State of Florida

SENIOR ATTORNEY - 41500088

State of Florida$80K — $85K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Admission to the Florida Bar
  • Two years of professional legal experience
  • Strong drafting skills for legal documents
  • Experience managing multiple complex cases
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel

Responsibilities

  • Advise the Commission on complex legal issues
  • Conduct legal research and draft necessary legal documents
  • Represent the Commission in administrative and civil courts
  • Engage in motion practice and appellate proceedings
  • Present cases at scheduled Commission meetings

Benefits

  • Low premium health, dental, vision, life, and supplemental coverage options
  • Paid personal time including annual leave and holidays
  • Paid administrative leave for volunteering and civic duties
  • Family planning support with adoption benefits
  • Comprehensive retirement plans with employer contributions
  • Tuition waivers and life insurance options
Full Job Description
Requisition No: 882435

Agency: Florida Gaming Control Commission



Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 41500088

Salary: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 annually

Posting Closing Date: 09/25/2026

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FLORIDA GAMING CONTROL COMMISSION
Office of the General Counsel


Class Title: Senior Attorney
Position Number: 41500088


Hiring Salary: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 annually

***OPEN COMPETITIVE***

**APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A WRITING SAMPLE**

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

The Office of General Counsel supports the Commission by providing legal counsel on all matters under the Commission's jurisdiction and prosecuting noncompliance with Florida's gambling laws.

As a Senior Attorney in the litigation unit, you will play a crucial role in all aspects of administrative and civil litigation, including: advising the Commission on a variety of complex legal issues involving permitting, licensure, and compliance with Florida gambling laws; conducting legal research, drafting charging documents and appellate briefs, and engaging in motion practice; representing the Commission in administrative and civil courts; and presenting cases in front of the Commission at scheduled meetings.

This position will operate under the supervision of a Chief Attorney.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Skill in drafting legal documents;
  • Skill in managing multiple complex cases;
  • Ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel;
  • Ability to prioritize work;
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment;
  • Ability to communicate effectively;
  • Ability to conduct legal research;
  • Ability to make oral presentations in court and in large groups;
  • Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments;
  • Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques;
  • Ability to work independently;
  • Ability to manage a litigation case load;
  • Ability to recognize and act on emerging issues and shifting priorities;
  • Ability to adapt to changing work volume and variety and work efficiently under stressful situations; and
  • Ability to travel.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Admission to the Florida Bar;
  • Two (2) years of professional experience in the practice of law, legal research, teaching law or in administrative or judicial hearings; and
  • A valid driver's license.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with Florida's Administrative Procedure Act or criminal law is preferred, but not required.


** Applicants are required to submit a legal writing sample by the closing date of the advertisement by uploading the documents into their People First profile or emailing the writing sample to: [email protected], for further consideration. **

Where you will work:

This position is located in Tallahassee, Florida.

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:
  • 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 Level 2 background screening including fingerprinting, 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 in order to conduct this screening.


Applicants are required to apply through the People First system by the closing date, by applying online. All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the advertisement. If you have any questions regarding your application, you may call 1-877-562-7287.

Special Reminders:

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are 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 on 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 the date of your retirement.

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About State of Florida

The State of Florida is a state located in the southeastern region of the United States. It is the third-most populous state and the 22nd largest by area. The state capital is Tallahassee and its largest city is Jacksonville. Florida is known for its warm climate, beautiful beaches, and tourist attractions such as Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and the Kennedy Space Center. The state is also home to a number of universities and colleges, including the University of Florida, Florida State University, and the University of Miami.
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