at Department of Children and Family Services in Springfield, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Position Summary
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented
individual to serve as Administrative Law Judge. Under administrative direction, this position will monitor the adjudication of
complaints issued under the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services from the date of issuance until completion
of an order recommending final disposition thereof to the Director. The position will compose formal written
recommendations for the Director’s action and will review tapes and transcripts, documentary evidence, and post hearing
briefs in order to prepare recommendations for the Director. The position will prepare recommended orders and decisions
and set forth specific findings of fact, conclusions of law, and analysis of the relevant statutes, regulations, and court
decisions. This position will guide the appeal through pre-hearing phases and will preside at formal administrative hearings
convened throughout the state. This position is a wonderful opportunity for anyone who would like to use their skills as an
attorney to ensure appropriate actions are taken through the administrative hearings process. DCFS offers a competitive
compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent
legal, analytical, and organizational skills. We invite all qualified applicants to apply to join our innovative team to help
make a difference in the lives of children and families.
- Serves as Administrative Law Judge
- Guides the appeal through pre-hearing phases
- Presides at formal administrative hearings convened throughout the state of Illinois
- Prepares complete administrative records in cases appealed to the Circuit Court on
administrative review in accordance with the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act - On a regular basis, reviews developments in the relevant law, both state and federal,
and conducts legal research into more complex is
