Department Attorney (Public Service Administrator, Opt.8L)

Job Requisition ID : 50688

Closing Date : 12 / 24 / 2025

Agency : Department of Public Health

Class Title : PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015

Office : Directors Office

Division : Legal Services

Posting ID : 0 / 50688

Posted : 11 / 24 / 25-12 / 24 / 25

Skill Option : Special License - Illinois Law License

Bilingual Option : None

Salary : Anticipated Starting Salary $8281 / month; Full Range $8281-$12223 / month

Job Type : Salaried

Category : Full Time

County : Cook

Number of Vacancies : 1

Bargaining Unit Code : RC010 Professional Legal Unit AFSCME

Merit Comp Code :

This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement / labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.

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.

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as Assistant General Counsel providing legal advice analysis and response for the Departments emergency medical services program (EMT licensure) preparedness and response activities and administrative litigation.

Benefits Statement

As a State of Illinois Employee you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following :

• Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health life dental and vision plans.
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
• 13-14 paid holidays per year
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and / or mental health resources

These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits please follow this link : Functions

Minimum Qualifications

Specialized Skills

Preferred Qualifications

Conditions of Employment

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $2 billion in state and federal funds 6 regional offices 3 laboratories and over 1200 employees IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention health promotion regulation and control of disease and injury.

Work Hours : Monday - Friday 8 : 30am to 5 : 00pm

Work Location : 115 S Lasalle St Chicago Illinois 60603

Agency Contact :

Posting Group : Legal Audit & Compliance

This position DOES contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).

Revolving Door :

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430 / 5-45 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

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If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources :

State employees : Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees : on click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.

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Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Machine Shop,Civil Project Management,Content Development,Biomedical,Maintenance Engineering

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 8281 - 12223