STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 1ST CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT STATE ATTORNEY - 21015201

State of Florida • FORT WALTON BEACH, FL

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About The Position

The State Attorney’s Office for Florida’s First Judicial Circuit is hiring an Assistant State Attorney to prosecute crimes committed in Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, and Walton counties. The position is associated with Okaloosa / Fort Walton Beach. Prosecutors manage a large caseload, appear frequently in court, and prosecute numerous trials. Senior attorneys provide training and mentoring. The office describes this as an opportunity to develop as a trial attorney.

The minimum entry-level annual salary is $80,000, commensurate with experience. The posting states that this salary, together with the benefits package, is comparable to $131,070 annually. Benefits include State of Florida employee retirement and insurance options, paid holidays, and paid leave.

Employment involves professional interaction with the public, law enforcement staff, and office staff. Applicants considered for employment must pass a background check, including fingerprinting, and provide proof of identity and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States. The State of Florida is a drug-free workplace, and employees are subject to reasonable-suspicion drug testing.

Requirements

• Be a member in good standing of the Florida Bar.
• Have a strong interest in courtroom litigation.
• Have excellent communication and critical-thinking skills.
• Be able to work independently and as a team member.
• Pass a background check, including fingerprinting.
• Provide proof of identity and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated interest in litigation and/or criminal law through coursework and internships.
• Prosecutorial experience for applicants seeking lateral hiring.

Responsibilities

• Prepare criminal cases for prosecution, including conducting legal research, depositions, and interviews with witnesses, victims, and other parties to establish facts.
• Prepare detailed case work for presentation in jury and non-jury trials, including trial preparation and summation.
• Examine and cross-examine witnesses, defendants, and victims.
• Manage a large caseload, appear frequently in court, and prosecute trials.
• Interact professionally with the public, law enforcement staff, and office staff.
• Work independently and as a member of a team.

Benefits

• State of Florida employee retirement options.
• State of Florida employee insurance options.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed