Current Job Opportunity
Date
10/21/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Position Number
22008597
Position Title
District Court Staff Attorney
Job Location
Fifth District Court of Appeal; Daytona Beach, FL
Salary Range
$67,881.12 Annually
Job Description
POSITION TITLE: Two-year term Staff Attorney/Senior Staff Attorney/Career Staff Attorney position that may potentially lead to an ongoing position for the Honorable Paige Kilbane.
FLSA Status: Personal Staff
Education and Training Guidelines
Graduation from an accredited law school.
License/Certification: Juris Doctorate (Required)
Competencies
The incumbent must possess outstanding analytical, research, and writing skills. For each case, you will be expected to analyze the legal and factual issues presented, perform independent legal research to confirm what legal principles govern, and apply those principles, to set-forth an objective, unbiased conclusion. You must write legal memoranda in a clear, organized fashion to inform the court about the issues, arguments, and controlling law. You must have a firm grasp of basic legal principles with the ability to expand your current base of legal knowledge into many different areas. You will be expected to have expertise in proofreading and citation formatting. All work will be done impartially, confidentially, promptly, and professionally. You must be able to work effectively with others, which includes the ability to accept and provide constructive input.
Special Comments
SALARY RANGE AND BENEFITS: Beginning salary for a Staff Attorney is $67,881.12 annually. Additionally, you may be eligible for a $2,500 increase after the completion of a 90-day period. Senior Staff Attorney, 2 years minimum mandatory legal experience, starting at $76,980.18 Career Staff Attorney, 5 years minimum mandatory legal experience, starting at $86,592.18.
A comprehensive selection of State of Florida Employee benefits including membership in the Florida Retirement System, optional enrollment in a subsidized health insurance plan, optional enrollment in life, dental, and disability insurance plans, and paid $25,000 term life insurance. Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
For more information on the benefits available to State of Florida Employees visit: http://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/
How to Apply
Submit a State of Florida application, cover letter, resume, writing sample and references, to: Justine Horler, Chief Deputy Marshal 300 S. Beach St. Daytona Beach, Florida 32114 May also apply by email: 5dcahr@fld6898.com.
If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the application/selection process, please call (863) 940-6041 in advance. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.