ATTORNEY-ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL-DLA - 41000153 1 1

The Office of the Attorney General is seeking an Assistant Attorney General to work in the Criminal Appeals Unit in Tallahassee, Florida.

Our Organization and Mission :

The Office represents the State of Florida in state and federal civil and criminal courts, from trial courts to the Supreme Court of the United States.

Position Summary :

This position requires a degree of Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and membership in the Florida Bar.

Responsibilities :

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following :

• Supervision of the timely filing of necessary pleadings and documents comprising the record on appeal.
• Review of the assignments of error.
• Performance of the research necessary to prepare and file briefs setting forth the contentions and positions of the State of Florida with respect to the issues involved.
• Attendance at oral arguments.
• All other responsibilities, attending the prosecution of a criminal appeal.

Handles extraordinary writs in the state and federal courts where appropriate.

Handles any other special assignments or duties assigned by the Bureau Chief, including civil litigation, special projects, post-conviction litigation.

Qualifications :

Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and membership of the Florida Bar.

Pay and Benefits : $77,219.22 Annually

The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including :

Application Instructions :

Candidates must submit a complete and accurate application profile necessary for qualifying, including dates of service, reason for leaving, etc.

All applicants must ensure all employment and / or detailed information about work experience is listed on the application and that gaps in employment are explained.

Equal Opportunity Employer :

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).

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