Requisition No: 827768 Agency: State Courts System Working Title: SENIOR ATTORNEY I - 22008993 Pay Plan: State Courts System Position Number: 22008993 Salary: $73,376.04 - $80,713.64 Annually Posting Closing Date: 04/29/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Location Office of the State Courts Administrator, Dispute Resolution Center, 500 South Duval Street, Tallahassee, Florida JOB Description The position provides legal assistance to the Chief of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). The position is responsible for providing legal interpretation of statutes, rules, and case law; assisting with the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies regarding court-connected ADR in Florida; supporting court ADR commissions, boards, committees, and subcommittees; assisting with the review and analysis of legislation regarding ADR; and may supervise support staff. Examples of Work Lead staff to Qualifications Inquiry Committee (QIC) and Rule Violation Complaint Committees (RVCCs) of the Mediator Qualifications and Discipline Review Board and the Parenting Coordinator Review Board, including facilitating and staffing meetings and hearings. Manages and conducts the moral character reviews of applicants for certification as Florida Supreme Court certified mediators under the Florida Rules for Certified and Court-Appointed Mediators. Functions as the administrator of the Criminal Justice Information System certification process for all ADR staff who need to be CJIS certified. Conducts legal research and writing at the request of the Chief of ADR, including drafting petitions and reports regarding proposed rules, statutes, and policy revisions. Assists Chief of ADR in staffing Mediator Ethics Advisory Committee. Provides management, leadership, and operational assistance to the Chief of ADR. These tasks include but are limited to mentoring employees; supervision and performance management of one direct report employee who supervises one administrative assistant. Assists the Chief of ADR in reviewing and drafting contracts for investigators, prosecutors, and panel advisers in connection with QIC and RVCC proceedings. Assists the Chief of ADR in reviewing and drafting contracts for meetings, trainings, and conferences at hotels and the contract for services related to the DRC Conference. Provides administrative support for DRC Conference functions and attend conference, as requested by the Chief of ADR. Performs other related duties as needed or requested. MINIMUM Education and Experience Guidelines Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school is required for this position; and Three years of work experience in a law office or in the legal department of an organization is preferred. Requires membership in Good Standing in The Florida Bar. Additional relevant education may substitute for the recommended experience on a year-for-year basis. Competencies/Knowledge Skills abilities Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and with Adobe DC or Pro. Experience using and maintaining confidential information. Ability to manage multiple responsibilities or tasks simultaneously. Special Comments The OSCA has multiple policies that allow supervisors to work with employees regarding their work schedules, including alternate work schedules, and telecommuting as appropriate. The Florida State Courts System offers a comprehensive selection of State of Florida employee benefits: 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 term life insurance. The Florida State Courts System is a criminal justice agency. The successful applicant will be fingerprinted for the purpose of conducting a criminal history record check. Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check. In accordance with Section 110.205(2)(c), Florida Statutes, positions with the Florida State Courts System (Judicial Branch) are not covered under the Career Service System. All employees have an at-will status and employment is at the discretion of the employer. How to Apply Submit a current and complete online State Employment Profile Application through the People First State of Florida Jobs Internet Website, view the State Courts System page at https://jobs.myflorida.com/. An application must be submitted for the position listing the appropriate class title and position number for which you are applying. Your application must be received by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date. When using the People First State of Florida Jobs website to apply and assistance is needed with using the system, contact the People First Service Center by phone at 1-866-663-4735. The successful applicant will be subject to a criminal background check. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex or gender, religion or creed, national origin, age, marital status, genetic, disability, or political opinions or affiliations. We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or selection process, please call the contact person at the contact information indicated for each respective position. Persons using a TTY or TDD may call the contact person through the FLORIDA RELAY SERVICE: Voice is 1-800-955-8770, TDD is 1-800-955-8771, NATIONAL RELAY SERVICE is 711. 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.