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OCJ - Child Protection Division Court Coordinator/Law Clerk
Location:
Chicago, IL
Description:
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: 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 Powered by JazzHR
Company:
Circuit Court Of Cook County, Illinois
Posted:
April 11 on The Resumator
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