Filminflorida is hiring : GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 3RD CIRCUIT- SENIOR ATTORNEY

Overview

GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 3RD CIRCUIT- SENIOR ATTORNEY- 21016020

This is a half-time (20 hours per week) position. The position has the ability to be flexible for a remote work schedule after successful onboarding.

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Agency: Justice Administrative Commission

Working Title: GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 3RD CIRCUIT- SENIOR ATTORNEY- 21016020

Requisition No: 855696

This position is part of the Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office, Florida’s award-winning, state-funded child advocacy organization that provides independent legal representation to abused, abandoned and neglected children under the jurisdiction of Florida’s dependency courts.

Benefits

As an employee with the State of Florida, your benefits are a significant part of your compensation with benefits valued at a minimum of $47,143.60 total compensation, varying based on insurance and retirement elections. Some highlights are:

• State of Florida Retirement package – Pension or investment plan (3% employee contribution required)
• Paid holidays, personal holidays, and sick leave
• Pro-rated life insurance and potential additional coverage options
• Additional supplemental insurances (dental, vision, disability, etc.)
• Florida Bar annual dues paid by the Agency (contingent on agency approval)
• Public Loan Forgiveness Program
• No State of Florida income tax for residents of Florida
• Introductory and ongoing trainings, including CLE-related content
• Online training academy and Lexis Nexis access

Responsibilities

• Work is performed under the supervision of the Managing Attorney or designee.
• Guardians ad Litem Attorneys are assigned to represent children as part of a multi-disciplinary team focusing on timely achievement of permanency and normalcy for the child.
• Contact with people in stressful situations; exercise discretion dealing with confidential and very sensitive issues before the court.
• Review case files to identify legal issues, conduct independent investigations, develop legal strategies, file pleadings and motions, and attend court proceedings including hearings, depositions, and mediations; meet with staff, witnesses, collateral contacts, and the children represented by the Office.
• Represent and advocate for the assigned children inside and outside the courtroom; perform other duties assigned by management.
• Report to the Managing Attorney of the assigned Circuit for all activities related to the practice of law; work under circuit director supervision.

Qualifications

• Possession of legal skills and knowledge sufficient to represent the children appointed to the Office as evidenced by admission to The Florida Bar; ability to advocate effectively in court on behalf of the child.
• Knowledge of juvenile law, including relevant rules of procedure and evidence; guardian ad litem legal representation for children.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with individuals from culturally and economically diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to utilize a personal computer and software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Education and Experience Requirements

• A valid Florida Driver’s License is required.
• Graduation from an accredited law school, membership in the Florida Bar, and two years of experience in the practice of dependency or related law. Candidates may be considered pending admission to The Florida Bar if approved by the Executive Director or designee. Strong trial skills preferred.
• An exception for the required experience may be granted by the Executive Director or their designee.
• Additional application steps include: click on the “Career Opportunities” icon, scroll to “Submit Your Guardian ad Litem Employment Application Here,” complete the mini job application, attach your resume, select DIXIE COUNTY for the job location, and email the mini-application and resume to C3.Apps@gal.fl.gov.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Reasonable accommodations are available; please notify the agency hiring authority.