STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 8TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT STATE ATTORNEY - 21011207

About the role

The State Attorney’s Office for the Eighth Judicial Circuit of Florida is responsible for the prosecution of all crimes committed in Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Gilchrist, Levy and Union counties. We are seeking Assistant State Attorneys that have good judgment and share the office’s mission to keep people safe by prosecuting those who disrupt our community and to ensure the pursuit of justice is done in a transparent, fair, and thoughtful way that maintains the trust of those we serve.

Responsibilities

Applicants must have a strong interest in courtroom litigation, with excellent communication and critical thinking skills. Attorney responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Prosecutorial criminal casework requiring preparation of legal documents, legal research, taking of depositions, and interviewing of witnesses, victims, and other parties to ascertain facts of case for prosecution.
• Trial work including case preparation for court presentation, examining and cross-examining witnesses/defendants/victims, and summarizing cases for presentation for jury and non-jury trials.
• Professional interaction with the public, law enforcement, and office staff.

Requirements

Duties of the position require professional interaction with the public, law enforcement, and office staff. Applicant must be able to work independently and as a team member.

Qualifications

The State Attorney's Office has a harassment-free workplace policy and professional conduct requirement. Employees must practice safe workplace procedures and follow policies and procedures regarding confidentiality and honesty. Employees must maintain satisfactory work attendance and job performance level. Entry-level minimum annual salary for attorneys is $70,000 and includes State of Florida retirement and insurance options, attorney benefits, paid holidays, and leave.

Benefits

The State Attorney's Office provides a drug-free workplace environment and reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Pay

Entry-level minimum annual salary for attorneys is $70,000.

Schedule

Not specified.