872621 - SENIOR ATTORNEY - 40020231

The Work You Will Do

The equal opportunity officer is responsible for the development and coordination of the Department’s equal opportunity and affirmative action programs and for the development and implementation of the Department’s civil rights compliance monitoring and technical assistance programs. These responsibilities entail coordination with department units as well as the regional workforce boards to ensure compliance with the nondiscrimination regulations applicable to recipients of federal financial assistance. This responsibility extends to all areas: application for employment; application for programs and services; and program participation and service delivery.

Some out-of-town travel may be necessary.

The equal opportunity officer is accountable for the fulfillment of equal-opportunity requirements and achievement of employment objectives established by the Department in compliance with federal and state laws and implementing regulations. The equal opportunity officer is also responsible for ensuring that appropriate training opportunities are available to Department staff, at all grade levels and in all occupational areas, on a nondiscriminatory basis and that civil rights program-related training is an integral part of the Department and other recipient programs.

The difference you will make:

• Furthers Florida’s economic vision by providing support that enhances the economy and develops, safe, and healthy communities.
• Mets customer/client expectations with an emphasis on responsiveness, quality, quantity, and timeliness of work.
• Provides information clearly, accurately, and succinctly; and exhibits good listening skills.
• Works collaboratively to optimize the effectiveness of FloridaCommerce’s available resources and tools.
• Uses knowledge acquired through education, training, or experience to complete tasks.

How You Will Grow

FloridaCommerce encourages its employees to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. Trainings are made available throughout the year and on request with the Office of Training and Development within the Bureau of Human Resource Management.

The Difference You Will Make

The Department’s Office of General Counsel works closely with the Department’s divisions and various program areas to provide legal assistance and advice that is responsive to the specific needs of the Department, division, or program area. The Office of General Counsel serves the entire Department in many different capacities including rendering legal advice and opinions to Department staff in the areas of Economic Development, Community Development, Workforce Services, Human Resources, Reemployment Assistance, and Finance and Administration.

Pay

$83,000 – $90,000 Annually

Qualifications

• A Juris Doctor from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.
• At least one (1) year of experience practicing law.
• Must be an active member of The Florida Bar in good standing and eligible to practice law.
• As a condition of pre-employment eligibility, a Level 2 security background screening is required, which consists of fingerprinting and a check of local, state, and national law enforcement records.