SR ASSISTANT CHIEF COUNSEL-LR PERSONNEL (SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR)

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

6d•$10,900 - $12,900•Hybrid

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Transportation is hiring a Senior Assistant Chief Counsel for labor relations, personnel, and compliance in the Office of Chief Counsel. Under the general direction of the Deputy Chief Counsel, the position provides technical advice and legal policy determinations concerning labor relations, personnel, compliance, and employment law. In the Deputy Chief Counsel’s absence, the role performs that position’s duties and responsibilities. The position is based in Springfield, Illinois, with a hybrid schedule available from one to five days per week in the office depending on operational needs. The stated work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a four-year term appointment, which may be renewed for successive four-year terms at the Director’s discretion, and is subject to a probationary period. The role requires travel, potentially including overnight stays, and a valid driver’s license.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited law school.
Hold a license to practice law in Illinois.
Have experience equivalent to four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in the practice of law, with knowledge of labor relations and employment law.
Complete a background check and disclose criminal history.
Be able to travel for work, including overnight stays as appropriate.
Hold an appropriate, valid driver’s license.
Comply with applicable revolving-door restrictions and required Statements of Economic Interest.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience working with common law and federal and state laws and regulations, including FOIA and OMA.
Two years of experience reviewing labor and employment practices.
Two years of experience exercising judgment and discretion in developing, implementing, and interpreting departmental policies and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Strong communication skills.
One year of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Serve as counsel and legal advisor to department offices on labor relations, personnel, and employment law issues, including the Comprehensive Employment Plan.
Provide legal advice and interpretation concerning the Freedom of Information Act, Open Meetings Act, and departmental orders and policies.
In conjunction with the Labor Relations Section and Central Management Services, advise the department in labor organization negotiations and litigation before arbitrators, administrative judges, and the Illinois Labor Relations Board.
Design and coordinate investigations into allegations of employee misconduct.
Negotiate settlements on behalf of the department.
Serve as Deputy Chief Counsel in that official’s absence.
Perform other duties reasonably within the scope of the position as required or assigned.

Benefits

Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
Pension plan.
Twelve weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave.
Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefit programs, including medical and daycare programs.
Twelve paid sick days annually.
Ten paid vacation days in the first year, with the opportunity to earn up to 25 paid vacation days annually.
Three paid personal days annually.
Thirteen to fourteen paid holidays annually, based on start date.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources.
Training and career advancement opportunities.
Flexible work schedules in several program areas, including flexible time and hybrid scheduling.