Leon County, Florida, United States · On-site
$80k–$95k/yr
Requisition No: 872770 Agency: Department of Transportation Working Title: SENIOR ATTORNEY - 55013497 Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 55013497 Salary: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 Posting Closing Date: 08/16/2026 Total Compens…
Skills: Administrative law, Litigation, Civil rules of procedure, Legal research, Rulemaking
Leon County, Florida, United States · On-site
Do not click the Apply button. Apply at GovernmentJobs.com General Summary This position primarily focuses on criminal legal issues. The attorney conducts legal research; analyzes legislation; drafts bills, amendments, s…
Skills: Legal research, Legislative drafting, Legal analysis, Statutory interpretation, Legal writing
Jacksonville, Florida, United States · On-site
Overview Associate Attorney - First Party Property Defense Jacksonville, FL or Tallahassee, FL Kelley Kronenberg, a premier national law firm, is seeking a dedicated and skilled Associate Attorney to join our First-Party…
Skills: First-party property litigation, Insurance defense, Legal research, Drafting pleadings, Drafting motions
Leon County, Florida, United States · On-site
Requisition No: 874433 Agency: Office of the Attorney General Working Title: SENIOR CLERK - 41000033 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 41000033 Salary: $34,435.44 Posting Closing Date: 08/18/2026 Total Compensati…
Skills: Communication skills, Typing, Data entry, Customer service, Switchboard operation
Leon County, Florida, United States · On-site
Requisition No: 880513 Agency: Highway Safety and Motor Vehicle Working Title: LAW ENFORCEMENT CAPTAIN - SES - 76002026 Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 76002026 Salary: $71,000.04 Annually Posting Closing Date: 08/19/2026…
Skills: Investigative techniques, Forensics, Data recovery, Interviewing, Data analysis
Leon County, Florida, United States · On-site
$65k–$80k/yr
Requisition No: 881110 Agency: Children and Families Working Title: SENIOR ATTORNEY - 60074334 Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 60074334 Salary: $65,000 - $80,000 Posting Closing Date: 08/23/2026 Total Compensation Estimat…
Skills: Legal research, Litigation, Public records law, Open meetings law, Legal writing
Tallahassee, Florida, United States · On-site
$90k–$105k/yr
Requisition No: 881005 Agency: Agency for Health Care Administration Working Title: 68064735 - SENIOR ATTORNEY Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 68064735 Salary: $3,461.54 - $4,038.46 Biweekly Posting Closing Date: 08/17/20…
Skills: Legal research, Legal writing, Administrative law, Litigation, HIPAA compliance
Morgan & Morgan, P.A.Tallahassee, Florida, United States · On-site
At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client suppo…
Skills: Legal research, Case management, Document organization, Administrative support, Proofreading
Leon County, Florida, United States · On-site
$47k–$50k/yr
Requisition No: 875363 Agency: Business and Professional Regulation Working Title: LEGISLATIVE COORDINATOR-DBPR - 79010368 Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 79010368 Salary: $47,000- $50,000 Annually Posting Closing Date: 0…
Skills: Legislative Process, Research, Analysis, Microsoft Office Suite, Communication
Leon County, Florida, United States · On-site
$75k–$99k/yr
Requisition No: 870681 Agency: Business and Professional Regulation Working Title: ATTORNEY SUPERVISOR - 79000908 Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 79000908 Salary: $2,885.35 - $3,804.10 Biweekly Posting Closing Date: 08/28…
Skills: Litigation, Legal research, Administrative law, Regulatory compliance, Supervision
Leon County, Florida, United States · On-site
$100k–$115k/yr
Requisition No: 880915 Agency: Department of Law Enforcement Working Title: EXECUTIVE SENIOR ATTORNEY - 71002385 Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 71002385 Salary: $99,807.24 Posting Closing Date: 08/14/2026 Total Compensat…
Skills: Criminal law, Legal research, Legal writing, Public records law, Administrative rulemaking
Morgan & Morgan, P.A.Tallahassee, Florida, United States · On-site
At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client suppo…
Skills: Legal research, Pleadings, E-filing, Discovery, Trial preparation
Leon County, Florida, United States · On-site
Do not click the Apply button. Apply at GovernmentJobs.com General Summary This is independent work coordinating administrative tasks and assignments and providing analysis and research on a variety of administrative mat…
Skills: Administrative principles, Research techniques, Data analysis, Report preparation, Project coordination
Tallahassee, Florida, United States · On-site
Requisition No: 880777 Agency: Agency for Health Care Administration Working Title: 68063521 - SENIOR ATTORNEY Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 68063521 Salary: $2,308.28 Biweekly Posting Closing Date: 08/13/2026 Total Com…
Skills: Legal research, Legal writing, Administrative law, Litigation, Medicaid program knowledge
Tallahassee, Florida, United States · On-site
Requisition No: 880779 Agency: Agency for Health Care Administration Working Title: 68064824 - SENIOR ATTORNEY Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 68064824 Salary: $2,308.28 Biweekly Posting Closing Date: 08/13/2026 Total Com…
Skills: Legal research, Legal writing, Administrative law, Litigation, Medicaid program knowledge
Apalachee CenterTallahassee, Florida, United States · On-site
$23/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Tallahassee, FL 32308Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $23.00 HourlyJob Category: OtherApalachee Center, Inc. is best known for helping individuals and families of North Florida succeed in re…
Skills: Case management, Psychosocial evaluation, Treatment planning, Crisis intervention, Documentation
RumbergerKirkTallahassee, Florida, United States · On-site
RumbergerKirk is looking for an experienced Paralegal to join our team! In this role, you’ll work closely with our attorneys on a variety of civil defense matters, including auto negligence, trucking litigation, pr…
Skills: Litigation support, Case management, Document management, Medical record analysis, Discovery requests
Leon County, Florida, United States · On-site
Requisition No: 877547 Agency: Office of the Attorney General Working Title: ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL-DLA - 41000147 Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 41000147 Salary: $83,522.92 Posting Closing Date: 08/12/2026 Total Com…
Skills: Legal research, Litigation, Case analysis, Oral presentation, Legal writing
Tallahassee, Florida, United States · Hybrid
Description Padgett Law Group (PLG) is an elite, full-service creditors' rights law firm with practices in Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Arkansas, Texas, Ohio, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Mississippi, Alabama, New Jersey, Kent…
Skills: Case management, Document preparation, Data entry, Foreclosure processing, Legal terminology
Tallahassee, Florida, United States · Hybrid
Requisition No: 880706 Agency: Justice Administrative Commission Working Title: GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 2ND CIRCUIT- SENIOR ATTORNEY - 21020016 Pay Plan: Justice Admin Comm. Position Number: 21020016 Salary: $68,319.44…
Skills: Dependency law, Legal research, Trial skills, Litigation, Case management
Leon County, Florida, United States • On-site
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The Senior Attorney represents the Department in administrative proceedings under Chapter 120, Florida Statutes, including litigation, discovery, and settlement negotiations. Additionally, the role provides legal advice to Department offices and assists with the drafting and implementation of agency rules.
Candidates must be members of The Florida Bar and possess knowledge of litigation and civil rules of procedure. The position requires the ability to work independently, communicate effectively, and manage complex legal assignments.
Requisition No: 872770
Agency: Department of Transportation
Working Title: SENIOR ATTORNEY - 55013497
Pay Plan: SES
Position Number: 55013497
Salary: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 08/16/2026
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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION
916 / Office of General Counsel
OPEN COMPETITIVE
SELECTED EXEMPT SERVICE
CONTACT PERSON: Denise Johnson, Deputy General Counsel
CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: (850) 414-5365
CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected]
Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.
To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.
Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Our Mission
The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.
Our Vision
As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.
The Work You Will Do:
This is a Senior Attorney position in our Administrative Law Section located at our Tallahassee office.
The attorney in this position represents the Department in all phases of administrative proceedings under Chapter 120, Florida Statutes, including pre- and post-hearing matters, discovery, pleadings, motion hearings, public meetings, negotiations, settlement conferences, bid protest litigation, access management, and other legal matters.
The Difference You Will Make:
Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.
How You Will Grow:
FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.
Where You Will Work:
You are a part of the Office of the General Counsel statewide team and will work in our Administrative Law Section located at 605 Suwannee Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0458.
Annual Salary Range:
$80,000.00 - $95,000.00
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Represents the Department in all phases of administrative proceedings under Chapter 120, Florida Statutes, including pre- and post-hearing matters, discovery, pleadings, motion hearings, public meetings, negotiations, settlement conferences, bid protest litigation, access management, and other legal matters.
Represents the Department in court proceedings.
Provides legal assistance and advice to Department offices, as assigned, and advises responsible personnel in those offices regarding their legal powers and duties, how the law effects their operations, and the implementation of policies and rules.
Advises responsible Department personnel regarding the adoption of the most appropriate rules to accomplish their duties, drafts rule language, conducts hearings if requested, and assists with correspondence associated with such rulemaking. Expected to identify the need for rulemaking and provide advice to affected Department offices that rules should be adopted, amended, or repealed.
Qualifying Questions will not disqualify an applicant.
The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Ability to:
Licensure/Registration/Certification Requirements:
Other Job-Related Requirements:
The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
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For additional benefit information available to State of Florida employees, visit: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.
THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities. Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided. Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
We support and promote Florida agriculture, protect the environment, safeguard consumers, and ensure food safety.
The mission of the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is to safeguard the public and support Florida's agricultural economy by: Ensuring the safety and wholesomeness of food and other consumer products through inspection and testing programs; Protecting consumers from unfair and deceptive business practices and providing consumer information; Assisting Florida's farmers and agricultural industries with the production and promotion of agricultural products; and Conserving and protecting the state's agricultural and natural resources by reducing wildfires, promoting environmentally safe agricultural practices, and managing public lands.
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