Requisition No: 886740
Agency: Department of Health
Pay Plan: SES
Position Number: 64001769
Salary: $90,000 - $100,000
Posting Closing Date: 11/08/2026
Total Compensation Estimator ToolFlorida Department of HealthOffice of the General CounselSenior AttorneyOpen Competitive OpportunitySalary: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 AnnuallyYour Specific Responsibilities:This position will serve as a Senior Attorney in the Transactions Practice Group of the Office of the General Counsel. This Practice Group will provide guidance and advice on arrangements and relationships which warrant a written agreement, such as contracts, memoranda of agreement or understanding, letters of agreement, provider agreements, leases and grant awards. In addition, this group will provide advice and counsel concerning procurement issues, contact monitoring, and administration.
The Transactions Practice Group provides advice, counsel, and legal review for the Department of Health (Department) on:
Development and administration of competitive and non-competitive procurements of property, buildings, commodities and services;
Representation of the Department in bid protests before the Division of Administrative Hearings and appellate courts;
Proposed contracts and existing contracts from leases, direct orders, purchase orders, contracts, memoranda of understanding or agreement; and Amendments, renewals and terminations of existing agreements as identified above.
The Transaction Practice Group also supplies advice and counsel as requested by the County Health Department Attorneys on the above topics.
This incumbent will interact daily with programmatic personnel of the Department and provide input on solicitations and contracts. The position works closely with Contract Administration and Purchasing within the Bureau of General Services.
This position is responsible for familiarity with and application of state and federal statutes and regulations governing various purchasing and contract activities of the Department.
Performs other duties as required by assigned Practice Group Leader, the General Counsel, or the Deputy General Counsel. Accepts assignments as required from the Transaction Practice Group Leader.
Incumbent may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Possess a Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university or relevant experience determined by the agency.
Knowledge of the basic principles of public administration
Knowledge of methods of collection and analyses of evidence
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communication and proficiency in the English language
Ability to conduct fact-finding research, understand and apply relevant state and federal laws, regulations, statutes, codes policies and procedures relating to program functions and non-discrimination in client services and equal employment opportunity
Ability to collect, evaluate, and analyze data relating to program functions and to develop alternative recommendations
Ability to prepare reports relating to program functions, including affirmative action plans and updates
Ability to work independently
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to develop and provide training
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software
Qualifications:Must be a member of the Florida Bar in good standing.
Procurement and contracts experience is preferred but not required.
Where You Will Work:Florida Department of Health
2585 Merchants Row Blvd.
Tallahassee, Florida 32311
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:
- State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
- Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
- Workers' Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
- Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
- Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
- Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
- And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
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