Litigation Coordinator

Job Requisition ID : 51467

Opening Date : 11 / 18 / 2025

Closing Date : 12 / 03 / 2025

Agency : Department of Human Services

Class Title : ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II - 00502

Skill Option : None

Bilingual Option : None

Salary : Anticipated Salary $6242-$9021 / month ($74904-$108252 / year)

Job Type : Salaried

Category : Full Time

County : Cook

Number of Vacancies : 1

Bargaining Unit Code : RC028 Paraprofessional Human Services Employees 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.

While not requireda Resume / Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable titles that require specific coursework professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of yourapplication. Failure to upload requested transcripts license and / or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

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

Under general direction of the Deputy General Counsel of Litigation serves as the Litigation Coordinator for the Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of General Counsel. Organizes plans executes controls and evaluates the operation of all litigation logistics for the Office of General Counsel. Prepares discovery for IDHS attorneys in matters where the Attorney General is representing the Illinois Department of Human Services or its employees in court or before the Civil Service Commission. Prepares information including summarizing complex data or ideas for the Office of General Counsel attorneys that are appearing before administrative tribunals in Illinois. Coordinates Attorney General representation of Department and employees. Assists the Office of General Counsels attorneys in responding to third-party subpoenas issued to the Department in cases where the Attorney General is representing current and former Department employees.

Essential Functions

• Under general direction of the Deputy General Counsel of Litigation serves as the Litigation Coordinator for the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) Office of General Counsel.
• Prepares information including summarizing complex data or ideas for the Office of General Counsel attorneys that are appearing before administrative tribunals in Illinois.
• Coordinates Attorney General representation of Department and employees.
• Redacts and prepares electronically stored information (ESI).
• Assists the Office of General Counsels attorneys in responding to third-party subpoenas issued to the Department in cases where the Attorney General is representing current and former Department employees.
• Researches and reviews statutes administrative regulations Federal Rules of Civil Procedure Federal Rules of Evidence Illinois Supreme Court Rules Illinois Rules of Evidence Medicaid Waiver provisions administrative directives program directives policy manuals and workers action guides for attorneys.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required that are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

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

Work Location : 69 W Washington St Chicago Illinois 60602

69 W. Washington

Chicago IL 60602

Agency Contact :

Posting Group : Office & Administrative Support; Social Services

About the Agency :

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy safe and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion Accessibility Responsibility and Equity.

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

For more information about our benefits please follow this link : INSTRUCTIONS

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

State employees : Log in to the career portalfor 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.

State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.

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Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Clerical,Aerospace Engineering,Catering,Computer Software,Factory

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 74904 - 108252