Senior Legal Counsel

3 weeks ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Cook County (Illinois) Full time

Job Summary

The Bureau of Human Resources seeks a Senior Legal Counsel to serve 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.

This role works with the President's Counsel and State's Attorneys Office as necessary in order to evaluate litigation, respond to document requests, prepare for matters related to administrative review and address opinions related to federal, state or local legislation.

The position also functions as direct legal aide to the director or bureau chief as required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Acts 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.
  • Provides assistance in interpreting the legal ramifications of proposals, policy directives and other actions planned or undertaken by department, bureau or County Board.
  • May serve in the capacity of Freedom of Information Officer or advise on matters related to the Freedom of Information Act.
  • Works with the President's Counsel and State's Attorneys Office as necessary in order to evaluate litigation, respond to document requests, prepare for matters related to administrative review and address opinions related to federal, state or local legislation.

Requirements

  • Graduation from an accredited School of Law with a Juris Doctorate degree.
  • Seven (7) years or greater professional work experience as an attorney dealing with matters of civil law, government, or corporate transactions.
  • 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.

Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

Post Offer Testing

This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination.

Residency Requirement

Pursuant to the Shakman Consent Decree, Supplemental Relief Order and the Cook County Personnel Rules, 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.

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