SENIOR ATTORNEY - 41500088

State of Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Gaming Control Commission, Office of the General Counsel, is seeking a Senior Attorney in Tallahassee to handle administrative and civil litigation related to Florida's gaming laws. The role requires strong drafting, research, and advocacy skills.

You will advise on permitting, licensure, and compliance, draft charging documents and briefs, represent the Commission in courts, and present cases at Commission meetings, under supervision of the Chief Attorney.

Qualifications

• Admission to the Florida Bar and legal practice experience.
• Experience in administrative or judicial hearings is expected.
• Ability to draft legal documents and manage complex litigation.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on matters under the Commission’s jurisdiction.
• Handle administrative and civil litigation, including briefs and motions.
• Represent the Commission in courts and at Commission meetings.
• Work under supervision of the Chief Attorney.

Skills

Drafting documents

Case management

MS Word/Outlook/Excel

Prioritization

Independent work

Communication

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Planning & organizing

Problem solving

Litigation management

Travel

Education

Florida Bar admission

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Requisition No:882435

Working Title: SENIOR ATTORNEY - 41500088

Pay Plan: SES

Position Number:41500088

Salary: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 annually

FLORIDA GAMING CONTROL COMMISSION
Office of the General Counsel

Class Title: Senior Attorney
Position Number: 41500088

Hiring Salary: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 annually

***OPEN COMPETITIVE***

**APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A WRITING SAMPLE**

Overview:

The Florida Gaming Control Commission is responsible for exercising all regulatory and executive powers of the state with respect to legal gaming, including pari-mutuel wagering, cardrooms, slot machine facilities, oversight of gaming compacts, and other forms of gambling authorized by state law, excluding the Lottery, as well as directly enforcing Florida’s gaming laws and combating illegal gambling activities.

The agency is overseen by five Commissioners who are appointed by the Governor, with Commissioners appointing an Executive Director who leads a team of more than 200 staff members. The mission of the Florida Gaming Control Commission is to preserve and protect the integrity of gaming activities through fair regulation, licensing, effective criminal investigation, and enforcement.

The Division of Gaming Enforcement is a criminal justice agency comprised of sworn law enforcement officers and criminal intelligence analysts handling complex cases involving RICO, money laundering, and illegal gambling throughout the state.

Working at the Commission provides an exciting opportunity to participate in regulating authorized gaming and enforcing cutting-edge laws in the gambling industry. This means employees get to tackle emerging issues and make a real impact.

The Commission offers a supportive work environment that fosters growth and collaboration.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

The Office of General Counsel supports the Commission by providing legal counsel on all matters under the Commission’s jurisdiction and prosecuting noncompliance with Florida’s gambling laws.

As a Senior Attorney in the litigation unit, you will play a crucial role in all aspects of administrative and civil litigation, including: advising the Commission on a variety of complex legal issues involving permitting, licensure, and compliance with Florida gambling laws; conducting legal research, drafting charging documents and appellate briefs, and engaging in motion practice; representing the Commission in administrative and civil courts; and presenting cases in front of the Commission at scheduled meetings.

This position will operate under the supervision of a Chief Attorney.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Skill in drafting legal documents;


• Skill in managing multiple complex cases;


• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel;


• Ability to prioritize work;


• Ability to work independently and in a team environment;


• Ability to communicate effectively;


• Ability to conduct legal research;


• Ability to make oral presentations in court and in large groups;


• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments;


• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques;


• Ability to work independently;


• Ability to manage a litigation case load;


• Ability to recognize and act on emerging issues and shifting priorities;


• Ability to adapt to changing work volume and variety and work efficiently under stressful situations; and


• Ability to travel.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Admission to the Florida Bar;


• Two (2) years of professional experience in the practice of law, legal research, teaching law or in administrative or judicial hearings; and


• A valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Florida’s Administrative Procedure Act or criminal law is preferred, but not required.

Applicants are required to submit a legal writing sample by the closing date of the advertisement by uploading the documents into their People First profile or emailing the writing sample to: [e-mail], for further consideration.

Where you will work:

This position is located in Tallahassee, Florida.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Low premium health, dental, vision, life, and supplemental coverage options!


• Paid personal time that includes annual leave, sick leave, nine paid holidays, and one personal holiday!


• Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and more!


• Family planning support that includes adoption benefits and paid/unpaid leave options for family and medical responsibilities!


• Retirement plans that include employer contributions (For more information, visit www.myfrs.com)!


• Deferred compensation plans!


• Free basic life insurance plus additional options for you, your spouse, and children!


• Flexible Spending Accounts!


• Tuition waivers!

IMPORTANT NOTICES:

• The Florida Gaming Control Commission has employment restrictions for all commission employees referenced in sections 16.713 and 16.715, Florida Statutes.


• This position requires a Level 2 background screening including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment and participation in direct deposit. You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) and/or State Issued Photo Identification in order to conduct this screening.

Special Reminders:

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Our agency participates in the E‑Verify System which is a federal government electronic database available for employers to use to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

The Florida Gaming Control Commission is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes.

The Commission values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country

and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the FGCC Office of Human Resources by phone at (850) 794‑8030 or by email at [e-mail]. The FGCC requires that applicants provide notification in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

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.

Location

TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32307 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562‑7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.