Counsel

The City of Chicago ("City") Department of Law is seeking an attorney for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel Supervisor ("ACC Supervisor") in the Aviation, Environmental, Regulatory and Contracts ("AERC") Division to provide legal advice regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance, risk and compliance, among other responsibilities. This ACC Supervisor will work under the general supervision of the Deputy Corporation Counsel and Chief Assistants Corporation Counsel of the division. The role emphasizes regulatory and advisory work. This ACC Supervisor will provide guidance on issues involving confidentiality, attorney-client privilege, professional conduct obligations, and reputational risk as they relate to AI, as well as on the legal, operational, cybersecurity, privacy, and regulatory issues associated with AI. The attorney will, among other things, formulate advice for City departments on their employees' use of AI in their job functions and work with cybersecurity, technology and risk management resources in other City departments to develop policies on this topic, as well as keep abreast of the governmental regulatory environment and industry standards and practices with respect to AI. This attorney will also work in other areas, including but not necessarily limited to data sharing, data privacy and security, intellectual property, and regulatory matters. Handling or overseeing litigation, such as AI-related or cybersecurity litigation, is also possible in this role as needed. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ideal candidates will possess the following: Juris Doctor (JD) and active bar membership; Minimum of 5+ years of legal experience; Clear and effective communication skills; Superior writing, researching and editing skills; Exceptional client counseling skills; Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, monitor, and control workflow deadlines; Previous supervisory experience; Ability to work well with others; Experience working and advising on AI, governmental regulations, and data privacy; Familiarity with AI governance frameworks, privacy and cybersecurity concepts; Demonstrated ability to manage complex, high-volume legal workflows in a fast-paced environment. Preferred qualifications 7+ years of legal experience as a licensed attorney. Qualifications Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree Admission to the Illinois Bar (or eligible for admission on motion to the Illinois Bar pursuant to Illinois Supreme Court Rule 705), good standing with your state Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission Disclaimer - "Accredited" means any American law school that has passed and maintains the requirements of accreditation by the American Bar Association ( Salary: $ 122,148.00 - $169,020.00 (salary is based on a variety of factors including experience and credentials) Fair Chance Hiring Employer: The City of Chicago is committed to being a Fair Chance Hiring employer. We value applicants with diverse experiences, including those who have had prior contact with the criminal legal system. Having a criminal history, including prior incarceration, arrest(s), and/or conviction(s) does not automatically disqualify you from employment with the City of Chicago. If you receive a conditional offer of employment, the City will conduct a background check. The resulting report will be used to conduct an individualized assessment to determine if the nature of any prior conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have been selected. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Residency Requirement: All employees of the City of Chicago must be actual residents of the City of Chicago as outlined in 2-152-050 of the City of Chicago Municipal Code. Proof of residency will be required. Reasonable Accommodation : If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy in order to participate in the application process, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at or . Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request. THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE. ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT. The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer. To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. City of Chicago Brandon Johnson Mayor #J-18808-Ljbffr