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ATTORNEY - SES

ATTORNEY - SES

State of FloridaTALLAHASSEE, FL, US
14 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Requisition No :  854538

Agency : Environmental Protection

Working Title : ATTORNEY - SES

Pay Plan : SES

Position Number :  37010198

Salary :   $61,336.50-$80,000.00- Salary will be comensurate with experience.

Posting Closing Date : 07 / 21 / 2025

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ATTORNEY-SES

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

This Advertisement Will Be Used to Fill Multiple Attorney Positions

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities :

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Office of General Counsel, in Tallahassee is seeking to fill multiple attorney positions in its Litigation Section.  The attorney would handle and litigate cases from inception through trial in civil and administrative proceedings. This is an exciting opportunity to litigate environmental issues such as protecting and managing : Florida’s air resources, including air quality, and permitting and compliance of emission sources; Florida’s water resources, including the quality of Florida’s water rivers, lakes, estuaries as well as the preservation of the State’s beach and dune system; and the improper handling and disposal of solid and hazardous waste. The attorney would also have the opportunity to litigate cases involving the protection and management of the ownership interests in over 12 million acres of public land vested in the Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund (Board).

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

  • Knowledgeable about computers and business software such as Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint).
  • A willingness to actively participate, communicate and collaborate with team members, provide proactive guidance, respond to client and co-worker queries, and timely and effectively resolve issues.
  • Ability to handle high volume in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to conduct legal research on issues including but not limited to administrative law and procedure, environmental law, and state rules of civil procedure.
  • Excellent communication and critical thinking skills.
  • Proficient with online research tools such as Westlaw and Lexis Nexis.
  • Positive attitude.

Minimum Qualifications :

At least seven years of verifiable related job experience as an Attorney.  Post-secondary degree from an accredited college / university may be used as an alternative for the required years of experience on a year-for-year.  Must be a member of Good Standing with the Florida Bar.

Position of Special Trust Requirement :

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications :

Prior litigation experience is preferred.

Pay : $61,336.50-$80,000.00- Salary will be comensurate with experience.

Our Organization and Mission :

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

Where You Will Work :

Tallahassee, Florida’s Capital City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combine old world charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities as well as state government, Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend. Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career.

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 :

  • Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
  • Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
  • State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
  • Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click  www.myfrs.com );
  • Tuition waivers;
  • Total Compensation Estimator Tool
  • And more!
  • For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

    Special Notes :

    DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses :

    HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

    HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov

    An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 245-2511. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

    The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

    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.

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