STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE 18TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT STATE ATTORNEY-OVER MILLION - 21008708

State of Florida • Sanford, FL

1d • $70,000

About The Position

Assistant State Attorney
Office of the State Attorney, 18th Judicial Circuit Sanford, FL
Salary: 70,000 Annually
Location: Seminole County

Attorney Qualifications:

Possess a law degree from an accredited law school
Member of The Florida Bar in good standing
Knowledge of criminal laws and procedures
Ability to manage a high-volume caseload
Commitment to public service and protecting the rights of victims

Summary of Duties:

Applicants must have knowledge and ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both oral and in writing.
Prosecutorial criminal casework.
Conduct legal research and writing.
Conduct depositions and interview witnesses, victims, and law enforcement to prepare cases for prosecution.
Trial work includes case preparation, jury selection, examining and cross-examining witnesses, opening statements, and closing arguments for trial.
Proficient management of casework.
The ability to use office computer software and equipment.

Desired Skills:

The successful candidate will have the ability to efficiently multitask in a fast-paced environment and present a professional and helpful demeanor.
Applicants should have Microsoft Office experience including Word and Excel.

Requirements

• Possess a law degree from an accredited law school
• Member of The Florida Bar in good standing
• Knowledge of criminal laws and procedures
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload
• Commitment to public service and protecting the rights of victims
• Applicants must have knowledge and ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both oral and in writing.
• The ability to use office computer software and equipment.

Nice To Haves

• The successful candidate will have the ability to efficiently multitask in a fast-paced environment and present a professional and helpful demeanor.
• Applicants should have Microsoft Office experience including Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prosecutorial criminal casework.
• Conduct legal research and writing.
• Conduct depositions and interview witnesses, victims, and law enforcement to prepare cases for prosecution.
• Trial work includes case preparation, jury selection, examining and cross-examining witnesses, opening statements, and closing arguments for trial.
• Proficient management of casework.

Benefits

• Training provided
• Annual and sick leave benefits
• Paid holidays and your Birthday off each year
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plan options; including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending accounts
• Tuition Waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree