SENIOR ATTORNEY - 67016588 1

State of Florida • Pensacola, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) is a consumer-oriented agency responsible for supporting individuals with unique abilities and their families in living, learning, and working within their communities by creating multiple pathways to possibilities. The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) at APD is dedicated to providing sound and thorough legal guidance with a high degree of professionalism and ethics, with respect and understanding for the individuals and families the Agency serves. The OGC is committed to the goal of providing the highest possible quality representation to our client. The OGC offers a unique opportunity to enrich your administrative law experience and expand your knowledge in multiple areas of the law, that includes appearance in criminal and civil court, contractual disputes, and cases involving human resources and personnel litigation. There are pathways for promotion for those who want to be leaders in the courtroom and for those who would rather be leaders in the office. As a tight-knit team of attorneys and staff, the OGC serves the broader legal needs of the Agency. This fosters a culture of teamwork, unity, and collaboration. Working for the OGC also provides the chance to maintain a healthy work-life balance, with flexibility and ample leave benefits. The Fair Hearing Attorney position is in the Office of the General Counsel, providing legal representation to APD in the areas of consumer services and supports and Medicaid-related litigation in various forums before the Department of Children and Families Office of Appeal Hearings, the Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH), as well as other state or appellate courts, as required. This role is critical to the Agency and requires coordination and communication with Agency staff, attorneys, consumers, and their representatives and caregivers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• One (1) year of human resources/personnel experience.
• Member of the Florida Bar in good standing.
• A valid Drivers’ License or other efficient means of transportation
• Knowledge and experience with: Public records and their exemptions, HIPAA, and laws and ethics in government.
• Knowledge of: Legal terminology.
• Knowledge of: Laws and legal procedure, including administrative procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of: Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to: Provide legal counsel and represent the Agency at the administrative level.
• Ability to: Perform legal research and prepare various legal documents.
• Ability to: Interpret state and federal legislation, laws, and rules.
• Ability to: Employ legal reasoning and to foresee possible legal problems.
• Ability to: Communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to: Engage in alternative dispute resolution.
• Ability to: Deal tactfully and courteously with the public, including unrepresented litigants.
• Ability to: Plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments independently.
• Ability to: Conduct meetings and to make presentations.
• Ability to: Travel
• Willingness and ability to: Learn and adapt to continually evolving software and technology.

Responsibilities

• Providing legal representation to APD in the areas of consumer services and supports and Medicaid-related litigation in various forums before the Department of Children and Families Office of Appeal Hearings, the Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH), as well as other state or appellate courts, as required.
• Process Request to Hire (RTH) and Request to Advertise (RTA) for assigned areas.
• Ensures compliance with the Agency’s Veterans’ Preference.
• Completes the onboarding process.
• Manages Background screening processes.
• Prepares and provides various reports.
• May require travel to surrounding counties for recruitment functions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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 other supplemental insurance options.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com).
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers.
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave.

What This Job Offers

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