ATTORNEY SUPERVISOR

Job Requisition ID: 54433

Opening Date: 03/19/2026

Closing Date: 04/02/2026

Agency: Illinois Torture Inquiry & Relief Commission

Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015

Skill Option: Special License - Illinois Law License

Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $9,500 - $10,500 monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Cook

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: None

Merit Comp Code:

A resume is required to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application.

Position Overview:

TIRC's Chief Investigative Attorney is a supervising attorney who oversees the investigation of torture claims by case attorneys for the Commission. The Chief Investigative Attorney trains and directs staff in the investigation, analysis and presentation of torture claims; monitors staff’s progress and coaches them on proper procedures and practices; evaluates staff annually in written and oral reports delivered to those staff; instructs and enforces policy and procedures with staff; and recommends staff employees for retention or termination. This attorney works closely with TIRC's Executive Director and General Counsel, advising on policies and procedures, and drafting and editing recommendations for Commission action on claims of torture.

Illinois Torture Inquiry and Relief Commission offers a robust benefit package including:

• Monday-Friday schedule

• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance

• Paid Parental leave

• Pension Plan

• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs

• Employees earn (12) paid sick days annually

• (10-25) paid vacation days (based on years of service)

• Employees earn (3) paid personal days (pro-rated based on start date)

• (13-14) paid state holidays annually

Work hours and schedule will be mutually agreed upon by supervisor during the onboarding process.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Essential Functions

• Subject to management approval of the Executive Director, Illinois Torture Inquiry and Relief Commission (ITIRC), Serves as direct supervisor for staff case attorneys investigating and adjudicating claims.

• Serves as full-line supervisor.

• Conducts legal research and investigations regarding allegations of torture to assist in the determination of cases selected for review by the Commission.

• Performs other duties as required or assigned to keep case flow moving effectively.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a license to practice law in Illinois.

• Requires graduation from an accredited law school.

• Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers 1 year of criminal law experience, particularly post-conviction proceedings.

• Prefers 1 year of statutory and regulatory compliance experience.

• Prefers 1 year of experience working with Illinois Code of Criminal Procedure, Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, Illinois Supreme Court Rules, and/or Illinois Rules of Evidence.

• Prefers one (1) year of experience working with Illinois Code of Criminal Procedure, Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, Illinois Supreme Court Rules, and/or Illinois Rules of Evidence.

• Prefers 1 year of experience with Administrative Law, Illinois Freedom of Information Act, and Illinois Open Meetings Act.

• Prefers one year of investigative experience, including but not limited to as an attorney, a reporter, a fact- checker, an auditor, or a private investigator.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as
  appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.

• Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency

The Illinois Torture Inquiry and Relief Commission is a state agency that was created by the Illinois Torture Inquiry and Relief Commission Act in 2009. The Act provides for an eight-member commission, chaired by a former judge. The Commission began receiving claims in April 2011, and continued accepting them until the statutory deadline of August 10, 2014. In 2016, the legislature re-opened the filing period through August 10, 2019. The Commission is authorized by statute to gather evidence about a claim of torture occurring in Cook County and then determine whether there is sufficient credible evidence of torture to merit judicial review. To evaluate a claim, the Commission's staff can serve subpoenas to compel the testimony of witnesses and the production of evidence, administer oaths, and use any measure provided for in Illinois civil and criminal codes of procedure. If a matter is referred to court, the Circuit Court will review the case pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Post-Conviction Hearing Act and the TIRC Act. Upon review, the Circuit Court may order an evidentiary hearing in order to determine whether relief (e.g., suppression of a claimant’s statement or a new trial) is warranted.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Headquarter Location: 555 W Monroe St, Chicago, Illinois, 60661

Work County: Cook

Agency Contact: Samantha Judd

Email : [email protected]

Posting Group: Leadership & Management

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

• [email protected]
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