WT: PARALEGAL - 41500502

State of Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Paid time off & holidays

Retirement plans with employer contrib

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition waivers

Job summary

The Administrative Assistant – Forfeiture Litigation at the Florida Gaming Control Commission provides high-level administrative support to the Office of the General Counsel for civil asset forfeiture cases and interagency agreements. The role requires coordination with law enforcement, monitoring documents, and ensuring compliance.

Located in Tallahassee, FL, the position emphasizes strong written/verbal communication, organization, and proficiency in MS Office and case management software.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years minimum as a legal assistant or paralegal.
• Two years experience with the criminal justice system (Public Defender/State Attorney/Police or Sheriff’s Office).
• Preferred: associate or bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge of civil asset forfeiture laws and procedures.
• Experience with interagency agreements or MOUs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate between internal legal teams and external law enforcement.
• Track litigation status, drafts, and MOUs.
• Support forfeiture-related processes and compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Legal support experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

Research & analysis

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management software

Job description

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Requisition No:883035

Working Title: WT: PARALEGAL - 41500502

Position Number:41500502

Salary: $46,000.00 - $50,000.00 annually

**OPEN COMPETITIVE**

*Anticipated Vacancy*

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 combatting illegal gambling activities.

The agency is overseen by five Commissioners who are appointed by the Governor, with the 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 Commission takes pride in offering a supportive work environment that fosters growth and collaboration.

Position Duties and Responsibilities

The Administrative Assistant – Forfeiture Litigation provides high-level administrative and legal support to the Office of the General Counsel related to the Commission’s civil asset forfeiture cases and interagency agreements.

This position will:

• Ensure smooth coordination between internal legal teams and external law enforcement agencies;
• Track the status of litigation, drafts, and reviews memoranda of understanding (MOUs),
• Support the overall organization and compliance of forfeiture-related processes; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or its equivalent;
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a legal assistant or paralegal; and
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with the criminal justice system (i.e., Public Defender/State Attorney/Police or Sheriff’s Office)

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and civil litigation process.
• Familiarity with the civil asset forfeiture laws and procedures.
• Prior experience working with interagency agreements or governmental MOUs.
• Experience liaising with law enforcement or public safety agencies.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience as a legal assistant or paralegal;
• Experience working with the criminal justice system (i.e., Public Defender/State Attorney/Police or Sheriff’s Office);
• Experience with drafting or reviewing legal pleadings;
• Experience with filing documents with the court system;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and case management software;
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines;
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion;
• Ability to research and analyze complex issues; and
• Ability to convey practical and thoughtful advice.

Where you will work

This position is located in Tallahassee, Florida.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The state offers a comprehensive compensation package for employees that features a highly competitive set of 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 security background check and/or drug screening 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 to conduct this background check.

SpecialReminders

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless 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 to see 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 your retirement date.

We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Our agency participates in the E-Verify System, a federal government electronic database that allows employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

The Florida Gaming Control Commission iscommittedto increase recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improve employment outcomes.

of individuals with disabilities and improve 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 [phone] 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.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes,candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Location:

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For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] 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.