State of Florida
GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 4TH CIRCUIT- HYBRID SENIOR ATTORNEY- 21020035
State of Florida, Tallahassee, Florida, United States,
GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 4TH CIRCUIT- HYBRID SENIOR ATTORNEY- 21020035
Date: Sep 14, 2024The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer.ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION AND THE OPPORTUNITYThe Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office is Florida’s award-winning, state-funded child advocacy organization that provides independent legal representation to abused, abandoned and neglected children in Florida’s dependency court proceedings.BENEFITS PACKAGETotal compensation inclusive of the benefits listed below is valued at a minimum of $93,137.24.EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS:State of Florida Retirement package – Pension or investment plan (3% employee contribution required)(9) Paid state holidays(1) Paid personal holiday(13) Paid sick leave days(176) Annual leave hoursLife insurance $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost to you for all FTE positions.Additional supplemental insurances are available such as dental, vision, disability, etc.Florida Bar annual dues are paid for by the Agency, contingent upon agency approvalPublic Loan Forgiveness ProgramNo State of Florida income tax for residents of FloridaState Tuition Waiver ProgramABOUT THE WORKThis position has the ability to be flexible for a remote work schedule after successful onboarding.Work is performed under the supervision of the Managing Attorney or his or her designee.Guardian ad Litem Attorneys are assigned by the Office to represent children and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.The work involves contact with people in stressful situations, and the incumbent must exercise discretion in dealing with confidential and extremely sensitive issues before the court.The incumbent reviews case files to identify legal issues, conducts an independent investigation of the facts of the case, researches and develops legal strategies for the cases, files pleadings, and motions, and attends court proceedings.The Senior Attorney represents, advocates, and negotiates for the assigned children inside and outside the courtroom.Incumbents in this class report directly to the Managing Attorney of their assigned Circuit for all activities related to the practice of law.ABOUT THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESPossession of legal skills and knowledge sufficient to represent the children appointed to the Office as evidenced by admission to The Florida Bar.Knowledge of juvenile law, including relevant rules of procedure and evidence, and guardian ad litem legal representation for children.Ability to communicate effectively and deal tactfully with individuals involved in litigation and stressful situations.Ability to utilize a personal computer, including software programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.ABOUT THE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSA valid Florida Driver’s License is required.Graduation from an accredited law school, membership in the Florida Bar and two years of experience in the practice of dependency or related law.Click on the
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icon.Complete the “mini” job application and
attach your current resume.Select
DUVAL COUNTY
for the job location.The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
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Date: Sep 14, 2024The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer.ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION AND THE OPPORTUNITYThe Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office is Florida’s award-winning, state-funded child advocacy organization that provides independent legal representation to abused, abandoned and neglected children in Florida’s dependency court proceedings.BENEFITS PACKAGETotal compensation inclusive of the benefits listed below is valued at a minimum of $93,137.24.EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS:State of Florida Retirement package – Pension or investment plan (3% employee contribution required)(9) Paid state holidays(1) Paid personal holiday(13) Paid sick leave days(176) Annual leave hoursLife insurance $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost to you for all FTE positions.Additional supplemental insurances are available such as dental, vision, disability, etc.Florida Bar annual dues are paid for by the Agency, contingent upon agency approvalPublic Loan Forgiveness ProgramNo State of Florida income tax for residents of FloridaState Tuition Waiver ProgramABOUT THE WORKThis position has the ability to be flexible for a remote work schedule after successful onboarding.Work is performed under the supervision of the Managing Attorney or his or her designee.Guardian ad Litem Attorneys are assigned by the Office to represent children and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.The work involves contact with people in stressful situations, and the incumbent must exercise discretion in dealing with confidential and extremely sensitive issues before the court.The incumbent reviews case files to identify legal issues, conducts an independent investigation of the facts of the case, researches and develops legal strategies for the cases, files pleadings, and motions, and attends court proceedings.The Senior Attorney represents, advocates, and negotiates for the assigned children inside and outside the courtroom.Incumbents in this class report directly to the Managing Attorney of their assigned Circuit for all activities related to the practice of law.ABOUT THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESPossession of legal skills and knowledge sufficient to represent the children appointed to the Office as evidenced by admission to The Florida Bar.Knowledge of juvenile law, including relevant rules of procedure and evidence, and guardian ad litem legal representation for children.Ability to communicate effectively and deal tactfully with individuals involved in litigation and stressful situations.Ability to utilize a personal computer, including software programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.ABOUT THE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSA valid Florida Driver’s License is required.Graduation from an accredited law school, membership in the Florida Bar and two years of experience in the practice of dependency or related law.Click on the
“Career Opportunities”
icon.Complete the “mini” job application and
attach your current resume.Select
DUVAL COUNTY
for the job location.The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
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