Assistant Director, CWEL Investigations

Posting Category: E

About UIS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves more than 4,000 students in 44 graduate and 56 undergraduate programs. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at http://www.uis.edu .

Application deadline: 5/1/2024

Minimum starting salary: $73,000 annually

Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to assist and initiate investigations on issues in child welfare for the DCFS Office of the Inspector General. This will include investigations on Child Welfare Employee Licenses (CWEL) and representing the Department in Administrative Hearings regarding CWEL. Assist and complete investigations that have implications for ongoing and future error reduction trainings. As a member of the University and DCFS Office of the Inspector General, this position provides professional legal assistance to the OIG Chief Legal Counsel and designated CWEL staff attorney by investigating and prosecuting complaints regarding Child Welfare Employee Licenses; provides professional assistance by reviewing investigations referrals to and from the OIG; serves as Department legal representative in administrative CWEL proceedings; and prepares and handles cases for prosecution. Assists and initiates investigations on all issues in child welfare. Assists in the training of attorneys working in DCFS, the public sector, and private agencies concerning issues in child welfare.

Duties & Responsibilities

Assist with and initiate key and complex investigations on issues related to child welfare. Apply legal methods and procedures with references to the legal implications involved; conduct investigations in a manner that will preserve evidence for possible criminal prosecution; analyze evidence discovered under applicable federal and state statutes and rules to determine whether criminal prosecution, disciplinary or licensure action is warranted. Perform technical and legal work of a general nature for the Office of the Inspector General. Assist in the development and delivery of Error Reduction Training as it pertains to investigations completed. Collaborate in writing investigative and annual reports.Work with DCFS to review and, when necessary, revise policies and procedures. Coordinate with related external entities as required. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A minimum of a Juris Doctor and a license to practice law in Illinois.

Preferred Qualifications

Two Years' Experience In Child Welfare Preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Excellent verbal, writing, and problem-solving skills

Physical Demands

Standing : FrequentlySitting : FrequentlyPerforming Manual Tasks : Frequently

Travel Requirements

20% General office environment housed at Office of Inspector General, Chicago, IL. Regular travel not expected but may occur occasionally around previously scheduled events.

Employment Policies and other information

UIS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to recruitment and retention of a diverse and inclusive campus community. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility .

The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.

UIS employees are strongly encouraged to stay up to date with the most recent COVID-19 vaccination available as a barrier to serious illness.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current or former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment .

UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State University Retirement System.

You will not pay Social Security taxes and your earning will not be on your Social Security Record. (Your record will, however, show your Medicare wages.Your pension from the State Universities Retirement System may affect the amount of your: Social Security benefit and Social Security benefit as a spouse

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted by contacting UIS HR at hremployment@uis.edu or call 217-206-6652.