LITIGATION ATTORNEY

at Illinois Department of Children & Family Services in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Chicago, IL, US, 60605

Agency:  Department of Children and Family Services 

Title: Public Service Administrator Option 8L (Litigation Attorney)
Closing Date/Time:  06/12/2024 

Supervisor: Orlando Gonzalez

Agency Contact:  

Michael Bernardy

Michael.Bernardy@illinois.gov (for questions only)

Salary:  Anticipated Starting Salary $7,875 - $9,583 per month 
Job Type:  Salaried 
County:  Cook 
Number of Vacancies:  1 
Plan/BU:  None 

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The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results-oriented individual to serve as Litigation Attorney. Under administrative direction, this position will present evidence on behalf of the Department at administrative hearings and service appeals, including examining and cross-examining witnesses.  The position will interview Department witnesses and perform legal research, including reviewing federal and state statutes and local regulations, as well as relevant case law.  This position is a great opportunity for anyone who would like to use their skills as an attorney to benefit child welfare services. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent legal and organizational skills and strong leadership capabilities. We invite all qualified applicants to apply to join our innovative team to help make a difference in the lives of children and families.

1. Presents evidence on behalf of the Department at administrative hearings and service appeals, including examining and cross-examining witnesses

2. Interviews Department witnesses

3. Evaluates cases involving clients where the Department is seeking expunction or indication

4. Confers with Department staff, attorneys, clients, and others through personal or telephone contact and correspondence as to the interpretation and application of DCFS policy

5. Attends staff meetings and provides input relative to planning issues and staffing

6. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above