SENIOR ATTORNEY

Responsibilities

The incumbent in this position provides legal services to the Department in evaluating and prosecuting violations of state law and administrative rules by licensees of the various professions regulated by the boards. Services are provided on an independent basis and reviewed through supervisor conferences and review of case files, reports, pleadings and orders.

Prepares recommended action for Probable Cause Panels to include dismissals, letters of guidance or Administrative Complaints; presents cases before the probable cause panels.

Drafts pleadings, discovery and legal memoranda; represents the Department before the Division of Administrative Hearings and in Circuit Court. Provides timely and professional representation in all aspects of litigation including timely trial preparation; motions practice; presentation of the case at hearing or trial; preparation of post hearing pleadings in accordance with statute and rule.

Maintains case files, reviews investigative and legal files; timely responds to public records requests, inquiries from counsel, requests pursuant to Chapter 456, Florida Statutes, and other agencies regarding current cases.

Prepares and presents cases for final action before the boards.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, knowledge of rulemaking authority and process; knowledge of civil and administrative proceedings and procedures, ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Qualifications

Minimum: Juris Doctorate from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association. Must become a member of the Florida Bar within 12 months of appointment to a position in this class.

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values

Mission: To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision: To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

• Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
• Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
• Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
• Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
• Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work

Florida Department of Health

2585 Merchants Row Boulevard, Suite 215

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

Security and Background Check

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check. Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Compliance with Selective Services

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov

Form I-9 Compliance

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.

Emergency Duty

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

English Proficiency

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative