Assistant General Counsel I - Policy Job at Chicago Housing Authority, Chicago, IL

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  • Chicago Housing Authority
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

The Assistant General Counsel will help the Chicago Housing Authority (“CHA”) achieve its mission and goals, primarily by protecting its legal interests. Assistant General Counsel will partner with client departments to develop policy on behalf of CHA. Assistant General Counsel may work in tandem with the litigation group representing CHA in matters litigated in state and Federal courts, including matters involving consent decrees, in administrative hearings, and will provide advice to client departments.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position may include, but not limited to, the following:

  • Administering CHA policies and procedures, including CHA’s Occupancy Policy, Grievance Procedures and Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan.
  • Drafting and reviewing policies and procedures and other documents related to CHA operations.
  • Providing research, information and counsel on housing related regulations, CHA policies, Federal and state law, municipal ordinances, and case law.
  • Monitoring and administering of consent decrees, judgement orders and various other agreements resulting from litigation matters.
  • Advising client departments on CHA operations and achieving goals in compliance with applicable policies, rules, regulations, andlaws.
  • Assisting the DeputyGeneral Counsel and other membersof the Office of the General Counselor client departments as needed, including the preparation of required reports.
  • Drafting and reviewing leases, lease riders, tenant selection criteria, house rules, procedures, and other documents related to the tenancy and continued occupancy of CHA mixed‐income and traditionaldevelopments.
  • Representing CHA at informal or mitigating hearings with its internal and external forums.
  • Providing guidance and information with respect to HUD regulations, CHA policies, FOIA, Federal and state law.
  • Analyzing proposed local, state, and Federal legislation.
  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a Juris Doctor degree, admission to the Illinois bar and good standing, and a minimum of five (5) years of experience drafting reviewing and/or otherwise involved with policy making and/or legislative activities, litigating in state and federal court. Some field is work required for attendance at meetings and occasional court appearances.

Seeking candidate with significant policy and legislative experience. Ideal candidate will have trial/litigation experience, strong writing skills, excellent verbal communication skills, ability to work well with diverse populations and stakeholders and willingness to learn new substantive areas to meet CHA needs including fair housing and various constitutional claims.

To apply, please submit cover letter, resume along with two writing samples to our careers page at: CAREERS.THECHA.ORG

Applicants with diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and a passion for public service are encouraged to apply.

Salary: $125,000

Grade: S10

FLSA: Exempt

Union: None

Job Tags

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