SENIOR ATTORNEY - 80080507

State of Florida • West Palm Beach, FL

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking a Senior Attorney to advocate for the Department in delinquency court, provide legal advice and training to personnel, and initiate and represent the Department in Child in Need of Services (CINS) cases. This role also involves providing legal oversight of Family in Need of Services (FINS) cases, acting as a liaison with Circuit Courts and stakeholders, analyzing statutes and regulations, and completing legislative bill analysis. The position is an anticipated vacancy and training will be provided. Prior juvenile law experience is not necessary. All prospective candidates will be subject to a sex offender check, criminal background checks, and pre-employment drug screening. DJJ participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (JD) is required.
• Membership in the Florida Bar in good standing.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as practicing attorney.
• Able to travel to counties within South Florida region for court hearings and training purposes as needed.
• Valid driver's license is required. If initially hired with an out-of-state license, the Florida resident must obtain a valid Florida state drivers license within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Prior juvenile law experience is not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for the Department in delinquency court when needed.
• Provide legal advice and training to Department personnel pertaining to delinquency issues.
• Responsible for initiating litigation of Fla. Stat. Ch. 984 Child in Need of Services (CINS) cases and representing the Department in CINS hearings.
• Provide legal oversight of pre-litigation Family in Need of Services (FINS) cases as needed.
• Liaison with Circuit Courts and stakeholders.
• Analyze statutes, rules, and federal regulations.
• Complete legislative bill analysis as assigned.

Benefits

• Telework eligible.
• No weekend or overnight duty.
• Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday per year.
• Four weeks paid vacation per year.
• Paid sick leave.
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, supplemental insurance.
• State retirement plan options.

What This Job Offers

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