Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor

Grant-funded, full-time position with the Florida Public Safety Institute, TSRP Program at Tallahassee State College.

About the role

The Florida Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor (TSRP) is a remote position funded by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) State Safety Office. The role involves working with a second TSRP within the state, reporting directly to the Traffic Safety Administrator at FDOT. Responsibilities include assisting prosecutors, State Attorney’s Offices, and law enforcement in the effective prosecution of impaired driving cases.

Responsibilities

• Implement the direction of the Florida TSRP Program as designated by the Florida Department of Transportation State Safety Office (FDOT).
• Assist in drafting yearly concept paper and budget, annual subgrant, quarterly reports, subgrant paperwork, and budget.
• Assess training needs of prosecutors and State Attorney’s Offices, with an emphasis on effective prosecution of impaired driving cases.
• Coordinate and develop Driving Under the Influence (DUI) training seminars, including agendas, content, instructor personnel, locations, and logistics.
• Prepare and present lectures on DUI law, trial issues, and related concepts.
• Maintain and continuously update the Florida TSRP website for prosecutors and law enforcement officers on traffic issues, alcohol and drug impaired driving prosecution, and other related issues.
• Provide technical assistance to prosecutors and law enforcement officers, including answering legal questions, acting as a clearinghouse for materials, studies, and articles on impaired driving, creating and distributing legal memorandums, and offering legal opinions on proposed legislation.
• Provide in-court technical assistance to State Attorney’s Offices in arguing defense challenges in DUI prosecution cases during pre/post-trial hearings and trials as time permits.
• Work with law enforcement agencies to explain prosecutorial policies, answer legal questions, and interpret caselaw regarding impaired driving to foster cooperation and strengthen strategies.
• Lecture at law enforcement, impaired driving, and related seminars and conferences.
• Attend prosecutor, law enforcement, and impaired driving-related seminars to stay current with traffic safety training techniques and issues.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with FDOT, Tallahassee State College, and other groups such as NHTSA, NAPC, NTLC, other TSRPs, and traffic safety advocates nationwide.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university.
• At least two (2) years of professional experience as an Assistant State Attorney (ASA) in impaired driving prosecution.
• Licensure as an attorney and active membership in the Florida Bar in good standing.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule with frequent evening, weekend work, and travel based on State Attorney’s Office needs.
• Primary responsibility for north Florida, but must be able to travel statewide.
• Upon appointment, must reside in or north of central Florida.
• Position is classified as Standard Class within the Florida Retirement System and is not considered SMS or High Risk.
• May only practice law within the confines of the TSRP Program; no outside employment or legal work permitted.

Benefits

• Comprehensive State of Florida benefits, including retirement through the Florida Retirement System.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Generous leave policy, including 11 federally paid holidays.
• Tuition waivers and tuition reimbursement programs for continuous learning.
• Free access to TSC athletics, fine arts, and performing arts events.

Pay

$77,000.00 annually.