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Legal Counsel

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services
Chicago, IL Contractor
POSTED ON 12/14/2025 CLOSED ON 1/8/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Counsel position at Illinois Department of Children and Family Services?

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more

Information, Please See

https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13156613

  • Job Requisition ID:**51906\
  • Closing Date:**01/08/2026\
  • Agency:**Department of Children and Family Services\
  • Class Title:**PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015\
  • Skill Option:**Special License - Illinois Law License\
  • Bilingual Option:**None\
  • Salary:**Anticipated Starting Salary \$9,167 to \$11,000 Monthly\
  • Job Type:**Salaried\
  • Category:**Full Time\
  • County:**Cook\
  • Number of Vacancies:**1\
  • Bargaining Unit Code:**None\

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A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills

as part of your application. Please attach a**DETAILEDResume/Curriculum

Vitae (CV)**to the**MY DOCUMENTS**section of your application if you

decide to provide one.

  • Why Work for Illinois?**

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of

compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether youre

helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support

families in need, youre part of something biggersomething that touches

the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career youre looking for, we offer jobs that fit

your life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standard

of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to

advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits

and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and

lasting future with the State of Illinois.

## Essential Functions

  • Serves as Legal Counsel to the DCFS Guardian.
  • Plans and conducts investigations and complex legal research on

issues affecting the DCFS Office of the\

Guardians administration of statutory duties and responsibilities.

  • Accesses and updates systems and procedures to monitor and track

criminal matters, probate and estate cases,\

administrative actions, education cases, civil actions, and other

general legal case information for youth in care, such\

as court appearances, pleadings, discovery, and contracts.

  • Reviews the implementation of program initiatives, policies, and

procedures through site visits and other means.

  • Develops and provides training for Department staff regarding the

duties and responsibilities of the Office of the\

Guardian.

  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably

within the scope of the duties enumerated\

above.

Salary : $9,167 - $11,000

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