Chief Environmental Legal Counsel Lead Public-Interest Legal Team
state of illinoisSpringfield (IL)
Chief Environmental Legal Counsel Lead Public-Interest Legal Team
Posted 30 days ago
state of illinoisSpringfield (IL)
SENIORITY
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About the role
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency in Illinois seeks an experienced Illinois-licensed attorney to serve as Chief Legal Counsel, reporting to the Director. The role provides legal advice on complex environmental issues, ensures Agency compliance, and oversees about 40 attorneys and support staff in the Division of Legal Counsel.
You will lead rulemaking and enforcement actions, represent the Agency in administrative proceedings, and negotiate intergovernmental agreements related to
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