Deputy General Counsel of Policy Initiatives; Senior Public Service Administrator, Opt L

Position: Deputy General Counsel of Policy Initiatives (Senior Public Service Administrator, Opt 8L) Job Requisition : GC52074 Closing Date: 01/07/2026 Agency: Department of Healthcare and Family Services Class Title: Senior Public Service Admin - 40070 Skill Option: Special License - Illinois Law License Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated starting salary range $11,500 - $13,500/monthly Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Cook Number of Vacancies : 1 Merit Comp Code: Excluded - Subject to Paragraph (1), (2), (3), or (6) of Section 4d of the Personnel Code A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one. 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 you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible 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: The Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) is seeking a mission‑driven attorney excited to join its legal team as a Deputy General Counsel of Policy Initiatives. This position will partner with the General Counsel in providing strategic legal guidance to the agency in the face of a rapidly changing legal and policy framework for the agency’s medical and child support services programs. The position will provide the opportunity to analyze and spearhead solutions for difficult legal and policy questions, including by advising on federal compliance issues and collaborating on legislative initiatives. The ideal candidate will enjoy conducting legal analysis and providing legal advice in the fast‑paced environment of State government leadership and will have the excellent interpersonal skills needed to successfully collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders from different backgrounds. 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. The HFS Office of the Inspector General investigates, audits and reviews program activity to ensure the integrity of our programs is maintained. 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… Apply tot his job