Assistant County Attorney
Polk County Board of County Commissioners•Bartow, FL
•Onsite
About The Position
Polk County is seeking an Assistant County Attorney I. This is a career opportunity to serve in a fast-paced local government law office. The successful candidate must have a positive attitude, be a self-starter, self-sufficient, and be able to perform with a minimum of supervision. The position does not allow for remote work, and regular attendance is an essential function of this position. The position may require reporting to work when a declaration of emergency has been declared by Polk County.
Requirements
- Zero (0) to three (3) years’ experience in the practice of law
- Membership in good standing with the Florida Bar Association is required prior to commencement of employment
- Candidates that have taken the Florida Bar Examination and are waiting for results will be considered
Nice To Haves
- Positive attitude
- Self-starter
- Self-sufficient
- Able to perform with a minimum of supervision
Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice to and review agenda matters from assigned divisions
- Attend, participate in, and make presentations at staff meetings, to competitive selection committees, lay boards, Special Magistrates, Land Use Hearing Officers, and the Board of County Commissioners
- Draft and negotiate contracts
- Extensive legal research
- Such other duties as may be assigned
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance
- 12 paid vacation days per year
- 8 holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
