Associate General Counsel

Location:  Chicago, IL, US, 60602

Job Requisition ID:  43217

Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option: Special License - Illinois Law License
Closing Date/Time: 12/19/2024

Salary: Anticipated Salary: $8,700 - $9,500 per month ($104,400 - $114,000 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 2
Plan/BU: None

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Posting Identification Number 43217

Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, your part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview
Under the direction of the Deputy General Counsel for HIPAA, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), DDD and DRS, serves as Associate General Counsel providing legal services, legal advice, research, writing, and analysis for the Department of Human Services.  Serves as a Freedom of Information Officer for the Department, reviewing assigned FOIA requests for legal validity and scope of request.

Essential Functions
·         Serves as Associate General Counsel and a Freedom of Information Officer for the Department under the direction of the Deputy General Counsel.

·         Coordinates responses to FOIA requests, working with the various Divisions and Offices of the Department and supporting paralegal.

·         Drafts responses to FOIA appeals submitted to the Attorney General’s Office of Public Access Counselor.

·         Consults with legal and program staff to identify and/or resolve legal concerns regarding proposed legislation; provides comments on legislation affecting FOIA and all other statutes related to confidentiality, access to public records, and record retention.

·         Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications
·         Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college, preferably with courses in business law or legal studies.

·         Requires possession of a license to practice law in Illinois.

·         Requires three (3) years administrative experience in the practice of law.

Preferred Qualifications
·         Three (3) years of professional experience meeting deadlines with strong attention to detail and the ability to use critical thinking skills while multi-tasking multiple projects.

·         Three (3) years of professional experience interpreting freedom of information, privacy, and confidentiality law.

·         Three (3) years of professional experience applying redactions using redaction software (e.g., Adobe Acrobat).

·         Three (3) years of professional experience with document review, including electronic correspondence, investigation reports, and other sensitive records.

·         Three (3) years of professional experience writing reports, ensuring detailed and critical analysis of work performed.

·         Two (2) years of professional experience with reviewing proposed changes to statutes and administrative rules.

Work Hours:  Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm; Flex Schedule Available
Work Location: 69 W Washington St Chicago, IL 60602-3134

Office of General Counsel

HIPAA, FOIA, DDD, and DRS
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Social Services

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

·         A Pension Program

·         Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

·         3 Paid Personal Business Days annually

·         12 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)

o    Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)

·         13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years.

·         Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)

·         12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave

·         Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan

·         Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)

·         Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

·         GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans

·         5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions

·         Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

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:

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