DCFS - General Counsel Job Posting
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COOK COUNTY REGIONAL COUNSEL (jobs2web.com)
Job Title: COOK COUNTY REGIONAL COUNSEL
Agency : Department of Children and Family Services
Title: Technical Advisor II (Regional Counsel)
Closing Date/Time: 05/22/2024
Supervisor: Vacant
Agency Contact:
Michael Bernardy
Michael.Bernardy@illinois.gov (for questions only)
Salary: Anticipated starting salary: $6,714/month (Step 2) Full Range $5,901 - $8,825
Job Type: Salaried
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 4
Plan/BU: RCOlO
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Cook County Regional Counsel. Under general direction, this position will represent the Department at hearings on assigned calendar in the Juvenile Court of Cook County, including temporary custody, adjudication, disposition, permanency, status, progress, termination of parental rights, and motion hearings. The position will appear personally in court, especially on high profile or complex cases. This position will also provide input into or conduct screenings to determine whether matters are legal sufficient to present to the court. This position is a great opportunity for anyone who would like to use their skills as an attorney to benefit child welfare services. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent legal, research, and organizational skills. We invite all qualified applicants to apply to join our innovative team to help make a difference in the lives of children and families.
Job Responsibilities
Serves as Cook County Regional Counsel
As directed, provides input into or conducts screenings to determine whether matters are legally sufficient to present to the court
Provides input into the planning and development of training for staff on legal issues
As directed, makes periodic visits to assigned area office(s) to provide on-site legal consultation to workers
Prepares memoranda on legal issues
Maintains current working knowledge of relevant federal and state statutory and case law, state and federal regulations, and Department policy and procedures
Maintains records of activities and actions taken on behalf of the Department and reports to supervisor regarding same
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above
Minimum Qualifications
Requires graduation from a recognized law school
Requires possession of a valid license to practice law in Illinois
Conditions of Employment
Requires the ability to pass a background check
Requires possession ability to travel
About the Agency
DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families. In every effort, from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption, children and families are our focus.
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Work Location: 2245 W Ogden Ave, Chicago, Illinois, 60612
Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance
This position DOES NOT contain "Specialized Skills" (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the "Apply" button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees - a link is available at the top left of the lllinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the "View Profile" link in the top right of
the lllinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on lllinois.jobs2web.com - click "Application Procedures" in the footer of every page of the website.
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:
SENIOR REGIONAL COUNSEL (jobs2web.com)
Job Title: SENIOR REGIONAL COUNSEL
Agency: Department of Children and Family Services
Title: Public Service Administrator Option SL (Senior Regional Counsel)
Closing Date/Time: 05/22/2024
Supervisor: Faith Wynn Seals
Agency Contact:
Michael Bernardy Michael.Bernardy@illinois.gov
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $7,875 - $9,583/month
Job Type: Salaried
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 3
Plan/BU: None
********* A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING**********
Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMSl00, CMSl00b or any other document that is not a Resume or CV.
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results-oriented individual to serve as Senior Regional Counsel. This position will represent the Department in the Circuit Court of Cook County. The position will also provide legal advice and counsel to professional staff in various divisions of the Department and will represent the Department in various civil and administrative hearings. This position is a great opportunity for anyone who would like to use their skills as an attorney to benefit child welfare services. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent legal and organizational skills and strong leadership capabilities. We invite all qualified applicants to apply to join our innovative team to help make a difference in the lives of children and families.
Job Responsibilities
Serves as a Senior Regional Counsel
Provides legal advice and counsel to professional staff in various divisions of the Department
Serves as Department representative at all levels of administrative "fair hearings"
Maintains current working knowledge of new legislation, Department rules and policy, and all relevant law
Provides legal training to Department administrators, supervisors, and staff on various topics including testifying in court
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above
Minimum Qualifications
Requires possession of a license to practice law in Illinois
Requires three years of experience as an attorney presenting and arguing cases in court and/or administrative hearings
Requires experience as an attorney in cases involving child welfare or juvenile law
Preferred Qualifications
Thorough knowledge of Illinois statutes and rules that have a substantial impact on Illinois juvenile court proceedings and/or DCFS's administrative hearings
Substantive legal writing experience as an attorney in the areas of motions, pleadings, briefs, and memoranda
Professional experience working in a liaison capacity with various internal and external entities
Conditions of Employment
Requires the ability to pass a background check
Requires possession of a valid driver's license and ability to travel
About the Agency
DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families. In 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.
Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Work Location: 2245 W Ogden Ave, Chicago, Illinois, 60612
Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance
Revolving Door:
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the
Executive Inspector General for 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:
Thank you,
Elijah “Eli” Sloane
Assistant to the General Counsel
DCFS Legal Services
o. 312-814-1841 m. 217-986-8263
60 E. Van Buren St., Ste 1339
Chicago, IL 60605