PARALEGAL

This job was posted by : For more Information, Please See Job Requisition ID:**58671** Opening Date:** 09/15/2026** Closing Date:** 09/29/2026** Agency:** Department of Children and Family Services** Class Title:**PARALEGAL (30860)** Skill Option:**None** Bilingual Option:**None** Salary:** Anticipated starting salary: $5,127/month (Step 1b) Full range $5,127 - $7,135** Job Type:** Salaried** Category:**Full Time** Number of Vacancies:** 1** Bargaining Unit Code:**RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME** Merit Comp Code:** Work Hours:** Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability:** 3 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs** Headquarter Location:** 4 W Old State Capitol Plz, Springfield, Illinois, 62701** Work County:** Sangamon** Agency Contact:** Michael.Bernardy This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.** 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 youre helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career youre looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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 Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Paralegal. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent organizational skills and strong leadership and communication capabilities. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois. Essential Functions: Serves as Paralegal Attends court hearings as directed Reviews all files on call sheet to ensure that files have been received Performs special projects and prepares statistical or other reports Receives and processes all subpoenas received by staff Obtains legal materials upon request of staff attorneys, either from law libraries or from other Department offices Under the direction of staff attorneys, files court documents and serves legal pape rs Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumeratedabove #J-18808-Ljbffr Illinois Department of Children and Family Services