Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor

Tractor Supply Company

4d • Remote

About The Position

The Florida Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor (TSRP) is a grant-funded, remote position within the Florida Department of Transportation State Safety Office. The role supports prosecutors, State Attorney’s Offices, and law enforcement in effectively prosecuting impaired driving cases, working alongside another TSRP and reporting to the Traffic Safety Administrator. Day-to-day, you’ll be responsible for: Implementing the direction of the Florida TSRP Program as designated by the Florida Department of Transportation State Safety Office (FDOT). Assisting in drafting yearly concept papers and budgets, annual subgrants, quarterly reports, subgrant paperwork, and budgets. Assessing training needs of prosecutors and State Attorney’s Offices, with an emphasis on effective prosecution of impaired driving cases. Coordinating and developing Driving Under the Influence (DUI) training seminars, including agendas, content, instructor personnel, locations, and logistics. Preparing and presenting lectures on DUI law, trial issues, and related concepts. Maintaining and continuously updating the Florida TSRP website for prosecutors and law enforcement officers on traffic issues, alcohol and drug impaired driving prosecution, and related topics. Providing technical assistance to prosecutors and law enforcement officers, including answering legal questions, acting as a clearinghouse for materials and research, creating and distributing legal memorandums on current issues, and offering legal opinions on the impact of proposed legislation on DUI prosecutions. Providing in-court technical assistance to State Attorney’s Offices by assisting with defense challenges in DUI prosecution cases during pre- and post-trial hearings and trials, as time permits. Working with law enforcement agencies to explain prosecutorial policies, answering legal and case law interpretation questions related to impaired driving, fostering collaboration, and strengthening enforcement and prosecution strategies. Lecturing law enforcement, impaired driving, and related seminars and conferences. Attending prosecutor, law enforcement, and impaired driving-related seminars to staying current on traffic safety training techniques and emerging issues. Developing and maintaining working relationships with the Florida Department of Transportation State Safety Office (FDOT), Tallahassee State College (TSC), and partner organizations such as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), National Association of Prosecuting Coordinators (NAPC), National Traffic Law Center (NTLC), other TSRPs, and traffic safety advocates nationwide.

Requirements

• A Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university.
• At least two (2) years of professional experience as an Assistant State Attorney (ASA) in impaired driving prosecution.
• Licensure as an attorney and be a member of the Florida Bar in good standing.
• The ability to work a flexible schedule with frequent evening and weekend work and travel, based on State Attorney’s Offices assistance needs.
• The main area of responsibility for this position is north Florida, however the position will work with State Attorney’s Offices around the state and must be able to travel around the state of Florida.
• Upon appointment, the incumbent must reside in or north of central Florida.

Responsibilities

• Implementing the direction of the Florida TSRP Program as designated by the Florida Department of Transportation State Safety Office (FDOT).
• Assisting in drafting yearly concept papers and budgets, annual subgrants, quarterly reports, subgrant paperwork, and budgets.
• Assessing training needs of prosecutors and State Attorney’s Offices, with an emphasis on effective prosecution of impaired driving cases.
• Coordinating and developing Driving Under the Influence (DUI) training seminars, including agendas, content, instructor personnel, locations, and logistics.
• Preparing and presenting lectures on DUI law, trial issues, and related concepts.
• Maintaining and continuously updating the Florida TSRP website for prosecutors and law enforcement officers on traffic issues, alcohol and drug impaired driving prosecution, and related topics.
• Providing technical assistance to prosecutors and law enforcement officers, including answering legal questions, acting as a clearinghouse for materials and research, creating and distributing legal memorandums on current issues, and offering legal opinions on the impact of proposed legislation on DUI prosecutions.
• Providing in-court technical assistance to State Attorney’s Offices by assisting with defense challenges in DUI prosecution cases during pre- and post-trial hearings and trials, as time permits.
• Working with law enforcement agencies to explain prosecutorial policies, answering legal and case law interpretation questions related to impaired driving, fostering collaboration, and strengthening enforcement and prosecution strategies.
• Lecturing law enforcement, impaired driving, and related seminars and conferences.
• Attending prosecutor, law enforcement, and impaired driving-related seminars to staying current on traffic safety training techniques and emerging issues.
• Developing and maintaining working relationships with the Florida Department of Transportation State Safety Office (FDOT), Tallahassee State College (TSC), and partner organizations such as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), National Association of Prosecuting Coordinators (NAPC), National Traffic Law Center (NTLC), other TSRPs, and traffic safety advocates nationwide.

Benefits

• Comprehensive State of Florida benefits, including retirement through the Florida Retirement System.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A generous leave policy, including 11 federally paid holidays.
• Tuition waivers and tuition reimbursement programs for continuous learning.
• Free access to TSC athletics, fine arts, and performing arts events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level