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Attorney supporting Florida’s civil rights agency through legal research, investigation review, and proposed orders. Advising staff and the public on discrimination, retaliation, and fair-housing law.
Responsibilities:
- Determine whether statutory violations occurred in agency-investigated cases
- Review investigative reports for legal sufficiency
- Prepare determinations and other legal documents for review and approval by the Chief Legal Counsel and/or Executive Director
- Work with investigations managers to improve work products and revise investigative reports according to legal criteria
- Respond promptly and thoroughly to investigations inquiries, including researching and discussing legal case issues with investigators
- Conduct legal research related to case investigations and reports
- Complete research and other assignments directed by the Attorney Supervisor
- Review case files and recommended orders from the Division of Administrative Hearings and draft proposed final orders for commissioner approval
- Respond to agency staff, complaint parties, and the general public regarding legal issues involving employment discrimination, retaliation, public accommodations, whistle-blower retaliation, and fair housing
Requirements:
- Admission to The Florida Bar and membership in good standing
- One year of professional experience in the practice of law, legal research, teaching law, or administrative or judicial hearings
- Knowledge of rules of evidence, investigative techniques, court procedures, and requirements
- Ability to use deductive reasoning, communicate effectively, and make detailed verbal presentations
- Ability to collect and analyze evidence, maintain strict confidentiality, and make independent decisions
- Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments
- Ability to analyze information and determine its validity
- Ability to conduct fact-finding interviews and take statements
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Required current resume, cover letter, and 2–5 page writing sample
- Must successfully pass a level two background screening, including fingerprinting and an FBI criminal-history check
- Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, must meet Selective Service registration or exemption requirements
- Attorney in good standing with the Florida Bar
Benefits:
- Annual and Sick Leave benefits
- Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year
- State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition waivers
- Training and development opportunities
- Leadership development and continuous learning opportunities
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