LEGAL COUNSEL (BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS) SHAKMAN EXEMPT

Job Description - LEGAL COUNSEL (BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS) SHAKMAN EXEMPT (00136078)Requisition ID 00136078Job Posting Jan 28, 2025, 9 : 36 : 50 PMClosing Date OngoingFull-time Shift Start Time : 8 : 30 A.M. Shift End Time : 4 : 30 P.M.Organization Offices Under the PresidentOverview The Board of Commissioners is seeking a Legal Counsel to act as legal advisor and counsel to the bureau chief or director in all matters related to the statutory authority and execution of powers of that department, bureau or departments within bureau; also functions as direct legal aide to the director or bureau chief as required.Cook County offers great benefits and the chance to participate in a strong tradition of public service. Cook County is home to more than five million residents, roughly 45% of Illinois’ population. Cook County Government provides a range of vital services and programs that enhance the quality of life for residents across the region.Why Pursue a Career with Cook County?In addition to providing employees with a challenging, rewarding environment for career and personal growth, we offer some of the best benefits in the public sphere, including : Generous, Flexible Paid Time Off (13 paid designated holidays; Minimum of 10 vacation days annually; Up to 4 personal days annually; and Paid sick leave)Serves 5.28 million residents of Chicago and its inner suburbsCook County employs over 22,000 employees who work in a variety of skilled jobs and trades.Location Located in the Loop District of downtown Chicago, the area has an astounding number of cultural foundations, stunning parks such as Millennial Park and Maggie Daley Park, steps away from the Chicago Riverwalk, award-winning restaurants and plenty of shopping!Key Responsibilities and Duties Provides legal advice to the director or bureau chief in a variety of matters pertaining to the department’s functions, duties, powers and responsibilities set forth and defined by the County ordinance, state or federal law.Helps formulate and define legitimate and appropriate positions to be taken by the director. Conducts legal research and advises as necessary.Acts in tandem, where necessary, with legal advisors in the State’s Attorney’s Office and the President’s General Counsel to coordinate efforts with legislative or civil proceedings where necessary.Reads, analyzes and answers correspondence pertaining to a variety of legal questions of immediate concern to the department.May assist the other members of the staff in revising ordinances, legislative proposals, directives, correspondence, and / or policies for use in intergovernmental relations and public statements etc.Handles special projects of specific purposes and confidential nature as required.Advises director in the drafting of department procedural rules and policies.Assists the director in drafting ordinances, agreements, contracts, policies, procedures and other relevant documentation.May provide advice to the Public Information Officer on questions related to the Freedom of Information Act.Reports matters of legal relevance to the President’s Counsel and accepts assignments from the director and President’s Counsel as necessary.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Thorough and extensive knowledge of the law as it pertains to local and municipal government in Illinois.Skills in researching, interpreting and arguing law as it pertains to the responsibility and authority of the department.Transactional legal experience.Ability to coordinate any of the above in connection with the State’s Attorney and / or other designated counsel.Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited School of Law with a Juris Doctorate degreeThree (3) years or greater professional work experience as an attorney dealing with matters of civil law, government, or corporate transactionsA licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois.Physical Requirements Sedentary Work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.Employment Terms RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT : Pursuant to the Shakman Consent Decree, this position is exempt from the County’s career service rules, is at-will and political reasons or factors may be considered when taking any employment action.#J-18808-Ljbffr