State of Florida-posted 3 days ago
$90,000 - $95,000/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Onsite • Tallahassee, FL
1,001-5,000 employees

The Florida Gaming Control Commission (“the Commission”) is responsible for exercising all regulatory and executive powers of the state with respect to legal gaming, including pari-mutuel wagering, cardrooms, slot machine facilities, oversight of gaming compacts, and other forms of gambling authorized by state law, excluding the Lottery, as well as directly enforcing Florida’s gaming laws and combatting illegal gambling activities. The agency is overseen by five Commissioners who are appointed by the Governor, with Commissioners appointing an Executive Director who leads a team of nearly 200 staff members. The mission of the Florida Gaming Control Commission is to preserve and protect the integrity of gaming activities through fair regulation, licensing, effective criminal investigation, and enforcement. The Commission offers a supportive work environment that fosters growth and collaboration. The Office of the General Counsel for the Florida Gaming Control Commission is seeking a highly motivated attorney to serve as Special Counsel and Informal Hearing Officer.

  • providing legal counsel to the Office of the Commissioners regarding the Sunshine Law, including public meeting requirements and public records requests
  • drafting rules and advising the Commission on the rulemaking process
  • serving as an informal hearing officer in regulatory cases brought by the Office of the General Counsel on behalf of the Division of Pari-Mutuel Wagering
  • Skill in drafting legal documents
  • Skill in managing multiple complex cases
  • Ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
  • Ability to prioritize work
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Ability to conduct legal research
  • Ability to make oral presentations in court and in large groups
  • Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
  • Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to manage a litigation case load
  • Ability to recognize and act on emerging issues and shifting priorities
  • Ability to adapt to changing work volume and variety and work efficiently under stressful situations
  • Ability to travel
  • Admission to the Florida Bar
  • Two (2) years of professional experience in the practice of law, legal research, teaching law or in administrative or judicial hearings
  • A valid driver's license
  • Experience with Florida’s Administrative Procedure Act.
  • Low premium health, dental, vision, life, and supplemental coverage options!
  • Paid personal time, which includes annual leave, sick leave, nine paid holidays, and one personal holiday!
  • Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and more!
  • Family planning support that includes adoption benefits and paid/unpaid leave options for family and medical responsibilities!
  • Retirement plans that include employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com)!
  • Deferred compensation plans!
  • FREE basic life insurance plus additional options for you, your spouse, and your children!
  • Flexible Spending Accounts!
  • Tuition waivers!
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