ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, CLIENT SERVICES (OFFICE OF PUBLIC DEFENDER)- ACTIVELY RECRUITED

Cook County Offices

Under The President

Administrative Hearings

Auditor

Bureau of Administration

Bureau of Economic Development

Bureau of Finance

Bureau of Human Resources

Bureau of Technology

Facilities

Office of the President

LOCATION: COOK COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT, 2650 S. CALIFORNIA AVE. -CRIMINAL DIVISION

SHIFT: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Job Summary

Responsible for overseeing the operations of a team responsible for the coordination and delivery of mental health
support and related services and evaluations for the Department's clients. Directly or indirectly manage social
workers, caseworkers, mitigators and mental health clinicians. Oversee training, forensic and clinical assessment
and psychological testing, diagnosis and risk assessments. Serve in a confidential advisory role for senior
leadership. Work collaboratively with other departments, stakeholders and other service providers on programs
and projects.

This position is Actively Recruited and At Will

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree
• Four (4) years of social work, psychology, forensic psychology, counseling, psychiatry, mitigation, or directly
  related experience.
• Four (4) years of prior supervisory experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

• Knowledge of the operations of caseworkers, social workers, mitigators and mental health clinicians.
• Skill in directing and supervising the performance of the client services staff.
• Knowledge of the criminal legal system rules, regulations and practices, the roles of various Department staff
within the system and the needs of Department clients.
• Ability to plan, schedule, and allocate work projects on a day-to-day basis ensuring the timely completion of
assignments.
• Ability to provide strategic leadership, insight, support, and direction to support the unit's mission and goals.
• Ability to solve complex problems that have long-term impact on the unit and organization.
• Ability to implement the strategic vision of a department or organization-wide function.
• Ability to implement plans and objectives and oversee the efficiency and performance of specific processes and
operations.
• Knowledge of or ability to quickly and effectively grasp and utilize County policies, protocols and technical
vernacular used throughout each union labor agreement for the County.

Physical Requirements:

Sedentary Work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently
to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may
involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.

*Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization.

*This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination.

Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty , 44-56 Political Discrimination ; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification ; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List ; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d)

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link:

http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/

The County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.

EEO Statement

Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.

NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.

*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Social Media Disclaimer

The County's hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the County's hiring decision. Cook County officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County - Office of the Inspector General. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.