Senior Attorney, Labor & Employment (Public Sector)

Florida

Tallahassee (FL)

On-site

USD 69,000 - 103,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission seeks an experienced Senior Attorney to provide legal services on labor and employment matters. You will advise leadership, Human Resources, and the Division of Law Enforcement on issues involving employee discipline, collective bargaining, discrimination claims, grievance-arbitration, federal and state employment law, and related matters.

The Legal Office handles a broad portfolio; this role helps the agency maintain compliance and manage

Qualifications

Membership in good standing with The Florida Bar.
Minimum of four (4) years of relevant legal experience.
Experience in public-sector labor and employment law.
Litigation before DOAH or other administrative tribunals.
Familiarity with the Florida Administrative Procedure Act and chapter 112, Florida Statutes.
Experience in state government or law enforcement-related matters.

Responsibilities

Provide legal advice to senior leadership, Human Resources, and Division of Law Enforcement on employment matters including disciplinary actions, collective bargaining, grievance arbitration, ADA, EEO/FCHR, FMLA, Workers' Compensation, Veterans' Preference, and the Officer's Bill of Rights.