Executive Assistant

Position Description The Office of State Public Defender (OSPD) will be created as an independent office within the judicial branch on January 1, 2027. The 2025 FAIR Act, Public Act 104-0300, created the Office to provide for an effective public defense system throughout the State of Illinois. OSPD is charged with implementing uniform standards for trial-level public defense; systematically evaluating local needs and capacity; offering specialized support to local jurisdictions (i.e., investigation, mitigation, and expert witness assistance); and establishing clear and equitable procedures for distributing the Public Defender Fund, among other duties to ensure consistent, equitable, and high-quality defense services.

The Executive Assistant is a senior advisor supporting the State Public Defender and senior management of Office State Public Defender (OSPD). This position supports State Public Defender and leadership by coordinating internal operations, managing information flow, and aiding in policy and system development. Operating with a high degree of independence and discretion, the Executive Assistant exercises sound professional judgment under the general guidance of the State Public Defender.