Special Assistant General Counsel at the Agency

Job Requisition ID:51581Closing Date:12/22/2025Agency:Department of Children and Family ServicesClass Title:PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015Skill Option:Special License - Illinois Law LicenseBilingual Option:NoneSalary:Anticipated Starting Salary $10000 - $11200/monthJob Type:SalariedCategory:Full TimeCounty:SangamonNumber of Vacancies:1Bargaining Unit Code:NoneMerit Comp Code:Managerial Exclusion from RC010 Collective Bargaining CoverageA resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach aDETAILEDResume/Curriculum Vitae (CV)to theMY DOCUMENTSsection of your application if you decide to provide one.Why Work for IllinoisWorking with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.Essential Functions Provides legal advice and counsel to the agencys central office management and professional staffProvides advice and counsel to staff of the Division of Licensing regarding any and all questions on licensingrules statutes and proceduresReviews and analyzes proposed legislationProvides legal advice and counsel to program staff concerning any and all questions on adoptions guardianshippermanency goals and other initiativesProvides legal counsel to professional staff concerning any and all questions on adoptions and permanencyissues in developing case presentation and interpreting court orders statutes and regulationsRepresents the Department in administrative hearings and licensing appeals which involve some adversedecision of actions regarding a DCFS license such as revocation placement hold non-renewal license denial etc.Reviews drafts and coordinates with staff the finalization of Department Intergovernmental Agreements andMemoranda of UnderstandingPerforms other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated aboveMinimum Qualifications Requires possession of a valid license to practice law in IllinoisRequires three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in the practice of lawPreferred Qualifications 1 year of experience providing legal counsel regarding legislation administrative rules and procedures to a governmental entity3 years of professional experience as an attorney conducting legal analysis and legal research1 year of professional experience as an attorney addressing licensing/regulatory violations and enforcement matters1 year of professional experience as an attorney presenting and arguing legal cases in court or administrative hearings3 years of professional experience as an attorney working in collaboration with various internal and external entitiesConditions of Employment 1. Requires the ability to pass a background check.2. Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires appropriate valid drivers license.3. Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result theemployee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediatelyafter ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer notify the Officeof the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.4. This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.5. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.About the Agency DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting every effort from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption children and families are our focus. The Office of Legal Services works in a supportive capacity to ensure Departmental adherence to all applicable laws statutes regulations and court orders.As a State of Illinois Employee you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:A Pension ProgramCompetitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health Life Dental and Vision Insurance3 Paid Personal Business Days annually12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)Personal Sick & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)13 Paid Holidays annually 14 on even numbered yearsFlexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)12 Weeks Paid Parental LeaveDeferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement planOptional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibilityGI BillTraining/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans5% Salary Differential for Bilingual PositionsCommuter Savings Program (Chicago only)For more information about our benefits please follow this link: Hours:Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PMWork Location:4 W Old State Capitol Plz Springfield Illinois 62701-1222Agency Contact:Michael Bernardy (for questions only)Posting Group:Legal Audit & ComplianceRevolving Door Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to thisposition. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment duringState employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shallprior to accepting any such non-State employment offer notify the Office of the ExecutiveInspector Generalfor the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your junk mail spam or other folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses: Key Skills General Counsel,Legal Case Management,Legal Drafting,Litigation,Intellectual Property Law,Legal Counsel,Legal Research,Securities Law,Employment & Labor Law,Real Estate Law,negotiation,Contracts Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 10000 - 11200