STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 18TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT STATE ATTORNEY-OVER MILLION - 21006195

Florida Department of Financial Services; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Annual and sick leave benefits

Paid holidays

Health, life, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan options

Tuition Waivers

Job summary

The Florida Department of Financial Services is seeking an Assistant State Attorney for the 18th Circuit, located in Sanford, Florida. This role requires a law degree, membership in The Florida Bar, and expertise in criminal law. You will perform duties such as legal research, trial work, and managing casework in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation is competitive at $70,000 annually, with benefits including paid holidays, retirement plan options, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Possess a law degree from an accredited law school.
• Member of The Florida Bar in good standing.
• Knowledge of criminal laws and procedures.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and writing.
• Trial work including case preparation and jury selection.
• Prosecutorial criminal casework.
• Conduct depositions and interview witnesses.

Skills

Knowledge of criminal laws and procedures

Ability to manage a high-volume caseload

Excellent communication skills

Multitasking in fast-paced environment

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Education

Law degree from an accredited law school

Member of The Florida Bar

Job description

STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 18TH CIRCUIT - ASSISTANT STATE ATTORNEY - 21006195

Requisition No: 875974

Agency: Justice Administrative Commission

Working Title: STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 18TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT STATE ATTORNEY-OVER MILLION - 21006195

Office of the State Attorney, 18th Judicial Circuit, Sanford, FL

Salary: 70,000 Annually

Location: Seminole County

Attorney Qualifications

• Possess a law degree from an accredited law school
• Member of The Florida Bar in good standing
• Knowledge of criminal laws and procedures
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload
• Commitment to public service and protecting the rights of victims

Summary of Duties

• Applicants must have knowledge and ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both oral and in writing.
• Prosecutorial criminal casework.
• Conduct legal research and writing.
• Conduct depositions and interview witnesses, victims, and law enforcement to prepare cases for prosecution.
• Trial work includes case preparation, jury selection, examining and cross‑examining witnesses, opening statements, and closing arguments for trial.
• Proficient management of casework.
• The ability to use office computer software and equipment.

Desired Skills

• The successful candidate will have the ability to efficiently multitask in a fast‑paced environment and present a professional and helpful demeanor.
• Applicants should have Microsoft Office experience including Word and Excel.

Benefits of Working for the State of Florida

• Training provided
• Annual and sick leave benefits
• Paid holidays and your Birthday off each year
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plan options; including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending accounts
• Tuition Waivers
• And more!

To Apply

Submit a resume through the People First website at https://jobs.myflorida.com.

The Office of the State Attorney, 18th Judicial Circuit, is an equal opportunity provider and uses E‑Verify to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS at 1‑844‑377‑1888 on how your current benefits may 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.

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.

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.