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Sheriffs Assistant Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Administrative Clerk

Waukegan, IL · On-site

$18.84/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Sheriff's Office Opening Date: 07/15/2026 Salary Grade: Union General Description Are you looking ... Process and/or oversee the processing of cash transactions. Assist with special projects (e.g ...

... County Sheriff's Office. Your duties may include answering phone calls, assisting the public ... Process and/or oversee the processing of cash transactions. Assist with special projects (e.g ...

Recovery Counselor (Reentry)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$22.89/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... Sheriff's Office (CCSO) to support individuals with Severe Mental Illness who are at risk of ... Educate and assist clients with applying for entitlements; i.e. Supplemental Security Income ...

... Sheriff's Office (CCSO) to support individuals with Severe Mental Illness who are at risk of ... Educate and assist clients with applying for entitlements; i.e. Supplemental Security Income ...

Recovery Counselor - Peer Support (Reentry)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$22.89 - $26.32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... Sheriff's Office (CCSO) to support individuals with Severe Mental Illness who are at risk of ... Educate and assist clients with applying for entitlements; i.e. Supplemental Security Income ...

... with the Sheriffs of Counties, including the power to make arrests on view or by warrants of ... Write reports and memos and conduct record checks * Assist in training new personnel and police ...

Engineer I

Waukegan, IL · On-site

$33.41/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... wiring; assist electrician with repair and maintenance tasks. * Locate, request, and order ... Must have approved LEADS access to Sheriff's Office and Courts secured areas at all times. * All ...

Engineer I

Waukegan, IL · On-site

$33.41/hr

... wiring; assist electrician with repair and maintenance tasks. Locate, request, and order ... Must have approved LEADS access to Sheriff's Office and Courts secured areas at all times. All ...

Essential Tasks * Assist in implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the workplace to ensure ... Coordinate with any outside emergency agency, Fire, Police, Sheriff, OSHA, etc. Develops, evaluates ...

Essential Tasks * Assist in implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the workplace to ensure ... Coordinate with any outside emergency agency, Fire, Police, Sheriff, OSHA, etc. Develops, evaluates ...

Essential Tasks * Assist in implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the workplace to ensure ... Coordinate with any outside emergency agency, Fire, Police, Sheriff, OSHA, etc. Develops, evaluates ...

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Sheriffs Assistant information

What is the difference between Sheriffs Assistant vs Deputy Sheriff?

AspectSheriffs AssistantDeputy Sheriff
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, some law enforcement trainingHigh school diploma, law enforcement academy certification
Work EnvironmentClerical, administrative support, patrol assistancePatrol, law enforcement duties, on-site enforcement
Employer & Industry UsageCounty sheriff's offices, law enforcement agenciesCounty sheriff's offices, law enforcement agencies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Sheriffs Assistants primarily support law enforcement through administrative tasks and patrol assistance, while Deputy Sheriffs perform active law enforcement duties, including patrol and enforcement. Both roles are essential in sheriff's offices but differ in responsibilities and required credentials.

What are popular job titles related to Sheriffs Assistant jobs in Chicago, IL?

For Sheriffs Assistant jobs in Chicago, IL, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Litigation Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Richards

Homer Glen, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago


Job description

Significant and Relevant Legal Experience Required.
This is a Full-Time position, Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm.
Position Summary:
As a highly organized, senior-level Legal Assistant, be prepared to hit the ground running as you will be responsible for providing full administrative support for the Company's Legal Department. This position will handle highly confidential and sensitive materials pertaining to litigation and legal matters that involve or affect the Company. This individual will primarily work independently, but also cooperatively with General Counsel and department staff to provide the highest level of service possible to the Company by taking a proactive, problem-solving approach to all matters.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Drafting and proofreading legal correspondence, pleadings and motions;
  • Drafting, issuing and answering discovery and subpoenas;
  • Drafting, filing and managing post-judgment proceedings, citations, rules to show cause and sheriff sales;

Secondary Responsibilities:
  • Preparing mechanics lien notices, releases, final waivers, bond claims;
  • Drafting and filing Annual Reports, memoranda, resolutions, corporate governance documents;
  • Drafting Commercial Real Estate Agreements for lease, purchase and sale.

Administrative Responsibilities:
  • Maintain, record and file all legal documentation;
  • Prepare and timely dispatch certified mailings and emails;
  • Track and ensure that all deadlines are met utilizing;
  • Manage tasks given by General Counsel and Senior Legal Assistant;
  • Facilitate prompt, efficient and professional communication with employees, service providers and business partners.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Possess a strong command of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
  • Litigation experience - Corporate, Contract, Real Estate.
  • Minimum of 7 years relevant legal experience. Workman's Comp, Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice experience not considered.
  • Certification as a legal assistant or paralegal preferred.

Key Success Factors:
  • Possess maturity, sound judgment and professionalism to manage confidential Company matters and work effectively in a fast-paced work environment;
  • Possess a strong work ethic to work independently and efficiently, understanding assignments and meeting deadlines, etc.;
  • Exhibit a high degree of organization, productivity and self-discipline;
  • Possess great pride in the accuracy and quality of one's work product;
  • Strong communication skills having the ability to communicate with Company Managers and Executives. We are a family focused company which has spent the last 40 years building a thriving and profitable wholesale distribution organization, as well as invaluable business relationships. We hire ambitious individuals who are looking for a long-term career where advancement, reward and recognition are achieved through initiative, leadership and individual contribution and accomplishment.
  • This Legal Assistant opportunity is a full-time, based on a 40 hour per week schedule with excellent benefits including paid vacation, a full health package and a 401K plan with company contributions. Please submit your resume if you meet or exceed the qualifications and would like the opportunity to join our successful and dynamic organization.

Company Overview:
We are a family focused company which has spent the last 40 years building a thriving and profitable wholesale distribution organization, as well as invaluable business relationships. We hire ambitious individuals who are looking for a long-term career where advancement, reward and recognition are achieved through initiative, leadership and individual contribution and accomplishment.
This Legal Assistant opportunity is a full-time, based on a 40 hour per week schedule with excellent benefits including paid vacation, a full health package and a 401K plan with company contributions. Please submit your resume if you meet or exceed the qualifications and would like the opportunity to join our successful and dynamic organization.
*Along with the pre-employment background and drug screen testing, the interview process for this position will also include a skills assessment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.