Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER
Cook County Health & Hospitals System, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
CHIEF LEGAL OFFICERJob Number:
00134913
Job Posting
:
Aug 13, 2024, 2:24:38 PM
Closing Date
:
OngoingFull-time
Shift Start Time
:
8:30 A.M.
Shift End Time
:
4:30 P.M.
Collective Bargaining Unit
:
NONEPosting Salary
:
COMPETITIVE
Organization
:
Health and Hospital Systems
Job Summary
The Chief Legal Officer will provide legal advice and counsel to the Board and Cook County Health (CCH) Leadership over matters concerning litigation, regulatory compliance, and government relations. Leads the strategic development of business strategies and other aspects of corporate governance. Collaborates with the States Attorneys’ Office, the Office of the Independent Inspector General for Cook County, and Legal Office of the Cook County Office of the President regarding various matters. The Department responds to subpoenas and requests for information and records, as well as serves as the organization’s formal “FOIA” contact. Coordinates certain internal hearings and assures adherence with institutional policies, rules, regulations and other State and Federal laws.
General Administrative Responsibilities
Collective Bargaining
Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals
Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions and working meetings
Discipline
Document, recommend and effectuate discipline at all levels
Work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to effectuate and enforce applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
Initiate, authorize and complete disciplinary action pursuant to CCH system rules, policies, procedures and provision of applicable collective bargaining agreements
Supervision
Direct and effectuate CCH management policies and practices
Access and proficiently navigate CCH records system to obtain and review information necessary to execute provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements
Management
Contribute to the management of CCH staff and CCH’ systemic development and success
Discuss and develop CCH system policies and procedures
Consistently use independent judgment to identify operational staffing issues and needs and perform the following functions as necessary; hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, direct or discipline employees pursuant to applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
Work with Labor Relations to discern past practice when necessary
Typical Duties
Leads the strategy for all CCH legal matters
Oversees the delivery of legal services and resources to accomplish corporate goals, strategies, and priorities
Advises the Board and CCH Leadership on a variety of issues, including any changes due to healthcare reform
Reviews, analyzes, and responds to correspondence pertaining to a variety of legal matters
Develops and recommends strategic business solutions
Collaborates with internal audit and corporate compliance offices
Maintains proper corporate interactions with the relevant local, state, and federal governmental bodies, legislatures, and the community at large
Manages a team of corporate counsel and other members of the legal department
Leads the development and implementation of the general management policy as a member of the executive management team
Provides guidance to departments in revising ordinances, legislative proposals, directives, correspondence, and/or policies for use in intergovernmental relations and public statements
Participates in training on various legal matters for the Board, Management, and/or staff
Oversees the Freedom of Information Officer
Performs other duties as assigned to support CCH
Reporting Relationship
Reports to Chief Executive Officer-CCH and to the Chairman of the CCH Board of Directors
Minimum Qualifications
Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited college or university
Active and current State of Illinois Law License in good standing
Ten (10) years of legal experience, with at least five (5) years of recent legal experience within the healthcare industry
Three (3) years of leadership experience in a law firm, as In House Counsel, or in a hospital or healthcare system
Experienced in negotiating and drafting various legal agreements and ability to coordinate litigation efforts
Preferred Qualifications
Legal experience in a unionized healthcare environment
LLM or higher in healthcare law
Legal experience with managed care organizations, rules, and regulations
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Knowledge in the areas of labor relations, grants, contracts, corporate compliance and healthcare reform statutes and mandates
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups
Excellent program development, management and leadership skills
Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking and conflict management/resolution skills
Demonstrated ability to build effective teams and to lead, mentor and develop management
Ability to clearly articulate complex legal issues and analysis orally and in writing.
Ability to manage and control the allocation of available resources to achieve projects and goals.
Physical and Environmental Demands
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.
For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions.
VETERAN PREFERENCE
PLEASE READ
When applying for employment with Cook County Health, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran
must
:
Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?”
Attach a copy of their
DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22
(Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11).
Discharge papers must list an Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable
OR
A copy of a
valid State ID Card or Driver’s License
which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
“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 an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview”.
Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
*CCH is
strictly
prohibited
from
conditioning,
basing
or
knowingly
prejudicing
or affecting any term or aspect of
County
employment
or
hiring
upon
or
because
of any
political
reason
or
factor.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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00134913
Job Posting
:
Aug 13, 2024, 2:24:38 PM
Closing Date
:
OngoingFull-time
Shift Start Time
:
8:30 A.M.
Shift End Time
:
4:30 P.M.
Collective Bargaining Unit
:
NONEPosting Salary
:
COMPETITIVE
Organization
:
Health and Hospital Systems
Job Summary
The Chief Legal Officer will provide legal advice and counsel to the Board and Cook County Health (CCH) Leadership over matters concerning litigation, regulatory compliance, and government relations. Leads the strategic development of business strategies and other aspects of corporate governance. Collaborates with the States Attorneys’ Office, the Office of the Independent Inspector General for Cook County, and Legal Office of the Cook County Office of the President regarding various matters. The Department responds to subpoenas and requests for information and records, as well as serves as the organization’s formal “FOIA” contact. Coordinates certain internal hearings and assures adherence with institutional policies, rules, regulations and other State and Federal laws.
General Administrative Responsibilities
Collective Bargaining
Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals
Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions and working meetings
Discipline
Document, recommend and effectuate discipline at all levels
Work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to effectuate and enforce applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
Initiate, authorize and complete disciplinary action pursuant to CCH system rules, policies, procedures and provision of applicable collective bargaining agreements
Supervision
Direct and effectuate CCH management policies and practices
Access and proficiently navigate CCH records system to obtain and review information necessary to execute provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements
Management
Contribute to the management of CCH staff and CCH’ systemic development and success
Discuss and develop CCH system policies and procedures
Consistently use independent judgment to identify operational staffing issues and needs and perform the following functions as necessary; hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, direct or discipline employees pursuant to applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
Work with Labor Relations to discern past practice when necessary
Typical Duties
Leads the strategy for all CCH legal matters
Oversees the delivery of legal services and resources to accomplish corporate goals, strategies, and priorities
Advises the Board and CCH Leadership on a variety of issues, including any changes due to healthcare reform
Reviews, analyzes, and responds to correspondence pertaining to a variety of legal matters
Develops and recommends strategic business solutions
Collaborates with internal audit and corporate compliance offices
Maintains proper corporate interactions with the relevant local, state, and federal governmental bodies, legislatures, and the community at large
Manages a team of corporate counsel and other members of the legal department
Leads the development and implementation of the general management policy as a member of the executive management team
Provides guidance to departments in revising ordinances, legislative proposals, directives, correspondence, and/or policies for use in intergovernmental relations and public statements
Participates in training on various legal matters for the Board, Management, and/or staff
Oversees the Freedom of Information Officer
Performs other duties as assigned to support CCH
Reporting Relationship
Reports to Chief Executive Officer-CCH and to the Chairman of the CCH Board of Directors
Minimum Qualifications
Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited college or university
Active and current State of Illinois Law License in good standing
Ten (10) years of legal experience, with at least five (5) years of recent legal experience within the healthcare industry
Three (3) years of leadership experience in a law firm, as In House Counsel, or in a hospital or healthcare system
Experienced in negotiating and drafting various legal agreements and ability to coordinate litigation efforts
Preferred Qualifications
Legal experience in a unionized healthcare environment
LLM or higher in healthcare law
Legal experience with managed care organizations, rules, and regulations
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Knowledge in the areas of labor relations, grants, contracts, corporate compliance and healthcare reform statutes and mandates
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups
Excellent program development, management and leadership skills
Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking and conflict management/resolution skills
Demonstrated ability to build effective teams and to lead, mentor and develop management
Ability to clearly articulate complex legal issues and analysis orally and in writing.
Ability to manage and control the allocation of available resources to achieve projects and goals.
Physical and Environmental Demands
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.
For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions.
VETERAN PREFERENCE
PLEASE READ
When applying for employment with Cook County Health, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran
must
:
Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?”
Attach a copy of their
DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22
(Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11).
Discharge papers must list an Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable
OR
A copy of a
valid State ID Card or Driver’s License
which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
“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 an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview”.
Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
*CCH is
strictly
prohibited
from
conditioning,
basing
or
knowingly
prejudicing
or affecting any term or aspect of
County
employment
or
hiring
upon
or
because
of any
political
reason
or
factor.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
#J-18808-Ljbffr