Assistant County Attorney
About The Position
The Volusia County Attorney’s office is seeking applicants for one full-time position of Assistant County Attorney as part of our litigation team. This position will be responsible for professional legal work as a member of the County's legal staff representing divisions, advising administrative officials, and conducting civil suits. The applicant must be a member of the Florida Bar. No outside practice is permitted. The County is involved in a wide variety of state and federal litigation. Candidates must demonstrate excellent research and writing skills, and familiarity with state and federal rules of evidence and civil procedure.
Requirements
- Possession of a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school and be an active member of the Florida Bar.
- No outside practice is permitted.
- Must possess a valid driver’s Florida license at time of hire and maintain thereafter.
- Knowledge of judicial procedures.
- Knowledge of State statutory and State and Federal constitutional law, and their application to County operations and ordinances.
- Ability to learn the organization, functions and authority of the various County departments.
- Ability to present and argue cases in court.
- Ability to analyze cases for their value as legal precedent.
- Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with County administrative officials, employees, court officials, attorneys, and the general public.
- Ability to work under stressful conditions.
- Ability to interact effectively with others.
- Ability to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs.
Nice To Haves
- Excellent research and writing skills
- Familiarity with state and federal rules of evidence and civil procedure
Responsibilities
- Represent the County in various legal proceedings in state and federal court, ranging from liability defense, civil rights, workers’ compensation and defense of County actions.
- Advises officials and employees on legal questions and prepares legal opinions.
- Gathers facts, checks investigation reports, reviews files, and answers correspondence.
- Participates in the preparation of assigned State and Federal cases for trial.
- Conducts discovery, prepares briefs and pleadings, and supervises investigations.
- Represents the County in trials and appeals.
- Explains and interprets ordinances and case law.
- Provides legal advice to various operating divisions.
- Attends work on a regular and consistent basis.
- Must adhere to Federal, State, County and Local ordinances.
- Responds to emergency situations.
- Performs related work as required.
Benefits
- Volusia County is a drug free workplace
- Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce
- Veterans' preference in accordance with federal, state, local laws
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
