SENIOR ATTORNEY - 64085556
About The Position
The Florida Department of Health’s Prosecution Services Unit (PSU), the legal enforcement arm of the Division of Medical Quality Assurance, is hiring a Senior Attorney to help protect public health and ensure high standards of medical practice in Florida. The attorney works with healthcare licensure boards and litigates cases through final resolution, including administrative proceedings and matters before the Division of Administrative Hearings. The position is based at the Department of Health’s Tallahassee headquarters. It offers the opportunity to earn up to 24 hours of free continuing legal education annually in administrative litigation and general practice. The role requires a security background check and/or drug screening, direct-deposit participation, and the ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing. Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duties before, during, or beyond normal work hours or days.
Requirements
- Law degree (LL.B. or J.D.).
- Five years of professional experience in the practice of law.
- Must be a member of the Florida Bar within 12 months of appointment.
- At least two years of active legal practice in Florida.
- Commitment to excellence, integrity, and public service.
- Ability to learn and communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
- Successful completion of applicable security background check and/or drug screening; participation in direct deposit.
Responsibilities
- Independently review case files, develop legal opinions, and prepare probable cause recommendations, including administrative complaints and closing orders.
- Present cases before healthcare licensure boards across Florida for final disciplinary action.
- Represent the Department before the Division of Administrative Hearings and manage litigation from trial preparation through post-hearing pleadings.
- Manage an inventory of cases to ensure timely and effective resolution in compliance with statutory requirements.
- Respond to public records requests and inquiries from counsel, respondents, members of the public, and other agencies regarding ongoing cases.
Benefits
- Annual and sick leave benefits.
- Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year.
- State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Tuition waivers.
- Up to 24 hours per year of free continuing legal education credit.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
