Director, Lawyer Well-Being & Probation Programs

ARDC: Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission of the Supreme Court of Illinois; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

The ARDC seeks a Director of Lawyer Well‑Being, Probation, and Deferral Services to lead strategic and operational programs protecting the public while supporting impaired lawyers. The role drives innovation, policy, and collaboration across the Commission and with external partners.

Responsibilities include directing probation and deferral programs, supervising staff, and balancing accountability with rehabilitation. The position offers a hybrid schedule and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience supervising professional staff or complex programs.
• Experience with mental health, substance use disorders, or behavioral health challenges in lawyers.
• Experience in attorney discipline, lawyer regulation, or professional licensing."

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a long-term vision for probation, deferral, diversion, and lawyer well-being programs.
• Oversee monitoring of attorneys in probation and diversion programs.
• Direct program operations to ensure fairness, efficiency, and compliance with rules.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration and build external partnerships.
• Advise leadership on emerging issues affecting attorney impairment and regulation.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Public speaking

Policy development

Strategic planning

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Active Illinois bar license

Graduate education in behavioral health or related discipline

Job description

The ARDC seeks a Director of Lawyer Well‑Being, Probation, and Deferral Services to lead strategic and operational programs protecting the public while supporting impaired lawyers. The role drives innovation, policy, and collaboration across the Commission and with external partners.

Responsibilities include directing probation and deferral programs, supervising staff, and balancing accountability with rehabilitation. The position offers a hybrid schedule and a competitive benefits package.