SENIOR ATTORNEY - 55013497

About the role

The Florida Department of Transportation seeks a Senior Attorney to represent the Department in all phases of administrative proceedings under Chapter 120, Florida Statutes.

Responsibilities

• Represents the Department in all phases of administrative proceedings under Chapter 120, Florida Statutes, including pre- and post-hearing matters, discovery, pleadings, motion hearings, public meetings, negotiations, settlement conferences, bid protest litigation, access management, and other legal matters.
• Represents the Department in court proceedings.
• Provides legal assistance and advice to Department offices, as assigned, and advises responsible personnel in those offices regarding their legal powers and duties, how the law effects their operations, and the implementation of policies and rules.
• Advises responsible Department personnel regarding the adoption of the most appropriate rules to accomplish their duties, drafts rule language, conducts hearings if requested, and assists with correspondence associated with such rulemaking.
• Identifies the need for rulemaking and provides advice to affected Department offices that rules should be adopted, amended, or repealed.

Qualifications

• Must be a member of The Florida Bar.

Benefits

• Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
• $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
• Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
• State of Florida retirement package
• 10 paid holidays a year
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Career advancement opportunities
• Tuition waiver for public college courses
• A variety of training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pay

Annual Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00

Schedule

Not specified