Technical Advisor III - Legal Advisor - Training, Patrol, And 911 Expert

State of Illinois; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Maternity/Paternity leave

Pension plan

Deferred compensation

Sick days

Vacation days

Personal days

Holidays

Job summary

The Illinois State Police seeks a Technical Advisor under the Director’s Office - Legal Bureau to lead legal projects related to training, patrol, and statewide 911. This salaried role reviews forms, documents, and public information for legal sufficiency and drafts amendments to statutes and rules in coordination with government affairs offices.

The ideal candidate is a licensed attorney in Illinois with at least two years of legal practice, strong research and writing skills, and a proven

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized law school and active IL bar license.
• Minimum two years of professional experience in the practice of law.
• Strong legal research and writing skills with ability to advise senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a Technical Advisor in the Illinois State Police Legal Office on legal issues affecting operations.
• Reviews forms and public documents for legal sufficiency and drafts amendments to statutes/rules.
• Advizes senior leadership on changes to workflows and coordinates with government affairs offices.
• Acts as liaison with the Attorney General’s Office on civil cases and related enforcement matters.
• Manages assigned legal matters and performs duties within the scope of the role.

Skills

Legal Research

Legal Writing

Policy Analysis

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Illinois license to practice law

Job description

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,060 monthly; Full Range $8,060 - $11,851 monthly. Contract: Salaried. Category: Full Time. Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm. Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 3 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs. Headquarter Location: Chicago - 160 N Lasalle St. Work County: Cook, Sangamon, St. Clair.

Position Overview

Under the Director’s Office - Legal Bureau, the Technical Advisor completes special projects related to training, patrol, and Statewide 911 as delegated by the Deputy Chief Legal Counsel or other Senior Command. They review the legal sufficiency of forms, documentation, and electronic information on the Department’s website or otherwise made available to the public. Technical Advisors make recommendations to the Deputy Chief Legal Counsel and Senior Command regarding changes to relevant work unit operations and workflow processes. As assigned by the Deputy Chief Legal Counsel, they prepare suggested amendments to statutes and administrative rules, coordinating with the Illinois State Police Office of Governmental Affairs or the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules to recommend and review proposed language. They also serve as liaisons with the Attorney General’s Office on civil cases, including but not limited to those involving training; proactive enforcement of criminal and traffic laws; and Statewide 911, telecommunications, emergency radio equipment and communications systems, and emergency vehicles and safety equipment.

Benefits

• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
• Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
• Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
• Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
• Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.

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. Whetheryou’rehelping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need,you’repart of something bigger- something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state careeryou’relooking 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

• Serves as a Technical Advisor in the Illinois State Police Legal Office; serving as a subject matter expert on legal issues impacting the operations of the Department, which includes but is not limited to training; proactive enforcement of criminal and traffic laws; and Statewide 9-1-1, telecommunications, emergency radio equipment and communications systems, and emergency vehicles and safety equipment.
• Performs legal research and provides legal interpretation on an assigned area of legal expertise, which includes but is not limited to training; proactive enforcement of criminal and traffic laws; and Statewide 9-1-1, telecommunications, emergency radio equipment and communications systems, and emergency vehicles and safety equipment to ensure operational compliance with existing law.
• Advises and meets with the Chief Legal Counsel and Senior Command to provide for the evaluation of proposed operational or workflow process changes.
• Participates in meetings with the Chief Legal Counsel and Senior Command to provide legal analysis on proposed rules and legislation.
• Manages a litigation portfolio on behalf of the Department as assigned by the Deputy Chief Legal Officer.
• 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.
• Requires two years’ professional experience in the practice of law.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers two (2) years of experience with legal research and writing.
• Prefers one (1) year of experience drafting, researching, or analyzing legislation.
• Prefers one (1) year of experience with the administrative rulemaking process in Illinois.
• Prefers one (1) year of experience assisting with civil rights litigation as a licensed attorney especially as it relates to use of force, false arrest, or other law enforcement related issues.
• Prefers one (1) year of experience with preparing and/or delivering training on statutory or regulatory provisions as they pertain to the operations of a work unit.
• Prefers one (1) year of experience with analyzing operational efficiencies to include workflow analysis.
• Prefers one (1) year of experience with the Emergency Telephone Systems Act.

Conditions of Employment

• Successfully pass Illinois State Police background investigation.
• Successfully pass Illinois State Police drug screen.
• Requires a valid Driver’s License and the ability to travel.

About the Agency

The Illinois State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country. Our core values are Integrity, Service, and Pride. We are seeking individuals with similar values to join us on our mission to promote public safety.

This position [DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).