OSG Managing Attorney, PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR

State of Illinois; Champaign (IL); Hybride; USD 96 000 - 118 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

State of Illinois seeks a Managing Attorney for the Office of the State Guardian (OSG) division, supervising and coordinating the legal, guardianship, and paralegal staff. Provides counsel to guardianship staff and oversees court-related activities across regions.

The role requires a valid Illinois law license, a law degree, and three years of progressively responsible legal administration experience, with a hybrid in-office schedule and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Requires valid license to practice law in Illinois.
• Requires graduation from an approved law school.
• Requires three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in legal matters.
• Prefer three (3) years of trial practice experience.

Responsabilités

• Maintains an open caseload for the assigned regional office and appears in court when necessary.
• Coordinates with regional managers for court activities, ensures plans for assignment and completion of court-related activities, and handles payments and property.
• Supervises staff attorneys and other legal staff in assignment of duties and supervision of performance.
• Provides legal advice and assistance to staff attorneys on cases and activities.
• Performs other duties as required within the scope of duties enumerated.

Connaissances

Legal counsel

Staff supervision

Court coordination

Policy analysis

Formation

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission – Illinois

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OSG Managing Attorney, PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Job Requisition ID:59731
Opening Date:10/22/2026
Closing Date:11/06/2026
Agency:Guardianship and Advocacy Commission
Class Title:PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option:Special License - Illinois Law License
Bilingual Option:None
Salary:Anticipated Starting Salary $8,571 - 10,571 monthly
Job Type:Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies:1
Bargaining Unit Code:None
Merit Comp Code:Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC010 Collective Bargaining Coverage
Work Hours:Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability:1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Headquarter Location:2125 S 1st St, Champaign, Illinois, 61820
Work County:Champaign
Agency Contact:[e-mail]

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

Position Overview:

Under the Direction of Director of Office of the State Guardian, serves as managing attorney for the OSG division, responsible for supervising and coordinating the legal, guardianship, and paralegal staff of the division. Provides counsel to guardianship staff. Supervises staff attorneys and other legal staff in assignment of duties, allocation of resources, and supervision of performance. Provides legal advice and assistance to staff attorneys on cases and activities. Coordinates with regional managers all legal work required in the region including requests by guardianship representatives for court activities, ensuring that specific plans are made for the assignment and completion of court related activities, paying claims and handling property, and inventory and filing of accounts within statutory limits. Maintains an open caseload covering the assigned regional office and appears in court when necessary. Serves as public guardian in counties where the Governor has designated OSG as interim public guardian.

The Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission offers a robust benefit package including:

• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid Parental leave
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs
• Employees earn (12) paid sick days annually
• (10-25) paid vacation days (based on years of service)
• Employees earn (3) paid personal days (pro-rated based on start date)
• (13-14) paid state holidays annually

Work hours and schedule will be mutually agreed upon by supervisor during the onboarding process.

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, you’re 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.

Essential Functions

• Maintains an open caseload covering the assigned regional office and appears in court when necessary.
• Coordinates with regional managers all legal work required in the region including requests by guardianship representatives for court activities, ensures that specific plans are made for the assignment and competition of court related activities, the payment of claims and handling of property, and that inventories and accounts are filed within statutory limits.
• Supervises staff attorneys and other legal staff in the assignment of duties, allocation of resources, and supervision of performance.
• Provides legal advice and assistance to staff attorneys on cases and activities.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires possession of a valid license to practice law in Illinois.
• Requires graduation from an approved law school.
• Requires three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in legal matters.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers three (3) years of trial practice experience.
• Prefers three (3) years of experience with applying knowledge of rules of evidence and judicial and administrative procedures, case law, and research techniques.
• Prefers three (3) years of experience in advising, assisting, and directing other attorneys in implementing individual case strategy.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience in implementing agency policy and procedures.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience with estate taxes, especially the preparation and filing of such taxes.
• Prefers three (3) years of experience with disability and/or mental health law.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful completion and passing of fingerprint and background check.
• Requires ability to travel with overnight stays as appropriate.
• Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant