SENIOR ATTORNEY (WT: ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL) - 76003691

State of Florida•Tallahassee, FL

12d•$72,000

About The Position

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) provides highway safety and security through excellence in service, education, and enforcement. With a workforce of approximately 4,500 employees throughout the state, the Department is leading the way to A Safer Florida through the efficient and professional execution of its core mission: the issuance of driver licenses, vehicle tags and titles, and operation of the Florida Highway Patrol. If you're seeking employment with a meaningful mission, opportunities for skill growth and career advancement, competitive medical and life insurance, retirement benefits, ample vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, and educational assistance, consider building your career at FLHSMV! This Assistant General Counsel position reports directly to the Chief Counsel of Driver Licenses. As the Assistant General Counsel, you will represent the Department in trial and appellate work in civil and administrative cases, including at the Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH). This position will be responsible for preparing administrative complaints, pleadings, briefs, and attending court hearings incidental to these cases. This position also prepares responses to appeals, including petitions for writ of certiorari.

Requirements

Proficiency in civil, appellate, and administrative litigation.
Excellent writing and communication skills.
Knowledge of Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, and Federal laws, rules, and regulations.
Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate resolution options and implement solutions.
Ability to use relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
The position you are applying is subject to a Level 2 background check, along with Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) clearance, to include a fingerprint-based check of the criminal records of the FBI, as a condition of employment pursuant to Chapter 110.1127, 435 and 943, Florida Statutes.
This position requires the incumbent to have and maintain a valid driver’s license in good standing. This means there can be no cancellations, suspensions, or revocations for a minimum of three years prior to employment and for the duration of employment. There can be no more than three chargeable crashes or any violation of Chapter 316, Florida Statutes, during any consecutive three-year period prior to and throughout employment.
The selected applicant must be a member of The Florida Bar in good standing.
Travel, to include overnight travel, may be required.

Nice To Haves

At least two (2) years of litigation, administrative or appellate experience or a combination of all three.
Assistant State Attorneys and Assistant Public Defenders are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Represent the Department in trial and appellate work in civil and administrative cases, including at the Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH).
Preparing administrative complaints, pleadings, briefs, and attending court hearings incidental to these cases.
Preparing responses to appeals, including petitions for writ of certiorari.