Senior Attorney Job Tallahassee Florida USA,Law/Legal

Position: SENIOR ATTORNEY - 41500088
Location: Tallahassee

requisition no:882435

working title: senior attorney -

pay plan: ses

position number:

salary: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 annually

florida gaming control commission
office of the general counsel
class title: senior attorney
position number:
hiring salary: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 annually

*** open competitive**
* ** applicants must submit a writing sample*
* overview:

the florida gaming control commission is responsible for exercising all regulatory and executive powers of the state with respect to legal gaming, including pari-mutuel wagering, cardrooms, slot machine facilities, oversight of gaming compacts, and other forms of gambling authorized by state law, excluding the lottery, as well as directly enforcing florida’s gaming laws and combating illegal gambling activities.

the agency is overseen by five commissioners who are appointed by the governor, with commissioners appointing an executive director who leads a team of more than 200 staff members. The mission of the florida gaming control commission is to preserve and protect the integrity of gaming activities through fair regulation, licensing, effective criminal investigation, and enforcement.

the division of gaming enforcement is a criminal justice agency comprised of sworn law enforcement officers and criminal intelligence analysts handling complex cases involving rico, money laundering, and illegal gambling throughout the state.

working at the commission provides an exciting opportunity to participate in regulating authorized gaming and enforcing cutting-edge laws in the gambling industry. This means employees get to tackle emerging issues and make a real impact.

the commission offers a supportive work environment that fosters growth and collaboration.

position duties and responsibilities:

the office of general counsel supports the commission by providing legal counsel on all matters under the commission’s jurisdiction and prosecuting noncompliance with florida’s gambling laws.

as a senior attorney in the litigation unit, you will play a crucial role in all aspects of administrative and civil litigation, including: advising the commission on a variety of complex legal issues involving permitting, licensure, and compliance with florida gambling laws; conducting legal research, drafting charging documents and appellate briefs, and engaging in motion practice; representing the commission in administrative and civil courts;

and presenting cases in front of the commission at scheduled meetings.

this position will operate under the supervision of a chief attorney.

required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

skill in drafting legal documents;
skill in managing multiple complex cases;
ability to use microsoft word, outlook, and excel;
ability to prioritize work;
ability to work independently and in a team environment;
ability to communicate effectively;
ability to conduct legal research;
ability to make oral presentations in court and in large groups;
ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments;
ability to utilize problem-solving techniques;
ability to work independently;
ability to manage a litigation case load;
ability to recognize and act on emerging issues and shifting priorities;
ability to adapt to changing work volume and variety and work efficiently under stressful situations; and
ability to travel.

minimum qualifications:

admission to the florida bar;
two (2) years of professional experience in the practice of law, legal research, teaching law or in administrative or judicial hearings; and
a valid driver's license.

preferred qualifications:

experience with florida’s administrative procedure act or criminal law is preferred, but not required.

applicants are required to submit a legal writing sample by the closing date of the advertisement by uploading…