Chief Assistant Corporation Counsel - Employment Litigation Division

Description The City of Chicago Law Department is seeking an attorney for the position of Chief Assistant Corporation Counsel ("Chief ACC") in its Employment Litigation Division. The Employment Litigation Division defends the City of Chicago and its officers and employees against allegations of discrimination as well as other civil rights and employment law violations brought by prospective, current, and former employees. The Chief ACC will work under the general supervision of the Deputy Corporation Counsel of the Employment Litigation Division and will be given a high level of responsibility for supervising and handling all phases of complex employment litigation in state and federal court. In addition to maintaining their own case load, the Chief ACC will be responsible for the direct supervision of the attorneys assigned to their cases, and for identifying and executing opportunities for training clients and attorneys through live training or webinars. The Chief ACC will have significant responsibility for additional matters, including but not limited to: 1) client counseling, risk prevention and risk assessment; 2) interaction and coordination with other Law Department divisions, other City departments, and outside counsel; and 3) attorney and staff training, development, and evaluation. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in federal and/or state court employment litigation, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory or case‑management capacity related to the responsibilities of this position. High‑level experience handling complex employment litigation in adverse impact claims, class and/or collective actions, and wage and hour claims. Experience conducting jury trials as lead or co‑lead counsel, preferably in employment litigation. Experience advising senior management on personnel policies and best practices regarding hiring, promotions, benefits, performance management, compensation, leaves of absence, reasonable accommodations, workplace investigations, anti‑discrimination and harassment, discipline, terminations, and workplace safety issues. In‑depth knowledge and experience advising clients on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and best practices, including but not limited to Title VII, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, ADEA, and OSHA. Admission to the Federal Trial Bar (or eligible for admission pursuant to LR83.11). Experience drafting and updating employment policies and procedures. Experience drafting answers and motions, presenting oral arguments, conducting discovery, and attending settlement conferences and mediation. Experience taking and defending depositions, including expert witnesses. Experience supervising outside counsel and managing outside counsel spend. The ability to train, supervise, and evaluate subordinate attorneys working on employment litigation cases. Significant negotiation and settlement experience. Exceptional communication, writing, research, and editing skills. The ability to work well with others and to manage teams. 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 pursuant to Illinois Supreme Court Rule 705), in good standing with the state Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission. Salary $133,836 – $187,524 with annual step increase included. Benefits The City of Chicago offers a generous benefits package that includes health coverage, pension, retirement benefits, and other standard municipal employee benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The City of Chicago is committed to being a Fair Chance Hiring employer and values 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, a background check will be conducted and any conflict will be evaluated on an individual basis, with the opportunity to present evidence of rehabilitation if applicable. All employees must be actual residents of the City of Chicago, as required by City of Chicago Municipal Code 2‑152‑050. Proof of residency will be required at hiring. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy to participate in the application process should contact the City of Chicago Department of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military‑Friendly Employer. The City has adopted ordinances 2‑74‑020 and 2‑74‑075 to further its commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experiences. #J-18808-Ljbffr Agnello & Rogers