[Hiring] EXECUTIVE SENIOR ATTORNEY @State of Florida

Role Description

The incumbent in this position provides legal representation to the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (Agency) under the direction of the Deputy General Counsel.

The Work You Will Do:

• Represents the Agency in litigation in various forums to include state trial and appellate courts, federal trial and appellate courts, and state and federal administrative forums.
• Conducts legal research, interprets statutes, reviews regulations, rules and operating procedures, and provides legal advice and opinions to area offices as directed by the Deputy General Counsel.
• Serves as the Employment / Personnel Law Attorney advising the Agency on Personnel and Employment matters.
• Represents the Agency in FCHR/EEOC complaints, garnishment proceedings, PERC appeals, arbitration proceedings, and background screening exemption hearings.
• Provides legal counsel in the areas of employment or contract law and other duties assigned by the Deputy General Counsel.
• Monitors litigation assigned to outside counsel, providing legal opinions and direction.
• Performs a variety of complicated legal services and provides legal advice and guidance on complex Agency issues.
• Responds to oral and written requests from Agency personnel as directed by the Deputy General Counsel.
• Conducts legal research, interprets statutes, reviews regulations, rules and operating procedures as necessary in carrying out duties and responsibilities.
• Works with Agency personnel in developing legislation, reviewing proposed legislation, implementing new legislation, and reviewing existing statutes for proposing any needed legislation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Member of the Florida Bar in Good Standing with a minimum of 2 (two) years of experience as an Attorney.
• Must be able to travel for work purposes.
• Valid Driver’s License or other reliable means of transportation.

Requirements

• Knowledge of electronic case research and legal document preparation.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, Medicaid Law, The Sunshine Law, and laws and ethics in government.
• Knowledge of court, administrative and legal procedure.
• Knowledge and experience of the law regarding public records and its exemptions.
• Ability to communicate with and train non-legal personnel.
• Demonstrate skills in research and writing.

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.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers.
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave.
• For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .