ATTORNEY

Full-time

No

The Department of Health is seeking an entry level attorney to join their Prosecution Services Unit. This is a full-time, open competitive opportunity with a salary of $63,000 annually. The position is based in Tallahassee, FL, with remote assignments available at various investigative field office locations.

The Prosecution Services Unit is responsible for enforcing state laws and administrative rules for healthcare professionals regulated by the Division of Medical Quality Assurance. Attorneys in this unit review investigative reports, make probable cause recommendations, and litigate cases to final resolution.

Some of the responsibilities for this entry level attorney position include drafting legal opinions and recommendations, presenting cases before probable cause panels, and representing the Department in administrative hearings and circuit court. Candidates must have a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and become a member of the Florida Bar within 12 months of appointment.

The State of Florida offers a competitive benefits package for employees, including annual and sick leave, paid holidays, group insurance coverage options, retirement plan options, and more. The Department of Health has a mission to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida, and a vision to be the healthiest state in the nation. They value innovation, collaboration, accountability, responsiveness, and excellence.

Please note that this position requires a security background check and may require a drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Male applicants born after October 1, 1962, must be registered with the Selective Services System. Retirees of the Florida Retirement System should check with the FRS on how their benefits may be affected by re-employment. The successful candidate will also be required to complete the Form I-9 and undergo E-Verify to verify employment eligibility.

The State of Florida is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability must notify the agency hiring authority in advance. The state also supports a drug-free workplace and conducts drug testing in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act.

If you are a military veteran, you are encouraged to apply for this position through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for veterans and waives initial licensing and application fees. The State of Florida values and supports its veteran population, with over million service men and women in the state.

Overall, this is a great opportunity for an entry level attorney to join a dedicated team at the Department of Health and make a positive impact on the health of all people in Florida.

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Annual and Sick Leave benefits, 9 paid holidays and 1 personal holiday per year, State Group Insurance coverage options, Retirement plan options, Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition waivers, and more

Legal research, drafting, trial preparation, motion practice, witness examination, post-hearing pleadings preparation, negotiation, communication, organization, attention to detail, problem solving, time management

Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school

Apply through the State of Florida's online application system and provide verifiable responses to qualifying questions

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school, admission to the Florida Bar within 12 months of appointment

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