Public Sector Counsel — Special Assistant General Counsel

Agnello & Rogers; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services seeks a Special Assistant General Counsel to provide comprehensive legal counsel to the agency's central office and program staff. The role includes advising on licensing rules, adoptions, permanency, and regulatory matters, and coordinating with the Attorney General's Office on appeals.

The ideal candidate will have a law degree, Illinois license, and 3+ years of administrative legal experience, with strong leadership and communication

Qualifications

• Requires graduation from an accredited law school and possession of a valid license to practice law in Illinois.
• Experience providing legal counsel and working with governmental entities preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities desired.

Responsibilities

• Provides legal advice and counsel to the agency's central office management and professional staff.
• Provides advice on licensing rules, statutes, and procedures to staff of the Division of Licensing.
• Represents the Department in administrative hearings and licensing appeals.

Skills

Legal counsel

Regulatory compliance

Litigation support

Policy interpretation

Education

Illinois law license

Job description

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services seeks a Special Assistant General Counsel to provide comprehensive legal counsel to the agency's central office and program staff. The role includes advising on licensing rules, adoptions, permanency, and regulatory matters, and coordinating with the Attorney General's Office on appeals.

The ideal candidate will have a law degree, Illinois license, and 3+ years of administrative legal experience, with strong leadership and communication