OCJ - Child Protection Division Court Coordinator/Law Clerk
Chicago, IL
Full Time
Mid Level
CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: CHILD PROTECTION COURT COORDINATOR I
GRADE: 16
UNION: TEAMSTERS LOCAL 700
SALARY: $59,828
LOCATION: 1100 S. HAMILTON, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60612
JOB SUMMARY AND DUTIES:
The duties listed are not set forth for the purpose of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties to be performed under the job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check. Applicants are advised that as a Drug Free Workplace, use of medical or recreational marijuana is prohibited and will disqualify a candidate from employment.
It is the policy of the Office of the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.
**Absent extenuating circumstances, Child Protection Court Coordinators shall be Illinois attorneys in good standing (or other competent jurisdiction) within one year of start of employment. Requests for special dispensation shall be addressed to the Chief Judge and the Presiding Judge of the appropriate section, which may be granted on a case by case basis.
Revised April, 2024
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: CHILD PROTECTION COURT COORDINATOR I
GRADE: 16
UNION: TEAMSTERS LOCAL 700
SALARY: $59,828
LOCATION: 1100 S. HAMILTON, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60612
JOB SUMMARY AND DUTIES:
- Coordinates progression of cases from opening to final disposition;
- Manages daily court calls and provides legal research assistance for the Judges of the Child Protection Division, Circuit Court of Cook County;
- Prepares and reviews matters on the court calls;
- Prepares written memoranda and summaries based on research and analysis of legal issues;
- Manages court schedule and maintain Judge’s control sheets;
- Acts as liaison between attorneys, parties and Judges;
- Monitors pending legislation as needed;
- Assists with other miscellaneous matters as required by the judges or supervisor;
- Maintains confidentiality while performing duties;
- Hosts Zoom courtrooms; and
- Performs such other duties as directed by the Presiding or supervising judge.
The duties listed are not set forth for the purpose of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties to be performed under the job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctor degree;
- Licenseto practice law in Illinois;
- Excellent legal research and analysis skills;
- Experience with computer applications for word processing, spreadsheet, database, and legal research/writing;
- Excellent written and oral communication skills;
- Excellent organizational abilities; and
- Ability to work well with others and collaborate with legal and non-legal personnel.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- On a continuous basis, sit at a desk for long periods of time in front of a computer screen;
- Intermittently twist to reach equipment or supplies surrounding desk;
- Perform simple grasping and fine manipulation;
- Strength to lift files weighing up to 20 pounds; and
- Use telephone and computer keyboard on a daily basis.
This position requires a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check. Applicants are advised that as a Drug Free Workplace, use of medical or recreational marijuana is prohibited and will disqualify a candidate from employment.
THE OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Office of the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.
**Absent extenuating circumstances, Child Protection Court Coordinators shall be Illinois attorneys in good standing (or other competent jurisdiction) within one year of start of employment. Requests for special dispensation shall be addressed to the Chief Judge and the Presiding Judge of the appropriate section, which may be granted on a case by case basis.
Revised April, 2024
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