Senior Attorney

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Requisition No:865720

Agency:
Florida Commission on Human Relations

Working Title:

SENIOR ATTORNEY -

The Florida Commission on Human Relations is the state agency charged with enforcing the state’s civil rights laws and serves as a resource on human relations for the people of Florida. It is against Florida law to discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status or familial status. The Commission investigates complaints of discrimination in the areas of employment, housing, public accommodations, and state employee whistle-blower retaliation.

The Commission is responsible for promoting fair treatment, equal opportunity, and mutual respect among members of all economic, social, racial, religious and ethnic groups and works to eliminate discrimination against groups and their members.

In this role, you will provide essential legal support to the Florida Commission on Human Relations by guiding the agency through the interpretation and application of Florida’s civil rights laws. You will help ensure that investigations, case reviews, and agency actions meet legal standards and reflect consistent, fair decision‑making. You will also support the agency’s outreach and educational efforts by contributing to legal training and helping staff and the public understand their rights and responsibilities under the law.

Your work will strengthen the Commission’s ability to protect individuals from unlawful discrimination and promote equal opportunity across the state. By ensuring legally sound decisions and offering clear, reliable guidance, you will help build trust in the agency’s enforcement process and contribute to fair treatment for all Floridians. Your efforts will support a more inclusive, respectful environment in workplaces, housing, and public spaces statewide.

The Florida Commission on Human Relations is committed to cultivating professional growth, leadership development, and continuous learning for its employees. Training and development opportunities are designed to enhance expertise and support long‑term career advancement in public service.

This position is eligible for teleworking.

$61,740.64

• Represents the Florida Commission on Human Relations in civil litigation, administrative, and other legal proceedings, preparing legal documents, conducting legal research, and providing advice on legal issues and transactions.
• Determines whether statutory violations occurred in cases investigated by the agency. Reviews investigative reports for legal sufficiency. Prepares Determinations and other legal documents for review and approval by the Deputy General Counsel, General Counsel, and/or Executive Director. Works with investigations managers to improve work product and revise investigative reports in accordance with legal criteria.
• Reviews case files and recommended orders from the Division of Administrative Hearings to draft proposed final orders for approval by commissioners.
• Represents the agency in legals proceedings before the Division of Administrative Hearings, First District Court of Appeals and other forums, with close supervision.
• Responds to inquiries from agency staff, parties to complaints and the general public regarding legal issues specific to employment discrimination, retaliation, public accommodations, whistle‑blower retaliation, and fair housing.
• Prepares and conducts legal training modules a variety of subjects related to whistle‑blower retaliation and discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations.
• Reviews public records requests.

• Knowledge of the 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…