DOC Legal Services Attorney

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is seeking a motivated and collaborative attorney to join our growing legal team. This position will represent the Department and provide a full range of legal services with comprehensive support to designated facilites. The ideal candidate will be an attorney seeking a fast-paced position. We invite all attorneys interested in meaningful legal work to apply!

Requirements

Requires possession of a license to practice law in Illinois.
Requires three (3) years of professional experience in the practice of law.
Requires possession of a current, active license to practice law in the State of Illinois.
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime.
Requires use of agency-supplied equipment (i.e., mobile phone, laptop, etc.).
Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited.
Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department.
Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Nice To Haves

Prefers at least four (4) years of civil litigation experience handling federal, state, or administrative proceedings.
Prefers at least four (4) years of experience drafting legal memoranda, briefs, or pleadings.
Prefers at least two (2) of professional experience working with laws, policies, or regulations for a corrections agency.
Prefers at least two (2) years of experience managing attorneys and support staff.
Prefers at least two (2) years of experience developing litigation strategy, settlement and appeal posture in designated significant civil actions.
Prefers at least four (4) years of experience conducting legal research.
Prefers at least two (2) years of experience working in a large agency or organization (500 or more employees).
Prefers at least two (2) years of experience in handling constitutional or administrative law.
Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience working with legislation.
Prefers at least two (2) years of experience utilizing Microsoft software such as Word, Excel, and Outlook, or similar software products.

Responsibilities

Under administrative direction, provides a full range of legal services with comprehensive support to designated facilities.
Coordinates specialized legal matters with the Office of the Attorney General including the handling of litigation in the Court of Claims cases.
Consults with and advises Department administrative staff, attorneys, other agencies and other interested parties regarding their rights, responsibilities, and duties of the department.
Conducts complex technical research for administrative officials of the Department.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules in some program areas (flexible time and hybrid options)
Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
Pension Plan – vesting at 10 years for Tier II
Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
Paid state holidays 13-14 days annually
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)
Personal, sick, and vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules. (As applicable.)
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources