About this opportunity
Chicago Public Schools lists this Assistant General Counsel, School Law opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Summary
The Assistant General Counsel will join the School Law Unit within the CPS Law Office. This position will work under the direct supervision of the Deputy General Counsel and will be responsible for advising school-based administrators on policy and school law matters.
Responsibilities
Advise the Board of Education and school-based staff on Board rules, policies and statutes related to school law, including enrollment and transfer, student privacy, student discipline, charter schools, special education concerns, custody issues, and school climate matters.
Prepare and conduct due process hearings for school restructuring, enrollment fraud, and local school council eligibility.
Conduct training for school administrators on school law related topics.
Assist the School Law Deputy General Counsel with special projects related to cross‑functional work and new initiatives.
Qualifications
In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Assistant General Counsel must possess the following qualifications:
Type of Education Required
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
Licensed and authorized to practice law in the state of Illinois.
Type of Experience and Number of Years
Minimum of one (1) year legal experience; three (3) years of experience, preferred.
Litigation or administrative hearing experience is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Exceptional advocacy, analytical, oral and written communication skills.
Motivated, dynamic, team‑oriented, individual with the ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a team environment to resolve issues and make effective decisions.
Capable of working both independently and collaboratively in a high‑volume, fast‑paced environment.
Organizational skills and ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously under pressure.
Demonstrated ability to take ownership and solve problems.
Able to expeditiously assess issues and provide sound legal advice.
Benefits
The following benefits are provided:
Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
Medical Plan Options
Pharmacy
Vision
Behavioral Health & EAP
Employee Wellness Program
Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
Basic Life Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Pension Plans
Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Spot Pet Insurance
Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life
Competitive paid time off policies
Location
Central-42 West Madison Street (Law Office)
Salary
87,000.00 – 115,500.00 per year.
Position Type
Non-Union Position, Exempt, Full-time, Salary based.
Eligibility Requirement
Employees are required to establish/maintain Chicago residency within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment.
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Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
Who can apply
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