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Attorney
Illinois Department Of Human Services
Location : Chicago,IL
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : $9,200/monthly
Date Posted : 1 December 2025
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Attorney (Public Service Administrator, Opt 8L)
Chicago, IL, US, 60607
Job Requisition ID:51266
Start Date:10/30/25Closing Date:12/02/2025Agency:Department of Healthcare and Family Services
BPIS:10692/09953Class Title:PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option:Special License - Illinois Law LicenseBilingual Option:NoneSalary:Anticipated starting salary range $9,200/monthly; Full salary range - $9,200 - $10,000/monthlyJob Type:SalariedCategory:Full TimeCounty:CookNumber of Vacancies:2Bargaining Unit Code:NoneMerit Comp Code:
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Why Work for Illinois?
Position overview:
The Department of Healthcare and Family Services, Office of General Counsel is seeking to hire a motivated and detail orientated professional to serve as an Attorney. This position will research, review, analyze and evaluate agency policies, pertinent litigation cases, state and federal laws, rules and regulations, and other legal sources. Additionally, the Attorney will manage and develop Department of Health and Human Services Exclusions and Medical Vendor Hearings Final Administrative Decisions for the Director’s approval and assist the Assistant General Counsel in planning, directing and evaluating the Department’s Procurements and contracts.
HFS values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents.
Employees receive a robust benefit package including:
- Monday-Friday work schedule
- Flexible work schedules are available in many program areas. (Remote work may be an option for certain positions.)
- Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
- Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually.
- New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually.
- Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually.
- (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
If you are seeking a new opportunity, and this position appeals to you, please apply today!
At the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), we value staff as our greatest asset. We work in a spirit of teamwork to help millions of Illinoisans access high quality healthcare and fulfill child support obligations to advance their physical, mental, and financial well-being. We provide healthcare coverage for children and adults through Medicaid and other medical programs, and we help ensure that children receive financial resources from both their parents through Child Support Services.
HFS is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation. HFS is an equal opportunity employer.
Essential Functions
- Subject to management approval serves as an Attorney in performing complex, professional, legal services for the Department of Healthcare and Family Service (HFS)
- Confers with and advises staff on legal issues arising in the department’s programs and operations
- Reviews and evaluates contract development, including Intergovernmental Agreements, and implementation issues and determines possible impact on agency policies and programs
- Assists the Assistant General Counsel in planning, directing and evaluating the Department’s Procurements and contracts for the Office of General Counsel (OGC)
- Drafts and reviews proposed legislation affecting agency programs
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires graduation from a recognized law school
- Requires possession of a license to practice law in Illinois
- Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible legal experience in a public or business organization
Preferred Qualifications
- Three (3) years of professional experience interpreting and applying state and federal laws, rules, and regulations for a public or private organization
- Three (3) years of experience reviewing and providing legal counsel on procurements and contracts for a private or public organization
- Three (3) years of professional experience interpreting and applying procurement laws
- Three (3) years of professional legal experience drafting, evaluating, and negotiating contracts including but not limited to healthcare delivery, integrated care, and managed care
- Two (2) years of experience developing and implementing policy, rules and procedures for a public or private organization
- Two (2) years of professional experience communicating in verbal or written form with internal and external stakeholders
- Two (2) years of experience in conducting reviews and analysis of proposed and current processes to recommend revisions to procurement policies
- Four (4) years of experience developing and maintaining cooperative working relationships
Conditions of Employment
- Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history
- Requires the ability to utilize and maintain state issued equipment such as a laptop
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description
Work Hours:Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Work Location:401 S Clinton St, Chicago, Illinois, 60607Email:HFS.DPASApps@illinois.govPosting Group:Leadership & Management
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Nearest Major Market:Chicago
Freqently Asked Questions
Attorneys in this department often handle complex legal issues involving healthcare policies, state and federal regulations, and administrative hearings. Navigating public service law requires a strong grasp of government procurement, contract law, and regulatory compliance specific to Illinois healthcare and family services.
Chicago's legal job market is highly competitive due to its status as a major metropolitan hub, with numerous opportunities in public service and private sectors. Compared to smaller cities, there’s a stronger demand for attorneys skilled in state law, especially for roles involving healthcare and government agencies.
Public service attorneys in Illinois often advance by gaining expertise in specialized legal fields like healthcare or administrative law. Progression may lead to senior counsel, assistant general counsel, or leadership roles within government agencies, emphasizing policy development and legal strategy.
Beyond an Illinois law license, candidates benefit from experience interpreting healthcare laws, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance. Strong analytical skills and familiarity with state and federal statutes impacting healthcare programs are essential for success in this role.
The department offers a Monday to Friday schedule, flexible work options in certain programs, and remote work possibilities. These benefits help attorneys manage demanding legal responsibilities while fostering a supportive environment for personal and professional balance.
Working at this department involves a focus on public interest law, healthcare regulations, and administrative hearings, contrasting with the client-driven, profit-oriented environment of private firms. Public sector attorneys engage deeply with policy and community impact rather than commercial litigation.
Holding an active Illinois law license is mandatory. Additional certifications in healthcare law, public administration, or contract law can strengthen applications, reflecting the department's emphasis on specialized legal expertise relevant to healthcare and government operations.
The anticipated starting salary is around $9,200 per month, with a full range up to $10,000 monthly. This aligns with public sector compensation in Chicago, offering competitive pay combined with robust benefits that often exceed those in private sector attorney roles of similar seniority.
The department actively values diversity across ethnicity, gender, and backgrounds, fostering an inclusive workspace. Hiring practices emphasize equal opportunity, aiming to create a workforce that reflects the community and encourages varied perspectives in legal decision-making.
Daily duties include reviewing and interpreting healthcare policies, drafting legislation proposals, advising on contracts and procurement, and managing administrative hearings. This role demands close collaboration with internal teams to ensure legal compliance and support agency operations effectively.
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