Sr Government and Regulatory Affairs Attorney

FLORIDA ASSN CRT CLERKS•Tallahassee, FL

About The Position

The Sr Government and Regulatory Affairs Attorney supports and manages Court Operations and court and agency rules and administrative orders, while supporting best practices and legislative programs as needed. The role monitors and analyzes court opinions, administrative orders, agency rules, and policies established by federal, state, and local governments, agencies, and courts for the Association and Florida Clerks of Court and Comptrollers. Working with the Director of Government Relations and External Affairs, the Association General Counsel, and designated elected Clerk and Comptroller leads, the attorney assesses the operational impact of court opinions, orders, rules, and legislation. The position serves as a liaison to the Florida Court System and related councils, workgroups, and Florida Bar committees; develops implementation guidance; reviews proposed rule and legislative amendments; and provides legal research and recommendations. The attorney also supports Association committees and workgroups, leads statewide training needs related to operational changes, and develops training materials. Additional work includes preparing research and analysis, reports, presentations, communications, and other materials; maintaining professional relationships and providing high-quality customer service; and complying with organizational policies and procedures. The role may require extended hours with little or no advance notice.

Requirements

Advanced degree in Law.
At least 3 years of public administration, legislative, or legal experience.
Membership in The Florida Bar in good standing.
Practical knowledge of federal, state, and local government organizations and functions.
Ability to understand and interpret constitutional provisions, statutes, administrative rules, and legal precedents.
Ability to draft proposed court rule and legislative bill language, agency rules, and amendments.
Excellent written, verbal, communication, and editing skills, with the ability to manage time effectively.
Ability to organize large amounts of information and maintain accurate records.
Research and data-analysis skills, analytical thinking, and negotiation skills.
Ability to remain composed and work cooperatively under pressure with elected officials, Clerk and Comptroller attorneys and staff, government branch staff, and the public.
Ability to work objectively and impartially with members of all political parties and on policy issues.
Ability to present information clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Ability and willingness to work independently and as a team member, with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
Organization, interpersonal skills, patience, diplomacy, tact, and the ability to compromise while maintaining resolve as circumstances and priorities dictate.
Ability to deal with people and adapt and react quickly to changing circumstances.
Ability and willingness to work an extended schedule and extra hours with little or no advance notice.
Ability to use a personal computer and peripheral equipment in a Windows environment, including Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Word.
Ability to use FACC Services Group software and online research tools, including LobbyTools, StateNet, legislative databases, legal research databases, and national research tools; training will be provided.

Nice To Haves

Legal background and familiarity with Florida’s legislative, rule-making, and judicial processes and structure are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze state and federal court opinions and administrative orders, agency rules, and legislation for their operational impact on the Association and Florida Clerks of Court and Comptrollers.
Work with the Director of Government Relations and External Affairs, Association General Counsel, and designated elected Clerk and Comptroller leads on legal and operational analysis.
Serve as an Association liaison to the Florida Court System, including courts, councils, workgroups, and Florida Bar committees and workgroups.
Lead analysis and develop implementation guidance for court opinions, orders, and legislation affecting or potentially affecting Clerk of Court or Association operations.
Review proposed amendments to court and agency rules and provide action items and recommendations; draft comments on rules and legislation as needed.
Provide legal research to the Director of Government Relations and External Affairs and other Association departments as needed.
Provide staff support to the Association’s Court Operations and Best Practices committees and workgroups, and other Association committees and workgroups as needed.
Lead statewide training needs for Clerk and Comptroller operational issues arising from new or amended rules or legislation, and help develop and facilitate training curricula.
Conduct legal research and analysis and prepare reports, talk sheets, presentations, and other materials for Clerks and Comptrollers and the Association.
Edit and develop outgoing documents and communications as needed.
Communicate professionally with coworkers, management, staff, Clerk and Comptroller offices, the public, and others; respond promptly to calls and correspondence.
Provide high-quality customer service to internal and external customers and follow applicable regulations, policies, procedures, and safety rules.
Develop research surveys and analyze their results.