DOC Senior Procurement Counsel

State of Illinois•Chicago, IL

3d•$10,000 - $12,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking to hire an individual who will serve as Senior Procurement Counsel. This individual will conduct and direct technical specialized legal work in the area of Procurement and provide advice and analysis regarding statutes and legislation pertaining to Procurement programs, policies, and procedures. The ideal candidate would be a self-motivated, task-oriented, organized individual with strong interpersonal skills. We are looking for an energetic candidate looking to be an integral part of the Team. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Requirements

Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience performing legal work in a public or business organization.
Requires a law degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
Requires the possession of a license to practice law in the State of Illinois.

Nice To Haves

Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience in public procurement.
Prefers at least four (4) years of professional experience drafting contracts and conducting contract negotiations.
Prefers at least four (4) years of professional experience in legal research and writing.

Responsibilities

Serves as Senior Procurement Counsel.
Conducts and directs technical and specialized legal work in the areas of Procurement and related policy/regulatory matters, often highly sensitive and controversial.
Provides advice and analysis regarding various statutes and legislation pertaining to Procurement programs, policies, and procedures.
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