Assistant Corporation Counsel - Police Legal Advisor

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

Department: Office of the Mayor
Division: Corporation Counsel
Work Location:
Municipal Center East
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, 62701
United States
Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Starting Rate: $75,000.00
Eligibility Requirements: Open to All Applicants
Union: Non-Union Position
Final Date to Apply: 1/1/2027 at 5:59 PM


Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

In this role you will:

• Provide on-call legal counsel to Springfield Police Department staff and officers on statutory and case law interpretation, information access and confidentiality, arrest/search and seizure, personnel and disciplinary matters (including investigation review), policy updates, and responses to subpoenas and FOIA requests.
• Represent the City and its employees in federal litigation, primarily defending police practices and employment-related claims, with emphasis on motions, discovery, experts, trials, and appeals. Also handle additional litigation and legal matters, including ordinance drafting, as assigned by the Corporation Counsel.
• Meet with City officials, employees, witnesses, doctors, expert witnesses, etc. in preparation of discovery/trials.
• Assign duties to secretaries and paralegals for preparation of correspondence, notices, pleadings, depositions, research, etc.

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.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Free Health Clinic
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation
• 4 weeks paid parental leave
• 14 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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