What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy General Counsel position at illinois?
Job Requisition ID: 45373
Opening Date: 04/03/2025
Closing Date/Time: 04/23/2025
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070
Skill Option: Special License - Illinois Law License
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $11,250 - $11,824 per month ($135,000 - $141,888 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: None
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Posting Identification Number 45373
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
Subject to approval of the General Counsel, serves as Deputy General Counsel. Provides direction, oversight, and legal counsel regarding operational practices, policies, and projects of the Divisions of Mental Health (DMH) and Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (SUPR. Advises staff on compliance with Federal and State laws, provides on-going review and revision of the Divisions’ rules and practices; provides legal oversight and review of new programs and innovations. Reviews the Divisions’ monitoring and enforcement duties; provides legal review in the legislative process. Coordinates with litigation attorneys and the Attorney General’s Office when that Office is representing the Department on issues involving DMH and SUPR. Serves as a full-line supervisor to professional legal staff.
Essential Functions
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Serves as Deputy General Counsel of the Department of Human Services assigned to programs operated by providing legal advice and counsel to Department of Mental Health (DMH) and Division of Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (SUPR).
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Serves as full-line supervisor.
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Provides on-going legal oversight of the Divisions’ monitoring and enforcement duties.
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Analyzes agency operations affected by changing policy/legal requirements.
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Drafts and reviews legal documents, inter-agency agreements, data-sharing agreements, consent forms, administrative and program directives, and rule changes as required for program operations.
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Drafts and reviews proposed bills, amendments, and resolutions.
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Assists the General Counsel in the overall functioning of the Office of General Counsel within the Department of Human Services.
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Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
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Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college with course work in business law or legal studies.
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Requires possession of a license to practice law in Illinois.
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Requires four (4) years progressively responsible professional experience in the practice of law.
Preferred Qualifications
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Four (4) years of professional experience responding to and/or advising governmental entities.
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Four (4) years of professional experience working in a law firm and/or government legal environment.
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Four (4) years of professional supervisory experience assigning work, providing guidance to subordinates, training staff, approving time off, and preparing and signing performance evaluations.
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Four (4) years of professional experience reviewing proposed legislation, rules, and/or regulations, providing comments and working within deadlines.
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Four (4) years of professional experience in mental health legal issues, including, but not limited to, advising regarding inpatient psychiatric care.
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Four (4) year of professional experience in substance use prevention legal issues.
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Four (4) years of professional experience communicating in oral and written form with internal and external stakeholders ensuring detailed and critical analysis of work performed.
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Four (4) years of professional experience meeting deadlines with strong attention to detail and the ability to utilize critical thinking skills while multi-tasking multiple projects.
Conditions of Employment
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Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
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This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm; 1-hour unpaid lunch, Flex Schedule Available
Work Location: 69 W Washington St Chicago, IL 60602-3134
Office of General Counsel
DMH and SUPR
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Legal, Audit & Compliance; Social Services
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
Term Appointment: Candidates hired into a term position shall be appointed for a term of 4 years and are subject to a probationary period. The term may be renewed for successive four-year terms at the Director of the Department of Human Services’s discretion.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
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A Pension Program
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Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
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3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
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12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
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10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
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Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
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13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
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Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
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12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
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Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
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Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
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Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
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GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
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5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
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Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Salary : $135,000 - $141,888
