LEGAL COUNSEL

State of IllinoisChicago, IL, US

4 days ago

Salary

$7,966.00–$9,966.00 monthly

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Agency : Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity

Class Title : PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015

JOB ID : 45124

Skill Option : Special License - Illinois Law License

Bilingual Option : None

Closing Date / Time : 03 / 14 / 2025

Salary : Anticipated Starting Salary $7,966 - $9,966 monthly

Job Type : Salaried

Category : Full Time

County : Cook

Number of Vacancies : 2

Plan / BU : None

A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING

Please attach a DETAILED Resume / Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document that is not a Resume or CV.

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.

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is seeking an experienced attorney who will provide guidance, direction, and assistance on a wide variety of legal matters. This attorney will oversee several key bureaus and provide guidance to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal laws. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who can prioritize and manage multiple tight deadlines in a frequently high-paced environment. We invite qualified and motivated applicants to apply.

Essential Functions

Prepares legal summarizations and legal interpretations of laws and regulations pertaining to Agency grants and programs.

Provides legal interpretations and guidance, often of a confidential and sensitive nature, to Deputy Directors, their staff, and senior level management of the Agency on legal issues and policies and procedures pertaining to federal and state legislation and regulations.

Conducts legal and factual research pertaining to grant monitoring outcomes, grant recovery efforts and litigation to support the Agency’s actions to enforce provisions of grant agreements and other legal requirements.

Assist the Director and other senior staff in the Department in drafting and interpreting administrative rules as well as complying with Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests.

Drafts and prepares memoranda and opinions on issues affecting the Agency.

Confers with attorneys, grants recipients, governmental officials, and agencies of the state and federal governments regarding statues, regulations, and written agreements relating to the Agency’s programs.

Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably with 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 three (3) years of professional experience in the practice of law.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer two years of procurement experience with state contracts.

Prefer three years of professional experience drafting and reviewing contracts and grant agreements.

Prefer three years of drafting, reviewing, and / or interpreting federal and state statutes, and / or proposed legislation.

Conditions of employment

Required completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history form.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description

About the Agency.

The mission of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is to create equitable economic opportunities across the State of Illinois. By attracting and supporting major job creators, investing in communities, strengthening Illinois’ world-class workforce, fostering innovation, and ushering in the new clean energy economy, DCEO works to fortify Illinois’ reputation as a global economic powerhouse while ensuring Illinois is the best state to live, work and do business.

Work Hours : MONDAY - FRIDAY 8 : 30 AM - 5 : 00 PM

Work Location : 555 West Monroe Street, Chicago IL 60661

Agency Contact : [email protected] (FOR INQUIRIES ONLY – INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE)

Posting Group : Leadership & Management

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses :

[email protected]