AAG-Assistant Attorney General - Privacy and Data Security Unit

Salary: $82,000.00 - $107,550.00 Annually

Location : Chicago, IL

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 25-AAG-CON-PRI-CHI

Administration: Chief Deputy - Attorney General

Bureau: Consumer Protection Division

Opening Date: 11/13/2025

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

The Consumer Fraud Bureau enforces the Illinois Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act (815 ILCS 505/1et. seq). The Act's purpose, according to its preamble, is "to protect consumers and borrowers and businessmen against fraud, unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices in the conduct of any trade or commerce The Bureau carries out its mandate by conducting investigations and, when appropriate, filing enforcement actions in state or federal court to stop fraudulent, unfair or deceptive practices. The Bureau periodically collaborates with other government and law enforcement agencies, attorneys and advocacy groups on public policy and other matters of law as it pertains to consumer protection. The Bureau also drafts legislation and rules, and participates in events to educate the community on emerging consumer problems and issues.

The Privacy and Data Security Unit within the Consumer Fraud Bureau researches and investigates privacy, technology, and data security related issues and brings enforcement actions where appropriate. The Unit also provides internal support to the Office and Chief Privacy Officer concerning the development and implementation of privacy and data security measures to protect the sensitive information the Office of the Attorney General receives and maintains.

Qualifications

Candidates must be licensed to practice law by the State of Illinois at the time of application. Strong interest and experience in investigation, litigation, and/or public policy relating to privacy, technology, and/or data security is preferred, particularly with regards to consumer protection issues.

Supplemental Information

Salary: Salaries are commensurate with number of years of practice as a licensed attorney and range from $ 82,000 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. Inouye

Office of the Illinois Attorney General

115 S. LaSalle St.

Chicago, IL 60603

(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 System

Deferred Compensation: supplemental retirement savings program-457k

Commuter Savings Program: pre-tax transportation program

Flexible Spending: Medical and Dependent pre-tax savings program

Life insurance benefit: free with option to purchase additional (up to 8 x your annual salary) at low cost. Spouse and child life insurance available

Disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program through ComPsych

Holidays: 13 1/2 paid

Vacation days: minimum of 12 days, maximum of 27 days, prorated

Personal days: 4 annually

Floating Holiday: 1 annually

Sick days: 1 per month

For attorneys, office provided Continuing Legal Education

Semi-monthly payroll

*Health and Dental cost ranges: for single: $120.00 - $321.00 monthly; for family: $293.00 - $68.50 monthly

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