Assistant Corporation Counsel Supervisor – Legal Information and Prosecutions Division

Assistant Corporation Counsel Supervisor – Legal Information and Prosecutions Division Join to apply for the Assistant Corporation Counsel Supervisor role at City of Chicago Department of Law. The City of Chicago Law Department is seeking an attorney for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel Supervisor to lead attorneys in the Legal Information and Prosecutions (“LIP”) Division. This division represents the City in prosecuting municipal ordinance violations in the Circuit Court of Cook County and the Chicago Department of Administrative Hearings. The ACC Supervisor will report directly to the Chief Assistant Corporation Counsel in the Prosecution Group and work under the general supervision of the City Prosecutor. The ACC Supervisor will collaborate closely with various City departments and officials, including the Department of Buildings, the Department of Streets and Sanitation, and the Chicago Police Department. The ACC Supervisor will have supervisory responsibility over a range of matters, including but not limited to client counseling and training on municipal prosecution. The Supervisor will also handle all phases of litigation in their own cases, including preparing pleadings and motions of varying complexity, appearing in court and administrative hearings, conducting settlement conferences, and managing discovery. This role involves direct interaction with the public. Additionally, the ACC Supervisor will oversee Assistant Corporation Counsels in all phases of their assigned cases, training, and projects. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities A minimum of three (3) years of experience in state and/or federal court;Superior research skills;Excellent logic skills and the ability to think, act, and prioritize quickly;Strong litigation skills, including trial experience;Exceptional client counseling and organizational skills;Superior communication skills (written/verbal);Demonstrates use of sound judgment;The ability to work well with others;The ability to communicate well with others including groups, judiciary and high-level officials;Demonstrates leadership ability and initiative on assigned tasks;Demonstrates ability to organize, prioritize, monitor, and control workflow deadlines. Preference May Be Given To Candidates Possessing The Following At least three (3) years of experience handling matters involving governmental agencies.Experience in litigating on behalf of government agencies in state court and administrative hearings.Experience providing client counseling, including high level officials.Experience working with short deadlines.Experience working with the media.Experience supervising staff attorneys.Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degreeAdmission to the Illinois Bar (or eligible for admission on motion to the Illinois Bar pursuant to Illinois Supreme Court Rule 705), good standing with your state Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission. Disclaimer “Accredited” means any American law school that has passed and maintains the requirements of accreditation by the American Bar Association (www.americanbar.org). Mandatory Submission Terms Cover letter that (1) includes the position title and job number as noted on the posting; and (2) specifically identifies how you meet the minimum qualifications and have the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below;Resume;Law school transcript (official or unofficial);One writing sample; andCurrent printout of your attorney registration status from the Illinois ARDC website (or your admitted state bar's equivalent including your state Public Record of Discipline and Pending Proceedings). NOTE: Please do not upload or send materials other than those specifically requested above. Failure to submit all materials will result in your application not being considered for the position. Salary: $118,596.00 - $164,100.00 (salary is based on a variety of factors including experience and credentials) Benefits and Other Information Click to view our generous benefits package. For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at: https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf NOTE REGARDING PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS: Working for the City of Chicago Department of Law may qualify you for loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For detailed information, visit www.StudentAid.gov/publicservice or contact your federal loan servicer. NOTE: Candidates experiencing trouble uploading the required documents to our system may e-mail the documents to: DOL.Application@cityofchicago.org. However, uploading documents directly to your CAREERS applicant profile is our preferred method of receipt. NOTE: If you have questions, please contact the Department of Human Resources (312-744-4976) or DOL.Application@cityofchicago.org. Fair Chance Hiring Employer: The City of Chicago is committed to being a Fair Chance Hiring employer. We value applicants with diverse experiences, including those who have had prior contact with the criminal legal system. Having a criminal history, including prior incarceration, arrest(s), and/or conviction(s) does not automatically disqualify you from employment with the City of Chicago. If you receive a conditional offer of employment, the City will conduct a background check. The resulting report will be used to conduct an individualized assessment to determine if the nature of any prior conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have been selected. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Residency Requirement: All employees of the City of Chicago must be actual residents of the City of Chicago as outlined in 2-152-050 of the City of Chicago Municipal Code. Proof of residency will be required. Reasonable Accommodation: If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy in order to participate in the application process, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at 312-744-4976 or disabilityaccommodations@cityofchicago.org. Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request. THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE. ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT. The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer. To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. #J-18808-Ljbffr