Education Law Generalist — Charter Affairs Counsel

Illinois State Board of Education; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois State Board of Education in Springfield or Chicago seeks an Education Law Generalist with a Charter Focus to provide legal counsel on charter schools and school code matters.

Reporting to the Director of Legal Counsel, the Assistant Legal Counsel will draft opinions, review certifications, and guide policy decisions while coordinating with agency leadership and school administrators.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school; transcripts required.
• Licensed to practice law in Illinois; transcripts required.
• Knowledge of Illinois school code and charter school operations.
• Ability to read, synthesize and communicate information relating to complex laws.
• Proficient in public speaking and communication.
• Ability to direct and organize large projects.
• Ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Review matters concerning interpretation of the Illinois School Code and general law.
• Provide legal advice to the State Board of Education and agency leadership.
• Serve as primary legal contact for charter schools, including certification and authorization.
• Draft and review charter school documents and operation documents.
• Provide policy guidance and strategic decision making.
• Draft decisions and legal opinions for the Agency.
• Provide technical assistance to school administrators and other constituents as appropriate.
• Communicate with attorneys and stakeholders and agency personnel.
• Review legislation and rules; communicate Agency opinions.
• Oversee relevant litigation and admin proceedings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Multitasking

Project management

Legal analysis

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Illinois bar license

Job description

Illinois State Board of Education in Springfield or Chicago seeks an Education Law Generalist with a Charter Focus to provide legal counsel on charter schools and school code matters.

Reporting to the Director of Legal Counsel, the Assistant Legal Counsel will draft opinions, review certifications, and guide policy decisions while coordinating with agency leadership and school administrators.