Open Roles for Attorneys at DCFS
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is accepting applications for four attorney positions.
Labor & Employment Litigation Counsel (Chicago, IL)
Title: Public Service Administrator Option 8L (Labor & Employment Litigation Counsel)
Work Location: 60 E Van Buren, Chicago, Illinois, 60605
Agency: Department of Children and Family Services
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $8,150 - $10,150/month
Closing Date/Time: 05/19/2025
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results-oriented individual to serve as Labor and Employment Litigation Counsel. Under administrative direction, this position will provide legal representation to the Department in discrimination complaints filed with the Illinois Department of Human Rights, the Illinois Human Rights Commission, and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. The position will review complaints and draft responses, while representing the Department before the administrative agency investigating the discrimination charge. The position will serve as secondary contact regarding Freedom of Information requests, with a primary focus on labor, personnel, and discrimination requests. The position will also represent the Department in the mental health division of the circuit court regarding placement of youth. This position provides a wonderful opportunity for anyone who would like to use his/her skills as an attorney to benefit DCFS operations. 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 graduation from a recognized school of law and possession of a valid license to practice law in Illinois
2. Requires three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in the practice of law
Senior Regional Counsel (Aurora, IL)
Title: Public Service Administrator Option 8L (Senior Regional Counsel)
Work Location: 301 W Galena Blvd, Aurora, Illinois
Agency: Department of Children and Family Services
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,150 - $10,150/month
Closing Date/Time: 05/19/2025
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results-oriented individual to serve as Senior Regional Counsel. Under administrative direction, the position will represent the Department at all hearings on calendars in the juvenile courts of assigned counties, including temporary custody, adjudication, disposition, permanency, status, progress, termination of parental rights, and motion hearings. Additionally, the position will evaluate, prepare, and present evidence on behalf of the Department in court and at administrative hearings and service appeals. 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 in the practice of law
Supervisory Regional Counsel (Marion, IL)
Title: Public Service Administrator Option 8L (Senior Regional Counsel)
Work Location: 2309 W Main St, Marion, Illinois, 62959
Agency: Department of Children and Family Services
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,150 - $10,150/month
Closing Date/Time: 05/19/2025
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Supervisory Regional Counsel. Under administrative direction, this position will represent the Department at all hearings on calendars in the juvenile courts of assigned counties, including temporary custody, adjudication, disposition, permanency, status, progress, termination of parental rights, and motion hearings. Additionally, the position will provide technical advice and counsel to Agency personnel conducting all levels of administrative “fair hearings” and serve as the Department’s representative in the “fair hearing” process, while supervising a subordinate attorney or paralegal. 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 in the practice of law
Special Assistant General Counsel (Chicago, IL)
Title: Public Administrator Option 8L (Special Assistant to General Counsel)
Work Location: 60 E Van Buren, Chicago, Illinois, 60605
Agency: Department of Children and Family Services
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,150 - $10,150/month
Closing Date/Time: 05/19/2025
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results-oriented individual to serve as Special Assistant General Counsel. Under administrative direction, this position will provide legal advice and counsel to the Department’s administrative and professional staff. The position will also consult with division staff regarding the utilization of contractual services, providing advice on the viability of such requests. Additionally, the position will provide interpretation of court orders, statutes, and regulations for implementation by DCFS personnel and will advise and provide input into the implementation of specific mandates pursuant to consent decrees. 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 progressively responsible experience in the practice of law