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Job Title: Assistant State’s Attorney, Child Protection Division
Reports to: The Supervisor of the Child Protection Division
Location: 1100 S. Hamilton Avenue, 6th Floor, Chicago, Illinois 60612
Bureau: Juvenile Justice Bureau
Division/Unit: Child Protection
Application deadline: October 24, 2024
General Description: The primary responsibility of an Assistant State’s Attorney assigned to the Child Protection Division is the management of a daily court call and the handling of all aspects of a caseload of child protection matters. That prosecution includes, but is not limited to, the following:
Duties/Responsibilities:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Working Environment: Each Child Protection Division ASA is responsible for the daily operations of a child protection court call. Each Child Protection Division ASA will collaborate with his or her Child Protection Supervisor, Child Protection Division Chief, Juvenile Justice Bureau Chief, fellow Child Protection Division ASAs, DCFS personnel, juvenile courthouse partners, and community service providers regularly. Each Child Protection Division ASA shall report directly to the Child Protection Supervisor.
The Child Protection Division Assistant State’s Attorney shall be an effective advocate and emissary of the mission, vision, and values of the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office.
Physical Requirements:
Light Work: The position requires the ability to stand or walk frequently, often for extended periods. You may need to lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 20 pounds regularly, and occasionally heavier items. The job may also involve a significant amount of walking or standing relative to sedentary roles.
Equal Employment Opportunity
At the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO), we champion diversity, equal opportunity, and inclusivity! We are passionately committed to building a team that represents a wealth of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Our strength lies in our diversity, and we actively seek, develop, and cherish talent from all walks of life.
We're proud to say that we stand firmly against discrimination of any kind—whether it's based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. At CCSAO, everyone is welcome.
And, we're not just about saying it—we're about living it! If you’re a qualified individual who requires reasonable accommodation based on religion, disability, or pregnancy, please let us know. At CCSAO, we’re all about empowering our team to shine.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants that are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran may contact the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office coordinators via email at hr.sao@cookcountyil.gov and arrange for an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability.
Benefits
At Cook County, we believe in investing in you, our valued employee. We understand that your well-being directly impacts the quality of service we provide to our community. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial stability, and work-life balance. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:
Choose from a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans to best suit your lifestyle and needs. We provide a robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program, including vacation, personal, and sick leave, as well as 13 paid holidays. As a public service employer, our employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Our Employee Assistance Program offers confidential counseling and referral services to help you navigate life's challenges. And of course, a pension plan through Cook County.
Follow this link to the Cook County Benefits and this link to Cook County Pension Fund if you want to learn more about our amazing benefit coverage. The CCSAO does not provide relocation assistance.
Covid
Recent developments have allowed for the lifting of general orders related to COVID-19, however, all applicants if hired will need to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or submit request for reasonable accommodation prior to the start of. Selected candidates may make a request for accommodation during the Pre-Boarding meeting, or at any time during the on-boarding process.
Full Time
$88k-119k (estimate)
07/26/2024
09/25/2024