
Job Title: Leads Operator
Reports to: Administrative Supervisor
Grade: 14
Salary: $60,147
Level: Entry (This may vary for current employees only)
Location: 2650 S. California/Leighton Courthouse
Bureau: Administrative Services
Division/Unit: Leads
Application deadline: 11/20/2026
General Description: Conduct criminal background checks using LEADS system for and provide administrative support to the Assistant State’s Attorneys assigned to Central Bond Court.
Working Environment:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday 8:30am- 4:30pm, Saturday and Sunday 6am-2pm
Wednesday and Thursday off
Light Work: The position requires the ability to stand or walk frequently, often for extended periods. You may need to lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 20 pounds regularly, and occasionally heavier items. The job may also involve a significant amount of walking or standing relative to sedentary roles.
Duties and Responsibilities:
EEO Message: The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO) is an equal opportunity employer, which seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The CCSAO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Upon request, the CCSAO will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals due to a disability or pregnancy. The EEOP report can be found on our website at www.cookcountystatesattorney.org.
At Cook County, we believe in investing in you, our valued employee. We understand that your wellbeing directly impacts the quality of service we provide to our community. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial stability, and work-life balance. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:
Choose from a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans to best suit your lifestyle and needs. We provide a robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program, including vacation, personal, and sick leave, as well as 13 paid holidays. As a public service employer, our employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Our Employee Assistance Program offers confidential counseling and referral services to help you navigate life's challenges. And of course, a pension plan through Cook County.
Follow this link to the Cook County Benefits and this link to Cook County Pension Fund if you want to learn more about our amazing benefit coverage. The CCSAO does not provide relocation assistance.

With more than 700 attorneys, the Cook County State's Attorney's Office is the second-largest prosecutor's office in the nation. The CCSAO is responsible for the prosecution of all misdemeanor and felony crimes committed in Cook County, one of the largest counties in the United States. The CCSAO also serves as legal counsel for the government of Cook County and county office holders and employees, litigating Plaintiff and Defense oriented cases and providing legal counsel on a range of matters. Led by Judge Eileen O'Neill Burke, the CCSAO’s team of prosecutors has a passion for public service and has earned a national reputation for excellence in the pursuit of justice for the people we serve.
The CCSAO offers many rewarding and exciting opportunities in the following areas:
Criminal Prosecutions
• Felony Trial
• Sex Crimes Unit
• Special Prosecutions Bureau
• Juvenile Justice Bureau
• Narcotics Bureau
• Appeals Unit
Civil Actions Bureau
• Civil Rights
• Constitutional Law
• Labor and Employment
• Medical Malpractice
• Plaintiff-Side Torts
• Municipal Litigation
• State and Federal Litigation
Our program is highly competitive due to the hands-on, challenging and relevant work experience. There are opportunities for Assistant State's Attorneys, undergraduate interns, legal interns earning a paralegal certificate, law clerks, and recently graduated Secondments or Fellows. Please visit our careers page to download an application and learn more about applying to be part of the office.