Assistant Corporation Counsel Supervisor – Chief Mediator – Federal Civil Rights Division

Assistant Corporation Counsel Supervisor – Chief Mediator – Federal Civil Rights Division

City of Chicago Department of Law

We are seeking an attorney to serve as Chief Mediator in the newly created Settlements and Mediation Section of the Federal Civil Rights Litigation Division. The division defends sworn and civilian police personnel and the City of Chicago in federal and state lawsuits concerning alleged civil rights violations or state law liability claims. The Settlements and Mediation Section focuses exclusively on strategic resolution of cases involving tort, mass‑tort, and federal civil‑rights litigation.

• Make preliminary assessments of new matters, review, analyze, and evaluate existing litigation matters.
• Participate in mediation and recommend settlement strategies to Department of Law senior staff and leadership.
• Generate data on program metrics and costs; develop policies and procedures to operate the program efficiently.
• Manage, direct, and administer the Settlements and Mediation Section’s mediation program.

• Eight (8) years of legal experience as a licensed attorney.
• Three (3) years of experience in settlement negotiation, mediation, or dispute‑resolution program management, preferably involving multi‑million‑dollar exposure.
• Federal civil litigation experience.
• Superior knowledge of civil law principles and practices.
• Exceptional communication, writing, research, and editing skills.
• Proficient with typical litigation technology (Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat).
• Ability to organize, prioritize, monitor, and control workflow deadlines.
• Exceptional supervisory and leadership skills.
• Commitment to public service.

• Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school with a Juris Doctor.
• Admission to the Illinois Bar (or eligible for admission under Illinois Supreme Court Rule 705).

• Cover letter including the position title, how you meet the minimum qualifications, an explanation of interest, and how your mediation and/or settlement skills could contribute.
• Resume.
• Law school transcript (official or unofficial).
• Two writing samples.
• Current printout of attorney registration status from the Illinois ARDC website (or equivalent).

Salary $118,596 – $164,100 (based on experience and credentials).

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This position requires an interview. Candidates possessing the qualifications best suited for the responsibilities will be selected.

Submit your application by December 2, 2025.

Preferably upload documents to the CAREERS applicant profile; alternatively email to DOL.Application. Failure to submit all required materials will result in your application not being considered.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer. We seek to hire applicants with diverse experiences. Prior criminal history does not automatically disqualify applicants; a background check is conducted when required.

All employees must be actual residents of the City of Chicago, as outlined in City of Chicago Municipal Code 2‑152‑050.

Contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at 312‑744‑4976 or disability accommodations to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy.