Deputy Associate Staff Attorney

Polk County Sheriff's Office; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 92,586 - 109,964; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

10 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Employee Health Clinic

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life Insurance

Deferred Compensation Plan

Free Employee Gym

Job summary

Polk County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Deputy Associate Staff Attorney responsible for advising on legal matters, drafting documents, and representing the office in civil and criminal cases. The role requires a Juris Doctorate, membership in the Florida Bar, and strong skills in legal research, communication, and conflict resolution. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $92,586.83 to $109,964.19 annually along with a comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Member of the Florida Bar required.
• Juris Doctorate degree is essential.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel and execute duties that require confidentiality.
• Represent Polk County Sheriff's Office in legal matters.
• Analyze public records requests and draft legal documents.

Skills

Interviewing

Conflict resolution

Legal drafting

Trial

Legal research

Problem solving

Research

Communication

Analytical

Public speaking

Organizational

Interpersonal

Computer

Basic English grammar

Legal knowledge

Criminal law experience

Common sense

Education

Four Year College Degree

Juris Doctorate degree

Member of Florida Bar

Valid Florida driver's license

Job description

Position Concept

If interested, please send resumes to [e-mail].

The Deputy Associate Staff Attorney advises members in legal matters which affect the Sheriff's Office. The member performs administrative and legal duties and tasks specific to the position. Position requires exercise of discretion, independent judgement and independent thought.

The most important and essential job function of the position is attitude which includes the following: interacting positively and cooperating with co-workers, responding politely to customers, working as a team member, functioning under intense time pressure and responding in a positive manner to supervision.

The Deputy Associate Staff Attorney shall perform any other duties and tasks that may be required and shall have the physical, mental and emotional abilities to perform the essential job duties of the position.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Direct Deposit, Bi-Weekly Pay Checks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Education Incentives
• Free Employee Health Clinic
• Wellness Incentives
• FRS Retirement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free Employee Gym
• Life Insurance
• Deferred Compensation Plan

Essential Functions

• Read and approve General Orders
• Attend and participate in staff meetings
• Maintain liaison to State Attorney's Office and other government entities
• Provide legal bulletins to members
• Perform liaison functions on legislation
• Deliver speeches
• Serve on training committee
• Prepare CALEA inspection reports
• Provide legal opinions to requests
• Represent PCSO in quasi-criminal/civil and criminal cases
• Represent PCSO in major lawsuitsAct as liaison with other attorneys
• Review and negotiate contracts
• Analyze public records requests
• Draft legal documents
• Consult in disciplinary matters
• Respond to shootings/serious accidents
• Obtain warrants for blood borne pathogen tests
• Manage minor claims resolution
• Provide legal counsel and execute duties of a confidential task

Education, Professional Certification or License

• Four Year College Degree
• Juris Doctorate degree
• Member of Florida Bar
• Valid Florida driver's license

Professional Experience

• None

Environmental Conditions

• Works in an office setting under normal stress levels
• Works on an on-call status

Knowledge of

• Federal law
• PCSO policy and procedures
• Florida State Statues chapter 119
• Case law
• Criminal law
• Current General Counsel and Grant issues
• Specific legislation
• Legislative process
• Geographical area
• Rules of civil and criminal procedure
• Weapons
• Federal and state procedures
• Criminal trial law
• Contract law
• Administrative law
• Employment Law
• Torts and negligence law

Ability to

• Reason
• Operate a motor vehicle
• Read and write English

Skills

• Interviewing
• Conflict resolution
• Legal drafting
• Trial
• Legal research
• Problem solving
• Research
• Communication
• Analytical
• Public speaking
• Organizational
• Interpersonal
• Computer
• Basic English grammar
• Legal knowledge
• Criminal law experience
• Common sense

Physical Requirements

• Sit for long periods
• Stand for long periods
• See at normal range or with accommodations
• Hear at normal level or with accommodationsSpeak English understandably
• Manual dexterity
• Ambulate independently
• Bend/Squat
• Walk
• Lift/carry 40
• Recognize colors

Other

*CALEA: Commission for Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Min

USD $92,586.83/Yr.

Max

USD $109,964.19/Yr.