Associate Staff Attorney For Associate Staff Attorney In Chicago,IL

Applications are accepted from April 4, 2022, through April 18, 2022.
To apply for this position, complete the application: here
DUTIES:

• Responds to discovery requests and subpoenas in coordination with the City’s Law Department
• Serves as the Office’s FOIA officer, responding to FOIA requests and coordinating weekly FOIA meetings with OIG legal staff
• Coordinates with Office personnel and external parties on the searching, collection, and production of appropriate documents in litigation involving OIG
• Prepares redactions and privilege logs for confidential and privileged material
• Reviews and interprets various documents (e.g., legal documents, requests for information, contractual requirements, legislation) for department management
• Provides training and orientation to officewide staff on the optimal use of digital discovery, legal document review tools, FOIA best practices and records retention under the Illinois Local Record Act
• Under the direction of senior management, researches and analyzes local, state, federal laws, ordinances, and court decisions relative to legal issues affecting Office investigations, audits, and program reviews
• Evaluates programmatic compliance with local, state, and federal laws (e.g., FOIA, HIPAA, and EEO laws)
• Drafts other legal memoranda as directed
• Participates in meetings with senior-level attorneys and other parties to discuss cases and negotiation strategies
• Conducts a regular review of campaign finance violations and refers for investigation, as appropriate
• Assists in the development of departmental policies, procedures, and programs
• Other duties as assigned

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate degree and admission to the Illinois Bar (or another state bar having reciprocity with Illinois).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate Staff Attorney
Work experience with discovery, document review, and the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Work experience overseeing discovery in a large law firm setting, or experience in an investigatory or law enforcement organization.

ANNUAL SALARY: Up to $64,896

TRAVEL AND SCHEDULE: Travel outside Chicago is not required. Standard work hours are 8:30 am-4:30 pm, flexibility permitted.

EMPLOYEE VACCINATION REQUIREMENT: City of Chicago employees must, as a condition of employment, be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 effective October 15, 2021. This Policy applies to all City employees. If you are not able to receive the vaccine for medical or religious reasons, you may seek approval for an exemption in accordance with applicable City processes. For more information on the vaccine policy please visit: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dhr/supp_info/city-of-chicago-employee-vaccination-policy.html

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: Employees must be a resident of the City of Chicago and proof of residency is required at the commencement of employment.

OWING OF CITY DEBT: Municipal Code of Chicago 2-152-150 prohibits the hiring of anyone who owes any debt to the City of Chicago.

INSTRUCTIONS: To apply for this job title do NOT use the City of Chicago online application.
WE VALUE DIVERSITY

Associate Staff Attorney
The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is an equal opportunity employer. OIG is an inclusive organization that hires and develops all its staff of all levels regardless of race, religion, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, marital or parental status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, age, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.
OIG strives to create the kind of workplace where a socially diverse mix of people can thrive professionally. We pride ourselves in meeting our legal charge to promote economy, effectiveness, efficiency, and integrity in government. Through the hard work of our passionate and innovative team, OIG aims to serve every community with equity, respect, and dignity.
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NOTE: APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY THE INDIVIDUAL APPLYING. NO SECOND-PARTY APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. THE INSPECTOR GENERAL’S OFFICE REQUIRES THAT ITS EMPLOYEES BE NONPARTISAN AND FREE FROM CONFLICTS OF INTEREST.
THE CITY OF CHICAGO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND MILITARY-FRIENDLY EMPLOYER
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The City of Chicago does not participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System). In addition, employment at the Office of Inspector General is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

Location: 740 N. Sedgwick,Suite 200
Chicago,IL 60654, Chicago, IL 60654

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $64,896.00 per year