ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSEL

at Cook County Government in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Job Posting:Sep 27, 2023, 2:18:48 PMClosing Date:OngoingFull-timeShift Start Time:8:00A.M.Shift End Time:4:30P.M.
Collective Bargaining Unit:NONEPosting Salary:COMPETITIVE
Organization:Health and Hospital Systems

Applicants may apply for this position by submitting a resume/ CV to the following email address: mgmtrecruit@cookcountyhhs.org
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Job Summary
Works within the Office of General Counsel for the Cook County Health and Hospitals System (CCHHS or Health System) and reports directly to the General Counsel.Works closely with and provides advice, guidance, and assistance to CCHHS Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer, executive and medical leadership and CCHHS managers on legal issues arising in the operation of the Health System and its various services and programs, independent of the General Counsel.Routinely represents the Office of the General Counsel at System Board Committee meetings.Serves as a deputy to the General Counsel and carries out responsibilities as assigned or delegated by the General Counsel.In a succession plan, the General Counsel is a likely candidate to replace the General Counsel upon his/her departure.

General Administrative Responsibilities

Collective Bargaining
*Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals
*Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions and working meetings

Discipline
*Document, recommend and effectuate discipline at all levels
*Work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to effectuate and enforce applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
*Initiate, authorize and complete disciplinary action pursuant to CCH system rules, policies, procedures and provision of applicable collective bargaining agreements

Supervision
*Direct and effectuate CCH management policies and practices
*Access and proficiently navigate CCH records system to obtain and review information necessary to execute provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements

Management
*Contribute to the management of CCH staff and CCH' systemic development and success
*Discuss and develop CCH system policy and procedure

General Administrative Responsibilities continued
*Consistently use independent judgment to identify operational staffing issues and needs and perform the following functions as necessary; hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, direct or discipline employees pursuant to applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
*Work with Labor Relations to discern past practice when necessary

Typical Duties
*Providing advice and assistance to clients as requested, through the interpretation of new and emerging legal authorities, communication of relevant regulatory and procedural information;
*Recommending resolution of a complex legal and regulatory issues and/or problems requiring knowledge of applicable law and regulations and CCHHS goals, policies, and operations;
*Development of recommended bylaws. rules, policies and guidelines;
*Review of contractual and policy documents for legal sufficiency and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements;
*Negotiation and drafting of contract and policy documents;
*Attendance and provision of counsel at administrative or medical staff meetings or hearings;
*Directly or through the System Department of Risk Management or the System Department of Human Resources, coordinate representation in administrative hearings and litigation with the State's Attorney's Office and external counsel;
*Providing supervision to other attorneys and administrative personnel as assigned by the General Counsel;
*Represents the Office of the General Counsel at meetings of the Board of Directors of the Cook County Health and Hospitals System Board as requested;
*Prepares draft ordinances and resolutions;
*Performs legal research and analysis; provides oral or written opinions on a variety of legal matters;
*Prepares or reviews contracts and other legal documents related to CCHHS operations;
*Communicates with the Cook County State's Attorney's Office and other attorneys and governmental agencies;
*Develops, assesses, and updates CCHHS leadership on relevant legal issues;
*Supervises the System Director of Risk Management;
*Participates in the selection, assignment, development, and evaluation of subordinate personnel;
*Prepares regular or special legal reports;
*Participates in leadership and management conferences;
*Advises CCHHS staff as to their legal responsibilities and authority;
*Assists in preparation for surveys conducted by accrediting... For full info follow application link.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER