Portal that includes property searches, subdivision maps, and assessment data.

Township Board Members

In Vanderburgh County, a Township Board member serves as part of the township’s legislative and fiscal body and holds a four-year term. Board members are responsible for overseeing township finances by approving the annual budget, setting tax rates, reviewing the trustee’s financial reports, and auditing expenditures to ensure funds are managed properly. They also approve contracts for services such as fire protection, assistance programs, and cemetery maintenance, adopt personnel policies, advise the Township Trustee on township matters, and may appoint an attorney or fill vacancies in township offices when necessary. 

Precinct Committee Members

This is a grassroots political position that connects a specific neighborhood's voters directly to their chosen political party. They are the "boots on the ground" responsible for local organizing and casting critical votes during internal party caucuses.