State of Florida is hiring: GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 5TH CIRCUIT - MANAGING ATT

GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 5TH CIRCUIT - MANAGING ATTORNEY - 21012735 Join to apply for the GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 5TH CIRCUIT - MANAGING ATTORNEY - 21012735 role at State of Florida Requisition No: 864998 Agency: Justice Administrative Commission Working Title: GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 5TH CIRCUIT - MANAGING ATTORNEY - 21012735 Pay Plan: Justice Admin Comm. Position Number: 21012735 Salary: $78,000.00 Posting Closing Date: 12/15/2025 How to Apply • Click on the “Career Opportunities” icon. • Scroll down to the link, “Submit Your Guardian ad Litem Employment Application Here.” • Complete the “mini” job application and attach your current resume. • Select MARION COUNTY for the job location. OR • Email your mini application and resume directly to C5.Apps@gal.fl.gov. About the Organization The Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office is Florida’s award‑winning, state‑funded child advocacy organization that provides independent legal representation to abused, abandoned and neglected children in Florida’s dependency court proceedings. The Office upholds the highest standards of integrity, excellence and child‑centered representation. The Office assigns a multi‑disciplinary team consisting of a guardian ad litem attorney, a child welfare professional, and a community volunteer or pro bono attorney, to represent each child the Office is court‑appointed to. More information about the Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office can be found at www.guardianadlitem.org . Employment Benefits State of Florida Retirement package – Pension or investment plan (3% employee contribution required) 9 Paid state holidays 1 Paid personal holiday 13 Paid sick leave days 176 Annual leave hours Life insurance $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost to you for all FTE positions. Employee may purchase additional coverage Additional supplemental insurances are available such as dental, vision, disability, etc. Florida Bar annual dues are paid for by the Agency, contingent upon agency approval Public Loan Forgiveness Program No State of Florida income tax for residents of Florida No mandatory night/weekend/holiday scheduled work State tuition waivers Introductory training on guardianship practice, dependency law and practice fundamentals as well as best practice guidance for attorneys communicating with and representing children. Ongoing live in‑person trainings and webinars on case law, evidence, legal writing, trial skills, and ethics which fulfills CLE requirements. Annual advanced litigation skills training. Online training academy with a catalog of introductory and advanced courses on topics to include dependency law, child abuse and neglect, substance abuse, psychotropic medications, independent living, developmental disabilities, trauma, human trafficking, educational advocacy, and more. Lexis Nexis legal research search engine access. About the Work Managing Attorneys provide leadership regarding the practice of law, legal counsel for the Guardian ad litem, and representation for the children in a judicial circuit’s Guardian ad litem Office. The Managing Attorney assists the Guardian ad Litem Circuit Director in implementing policies and procedures in consultation with the Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office. Managing Attorneys are working supervisors responsible for monitoring/litigating the most complex and/or sensitive cases involving the representation of abused, abandoned, and neglected children. They also serve as administrative supervisors, communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees’ performance; planning and directing their work; and recommending hiring, rewarding, or disciplining subordinate employees. The Managing Attorney works cooperatively with staff and volunteers to implement a strategy representing each child and must exercise discretion in dealing with confidential and extremely sensitive issues before the court. Incumbents provide timely and accurate legal advice and representation on complex issues originating in the dependency court system. They also serve as a liaison between the Guardian ad Litem Office, the community, and the courts, ensuring staff and volunteers understand applicable legal issues and court procedures. Working relationships are established with judges, the Department of Children and Families, community‑based care lead agencies, other social service agencies, community organizations, local law enforcement, attorneys, and the public. Work is performed under the day‑to‑day supervision of a Circuit Director. The practice of law is overseen by the Legal Regional Counsel. Education & Training Requirements Must possess a valid Florida driver license. Graduation from an accredited law school, membership in The Florida Bar, and five years of progressively responsible experience in the practice of dependency law. Trial experience is essential. Supervisory experience is preferred. An exception for the required experience may be granted by the Executive Director or designee. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Legal skills and knowledge of Ch. 39, F.S., sufficient to effectively represent children in legal proceedings. Admission to The Florida Bar in good standing. Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities. Ability to organize, develop and deliver presentations. Knowledge of Guardian ad Litem Office policies and procedures, regulations, and the legal environment they operate. Knowledge of current and developing legal issues and trends in child welfare. Ability to apply principles and practices of effective supervision; plan, organize, prioritize, assign, and delegate work; evaluate staff performance. EEO Statement The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 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. Additional Information Location: Ocala, FL Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Administrative Industries: Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at State of Florida by 2x. Get notified about new Office Associate jobs in Ocala, FL. #J-18808-Ljbffr