Website Illinois Department of Children and Family Services
Position Summary:
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results-oriented individual to serve as Cook County Supervisory Regional Counsel. In addition to supervising attorneys assigned to courtrooms at Cook County Juvenile Court, this position will provide legal advice and counsel to professional staff in various divisions of the Department. The position will also represent the Department in various civil and administrative hearings. 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.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Requires possession of a license to practice law in Illinois
2. Requires three years of experience as an attorney presenting and arguing cases in court and/or administrative hearings
3. Requires experience as an attorney in cases involving child welfare or juvenile law
4. Requires experience supervising and/or managing professional staff
To apply for this job email your details to michael.bernardy@illinois.gov