Illinois Department of Children and Family Services · 1 day ago
Administrative Law Judge
Marion, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$7,787/mo - $11,450/mo
2+ years expThe Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Administrative Law Judge. This role involves monitoring the adjudication of complaints under the department, preparing formal recommendations for the Director, and presiding over administrative hearings.
Individual & Family Services
Responsibilities
Serves as Administrative Law Judge
Guides the appeal through pre-hearing phases
Presides at formal administrative hearings convened throughout the state of Illinois
Prepares complete administrative records in cases appealed to the Circuit Court on administrative review in accordance with the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act
On a regular basis, reviews developments in the relevant law, both state and federal, and conducts legal research into more complex issues
Provides input to the Chief Administrative Law Judge in formulating and reviewing rules and procedures pertaining to the Administrative Hearings Unit
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above
Qualification
Required
Requires graduation from a recognized law school
Requires possession of a valid license to practice law in Illinois
Requires 2 years of professional experience in the practice of law
Preferred
2 years of experience applying thorough knowledge of common law and of state and federal laws, particularly relating to administrative and regulatory functions
2 years of experience applying extensive knowledge of judicial and quasi-judicial procedure and of the rules of evidence, hearings, and trial procedures
2 years of experience applying extensive knowledge in the field of law with which primarily concerned
2 years of experience applying the ability to plan, lay out, and review work relating to complicated legal problems
2 years of experience utilizing litigation skills
2 years of experience utilizing skill and ability in analyzing, appraising, and organizing facts, evidence, and precedents concerned in difficult and complex cases and in presenting such material in clear and logical form for oral or written presentation, as briefs, orders, reports, or decisions
2 years of experience applying the ability to exercise sound judgment in appraising and evaluating problems of a procedural nature
2 years of experience in a professional setting demonstrating the ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with superiors, other attorneys, employees, and the general public
Benefits
A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
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)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
GI Bill Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
Company
Illinois Department of Children and Family Services
DCFS is responsible for protecting children and strengthening families through the investigation and intervention of suspected child abuse.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kiersten Neswick
Chief Financial Officer
Daniel Fitzgerald
Chief Diversity Officer
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