Salary: $171,621.00 – $229,990.00 Annually
Location : Elgin, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00167
Job Classification: Legal / Law
Opening Date: 07/31/2023
Job Description
Qualified applicants are asked to apply by August 29, 2023. Elgin, Illinois (est. pop. 115,000), is a vibrant city located 38 miles from downtown Chicago in the picturesque Northern Fox River Valley. Elgin boasts an abundance of parks, nature centers, forest preserves, and extensive biking and hiking trails, and the City’s commitment to the arts is evident through its regular production of creative exhibitions, diverse programs, and captivating special events. As one of Illinois’ largest and fastest-growing cities, Elgin is on a compelling trajectory of progress and prosperity. For those seeking a fulfilling professional opportunity, Elgin is currently looking for a skilled Corporation Counsel to be part of its thriving community.
Under the direction of the City Manager, Mayor, and City Council, the Corporation Counsel manages the Legal Department and serves on the City’s Leadership Team. As the chief legal officer, the Corporation Counsel provides legal representation for the City, its Council, and operating departments; being involved in all the legal matters in which the City has an interest. Additionally, the Corporation Counsel acts as Counsel to the City’s various boards and commissions and attends necessary meetings. The Corporation Counsel oversees a department operating budget of $1.5 million and supervises two Assistant City Attorneys, the City’s Risk Manager, the Senior Paralegal, and the Legal Secretary.
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Compensation and Benefits
Elgin offers a market competitive total rewards package that includes a base salary range between $171,621 and $229,990 depending on experience and qualifications. Additionally, the City offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, vacation, sick leave, personal days, holidays, car allowance, fitness center membership, voluntary 457(b) deferred compensation plan and a pension through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund. The City offers the opportunity for hybrid remote/in-office work schedules.
Desired Qualifications
The selected candidate must hold a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school, be licensed to practice law, have admission and membership in good standing to the Illinois Bar and the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and have a minimum of 10 years of experience practicing local government law, including supervisory experience over attorneys and other legal positions.
Special Instructions
First review of resumes occurs on Tuesday, August 29, 2023. Following this date, applications will be screened against criteria outlined in the recruitment brochure. For more Information, please contact Patty Heminover at or 651.223.3058.
Please consult the recruitment brochure for more information on the benefits available for this position.
01
Do you hold a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school?
- Yes
- No
02
Are you licensed to practice law, have admission and membership in good standing to the the Illinois Bar and the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois?
- Yes
- No
03
Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
- Associate degree
- Bachelor’s degree
- Master’s degree
- Doctorate degree
04
Which of the following best reflects your number of years as a professional as described in the published job announcement?
- 0 – 2 Years
- 3 – 4 Years
- 5 – 6 Years
- 7 – 9 Years
- 10+ Years
05
Which of the following best represents the population size of the community you serve or most recently served?
- Under 10,000 Residents
- 10,000 – 20,000
- 20,001 – 50,000
- 50,001 – 100,000
- 100,001 – 300,000
- Over 300,000 Residents
- N/A
06
Which of the following represents the sector in which you earned your professional experience?
- Municipal Government
- County Government
- State Government
- Federal Government
- United States Armed Forces
- Private Sector
- Other
07
Are you a finalist or have participated in interviews for a similar position within the last 30 days?
- Yes
- No
Required Question