SUPERVISORY REGIONAL COUNSEL

Job Requisition ID: 56859Opening Date: 7/10/2026Closing Date: 08/07/2026​Agency: Department of Children and Family ServicesClass Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 (PSA 8L)Skill Option: Special License - Illinois Law LicenseBilingual Option: NoneSalary: Anticipated Starting Salary $9,488 - $10,900/monthJob Type: SalariedCategory: Full TimeCounty: WilliamsonNumber of Vacancies: 1Bargaining Unit Code: NoneMerit Comp Code: Managerial Exclusion from RC010 Collective Bargaining CoverageA resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/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 you're helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you're part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.Position OverviewThe Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Supervisory Regional Counsel. Under administrative direction, this position will represent the Department at all hearings on calendars in the juvenile courts of assigned counties, including temporary custody, adjudication, disposition, permanency, status, progress, termination of parental rights, and motion hearings. Additionally, the position will provide technical advice and counsel to Agency personnel conducting all levels of administrative “fair hearings” and serve as the Department's representative in the “fair hearing” process, while supervising a subordinate attorney or paralegal. This position is a great opportunity for anyone who would like to use their skills as an attorney to benefit child welfare services. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent legal and organizational skills and strong leadership capabilities. We invite all qualified applicants to apply to join our innovative team to help make a difference in the lives of children and families.Essential FunctionsServes as Supervisory Regional CounselProvides technical advice and counsel to Agency personnel conducting all levels of administrative “fair hearings”Serves as full line supervisorServes as legal advisor to regional field staffPlans, directs, and conducts technical legal screening and provides case consultation to caseworkers andsupervisors to help prepare cases for termination of parental rights (TPR), to determine when cases are trial ready for TPRServes as agency liaison to judiciary, State's Attorney offices, and various court personnel in each county in the regionMaintains current working knowledge of new legislation, Department rules and policy, and all relevant lawPerforms other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated aboveMinimum QualificationsRequires possession of a valid license to practice law in IllinoisRequires three years of administrative experience in the practice of lawPreferred QualificationsPrefers experience as an attorney in cases involving child welfare or juvenile lawPrefers experience as an attorney presenting and arguing legal cases in court and/or administrative hearingsPrefers experience as an attorney conducting legal analysisPrefers substantive legal writing experience as an attorney in the areas of motions, pleadings, briefs, and memorandaPrefers professional experience working in a liaison capacity with various internal and external entitiesPrefers thorough knowledge of Illinois statutes and rules that have a substantial impact on Illinois juvenile court proceedings and/or DCFS's administrative hearingsConditions of EmploymentRequires the ability to pass a background check.Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires appropriate, valid driver's license.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.This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.About the AgencyDCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families. In every effort, from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption, children and families are our focus. The Office of Legal Services works in a supportive capacity to ensure Departmental adherence to all applicable laws, statutes, regulations, and court orders.As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:A Pension ProgramCompetitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance3 Paid Personal Business Days annually12 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, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered yearsFlexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)12 Weeks Paid Parental LeaveDeferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement planOptional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibilityGI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans5% Salary Differential for Bilingual PositionsCommuter Savings Program (Chicago only)For more information about our benefits please follow this link: Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PMWork Location: 2309 W Main St, Marion, Illinois, 62959Agency Contact: Michael BernardyMichael.Bernardy@illinois.gov (for questions only)Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance​Revolving Door –Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to thisposition. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment duringState 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 ExecutiveInspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.comsystems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.comThis position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

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