Assistant Corporation Counsel - Legal Research

City of Springfield
is seeking applicants for
Assistant Corporation Counsel - Legal Research

Department: Office of the Mayor
Division: Corporation Counsel
Work Location:
Municipal Center East, 800 East Monroe
Springfield, Illinois, 62701
United States
Work Hours: Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (hours may vary)
Starting Rate: $75,000.00
Eligibility Requirements: Open to All Applicants
Union: Non-Union Position
Final Date to Apply: 1/1/2027


Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

In this role you will:

• Advise Springfield City Council Members on an “on-call” basis. Areas of frequent advisement include officials and creation of ordinances and interpretation and application of statues and case law.
• Represent the City and its employees in litigation. This work emphasizes motion practice, all pf discovery, expert witnesses, trains and appeals.
• Assign duties to secretaries and paralegals as needed.
• Perform periodic training to City Council Members in pertinent areas of law, i.e. Open Meetings Act, FOIA, etc.
• Perform research and advise City departments on a variety of legal issues.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will hold a Juris Doctorate degree and possess a valid license to practice law in the State of Illinois. They will demonstrate strong legal research, writing, and analytical abilities, along with sound professional judgment and a commitment to ethical public service. The ideal candidate will be able to interpret and apply statutes, regulations, and case law; prepare clear and persuasive legal documents; and provide well-reasoned legal advice to agency staff and leadership. Strong communication skills, the ability to manage multiple assignments, and a collaborative working style are essential. Experience in government, administrative law, litigation, or regulatory compliance is highly desirable. Preference for employment in all positions with the city shall be given to applicants who are full-time city residents.

Preference for employment in all positions with the city shall be given to applicants who are full-time city residents.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Free Health Clinic
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation
• 4 weeks paid parental leave
• 13 paid holidays
• 10-25 paid vacation days, based on years of service
• 12 paid sick days annually
• Tuition Reimbursement

If assistance in applying is required, please notify the Office of Human Resources at 217-789-2446 or [email protected]

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