Deputy Supervisor, Labor & Employment Litigation

Cook County State's Attorney Office • Chicago, IL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Civil Actions Bureau of the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO) is seeking a Deputy Supervisor to assist with oversight of approximately 9 attorneys in its Labor & Employment Litigation Section. This is a full-time bargaining unit exempt position. The Deputy Supervisor will assist with managing the case load of labor and employment cases filed against Cook County and its agencies and officials, including managing outside counsel on matters in which such counsel have been appointed to assist the CCSAO. The Deputy Supervisor reports to the Labor & Employment Litigation Supervisor.

Requirements

• A J.D. from an accredited institution.
• Be either a member in good standing with the Illinois bar, or eligible for admission to Illinois bar.
• Eligible to practice in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.
• A minimum of 10 years of litigation experience.
• 5 years of experience in employment litigation.
• Significant civil litigation experience, including but not limited to: fact, medical, and expert depositions; motions to dismiss; motions for summary judgment; and jury trials.
• Excellent academic achievement.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid work ethic, attention to detail, accountability, sound judgment, good character, initiative, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to motivate others.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supervising other attorneys.
• Significant experience with administrative hearings, depositions, motion practice, and discovery.
• Ability to assume direct responsibility for complex employment cases and work independently.
• Admitted to the Trial Bar for the Northern District of Illinois.
• Experience in class action defense.
• Experience retaining and managing outside counsel and expert witnesses.
• Experience representing government clients on behalf of the Cook County State’s Attorney and/or a similar government agency.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of attorneys and outside counsel in cases filed against County officials.
• Provide guidance, direction, and training to the attorneys working within the Section in all aspects of trial litigation from the opening of a case to jury verdict and potentially through appeal.
• Maintain their own caseload of complex labor/employment litigation cases.
• Assist in providing guidance, direction, and training to the attorneys working within the Section.
• Ensure that the mission, vision, and values of the CCSAO are reflected in the Section’s litigation strategies.
• Report on major activities to the Labor & Employment Litigation Supervisor and Division Leadership.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program, including vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program eligibility.
• Employee Assistance Program (confidential counseling and referral services).
• Pension plan through Cook County.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree