Assistant Attorney General - Workers Compensation - Carbondale

Salary: $84,480.00 - $107,550.00 AnnuallyLocation : Carbondale, ILJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 26-AAG-GOV-WKC-CARAdministration: Chief Deputy - Attorney GeneralBureau: Workers' Comp. - SpringfieldOpening Date: 11/20/2025Summary of Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Workers' Compensation Bureau defends the State of Illinois in workers' compensation claims filed by State employees with the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission. In addition, the Bureau prosecutes employers under the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act for failure to maintain workers' compensation insurance coverage for employees. The Bureau also defends claims filed against various State Funds which provide workers' compensation benefits under certain circumstances. Additionally, the Bureau provides advice to State agencies on workers' compensation issues.An Assistant Attorney General in the Workers' Compensation bureau investigates and handles a large number of cases. Assistant Attorneys General investigate workers' compensation claims and appear in front of the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission. Assistant Attorneys General draft and respond to motions, manage settlements, and represent the State of Illinois in all hearings.QualificationsCandidates must be licensed in Illinois at the time of application.Supplemental InformationSalary: Salaries are commensurate with number of years of practice as a licensed attorney and range from $ 84,480 to $ 107,550.To ensure full consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and a writing sample. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact us:Attn: Thor Y. InouyeOffice of the Illinois Attorney General115 S. LaSalle St.Chicago, IL 60603(312) 814-3695(312) 814-5024 (Fax)We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.Part-time employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.As an employee of the Illinois Attorney General's Office, you'll have access to many great benefits. Join the legal team responsible for protecting the public interest of the state and the people of Illinois!Health and Dental insurance along with free Vision insurance*Pension Benefits through the State Employees'; Retirement SystemDeferred Compensation: supplemental retirement savings program-457kCommuter Savings Program: pre-tax transportation programFlexible Spending: Medical and Dependent pre-tax savings programLife insurance benefit: free with option to purchase additional (up to 8 x your annual salary) at low cost. Spouse and child life insurance availableDisability coverageEmployee Assistance Program through ComPsychHolidays: 13 1/2 paidVacation days: minimum of 12 days, maximum of 27 days, proratedPersonal days: 4 annuallyFloating Holiday: 1 annuallySick days: 1 per monthFor attorneys, office provided Continuing Legal EducationSemi-monthly payroll*Health and Dental cost ranges: for single: $131.00 - $314.00 monthly; for family: $299.00 - $653.00 monthly