DEPUTY GENERAL COUNSEL

Job Requisition ID: 59585

Opening Date: 10/27/2026

Closing Date: 11/18/2026

Agency: Department of Human Services

Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070)

Skill Option: Special License - Illinois Law License

Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated Salary: $11,434 - $13,166 per month ($137,208 - $157,992 per year)

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: None

Merit Comp Code: Federally Funded, Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from Collective Bargaining Coverage

Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm; 1-hour unpaid lunch

Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: It is required that a person reports to the headquarters on this job position as necessary (could be weekly, monthly, or other schedule) dependent on operational need

Headquarter Location: 69 W Washington St, Chicago, Illinois, 60602

Office of General Counsel

Division of Family & Community Services

Work County: Cook

Agency Contact: [email protected]

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

The Office of General Counsel is seeking to hire a Deputy General Counsel located in Chicago, Illinois. The incumbent will provide legal advice and counsel to the Division of Family and Community Services (FCS). Performs highly responsible administrative and technical work while serving as chief technical and legal advisor to the Directors. Provides comprehensive advice and consultation on the legality of all divisional activities, including policy matters, rules, regulations, procedures, administration, operation and litigation. Recommends changes in legislation to promote the programs of the Divisions.

Essential Functions

• Serves as Deputy General Counsel of the Department of Human Services assigned to programs by providing legal advice and counsel to the Division of Family and Community Services (FCS).
• Directs the conduct of complex studies of those agency operations affected by changing policy/legal requirements.
• Serves as full-line supervisor.
• Recommends changes in legislation to promote the programs of the Division.
• Implements legislation, procedures, rules, regulations, and court orders.
• Directs representation of the Agency by the Attorney General’s Office and other attorneys in cases filed against the Department and in cases filed by the Department, in both Federal and State courts, as it relates to Public Assistance matters.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires graduation from a recognized school of law.
• Requires a valid license to practice law in Illinois.
• Requires four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in the practice of law.

Preferred Qualifications

Four (4) years of professional legal experience responding to and advising on legal matters.

Four (4) years of professional legal experience in public assistance, as well as in responding to subpoenas seeking documents that may be protected under either State and/or Federal Law.

Four (4) years of professional legal experience in State and Federal litigation.

Four (4) years of professional experience working in a law firm environment.

Four (4) years of professional supervisory experience assigning work, providing guidance to subordinates, training staff, approving time off and preparing and signing performance evaluations.

Four (4) years of professional experience reviewing proposed legislation, providing comments, communicating in oral and written form and working within deadlines.

Conditions of Employment

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.

This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public.

All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file a Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.

As a State of Illinois employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:Ab

A Pension Program

• Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
• 10-25 days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
• Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard work schedules (as applicable)
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)

12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave

• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
• For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html

Revolving Door

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

Statement of Economic Interest

This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public.

All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

• If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
• State employees: Detailed application instructions can be found in the Current Employee Guide at Application Proceduresor by logging in to the career portal for State employees and viewing the instructions on Completing the Electronic Application.
• Non-State employees: Detailed application instructions can be found in the External Applicant Guide at Application Proceduresor from Illinois.jobs2web.com – click Application Resources in the footer of every page of the website.
• Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of the posting to begin the application process. If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
• State employees should sign in via the Employee Login link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon to sign in to their career portal.
• Non-State employees should click the Sign Up link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon to sign in to an existing external account or to create a new external account.
• State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.
• The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
• [email protected]
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