SENIOR ATTORNEY - 72001668

Requisition No: 63039 

Agency: Management Services

Working Title: SENIOR ATTORNEY - 72001668

Position Number: 72001668 

Salary:  $60,000 - $74,000 

Posting Closing Date: 09/03/2019 

This is a re-advertisement.  Previous applicants are still being considered and need not re-apply

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Position Summary:

Senior Attorney, Office of the General Counsel

The Florida Department of Management Services’ (DMS) Office of the General Counsel is seeking a senior attorney.

The senior attorney will provide legal advice and counsel to the Division of State Group Insurance. The senior attorney will also provide services as counsel and advocate for the agency, including oversight of and participation in the competitive procurement process; negotiation and drafting of contracts; drafting, review, and analysis of proposed legislation; the promulgation of administrative rules; and litigation in administrative, judicial, and appellate fora. 

This position may also serve as one of the hearing officers for the agency on certain informal hearings.  Litigation experience is required.  Experience regarding government procurement is preferred, and litigation experience in both administrative and civil fora is strongly preferred. 

This position may serve as the HIPAA Compliance officer for the agency.  Experience regarding HIPAA Compliance issues is preferred.

This position is designated as one of special trust and is subject to a national background investigation including fingerprinting as a condition of employment.  DMS provides an excellent opportunity for attorneys who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that requires resolution of a broad array of significant legal issues.

Pay Range: $60,000 - $74,000

Organization Background:

The Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) is a customer-oriented agency responsible for managing various business-related functions throughout state government. Under the direction of Governor Ron DeSantis and DMS’ Executive Leadership Team, the agency oversees the real estate, procurement, human resources, group insurance, retirement, telecommunications, private prisons, and fleet and federal property assistance programs utilized throughout Florida’s state government. DMS is relied upon to establish, maintain, and improve the business processes used by state employees to create a better, not bigger, government. DMS facilitates the delivery of these programs and services and provides tools and training to bolster the efficiency and effectiveness of the state’s workforce. It is against this backdrop that DMS strives to demonstrate its motto, “We serve those who serve Florida.” Under the leadership of DMS Secretary Jonathan Satter, DMS’ employees embody four pillars on a daily basis: establishing a process-oriented mindset; challenging the status quo; creating efficiencies; and respecting state employees. Learn more about the business and workforce arm of Florida government here: http://www.dms.myflorida.com/

Location:

With its canopied roads shaded by moss-draped oaks, temperate climate, and award-winning state park system, Tallahassee is truly a gem within Florida — a state that has created more than 1.3 million private sector jobs since 2010 and offers its workers an excellent quality of life with no state income tax. Tallahassee is home to two major universities, a community college, the epicenter of state government, hundreds of industry association headquarters, and multiple private-sector interests. It is in close proximity to the crystal-clear waters of Destin and Mexico Beach, the old-Florida charm of St. George Island, the Nature Coast, and the hospitality of several quaint South Georgia towns. Explore upcoming events and activities in Tallahassee: www.visittallahassee.com

Position Responsibilities:

Specific responsibilities of the Senior Attorney include, but are not limited to:

• Provide competent legal advice and counsel to the department.
• Develop an expertise in their assigned subject area in order to give legal advice regarding agency
• operations, litigation, rulemaking, and legislation.
• Participate in the provision of legal representation for DMS in administrative and judicial proceedings.
• Provide advice and work product based on a thorough understanding of the applicable law and an
• accurate knowledge of the facts.
• Conduct special projects, as assigned.
• Fulfill assignments on a timely basis.

Candidate Profile Experience:

The Senior Attorney must possess the following qualifications:

• At least one year of experience as a licensed attorney is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Basic proficiency in office information technology.
• Litigation experience.

In addition, the following qualifications are highly desirable:

• Administrative and/or other civil litigation experience.
• Experience with rulemaking.
• Experience with HIPAA Compliance matters.
• Experience with government procurement.

Education:

Juris doctor from an accredited law school is required. Candidates must also have admission to and be in good standing with the Florida Bar.

Reporting Relationships:

This position reports directly to a Deputy General Counsel, who reports directly to the General Counsel.

Recruiting Contact:

Karen Beard

Recruiter

Florida Department of Management Services

Telephone: 850-487-1502

Email: Karen.Beard@dms.myflorida.com

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

DMS is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable 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.

DMS.Ability@dms.myflorida.com

DMS.Veterans@dms.myflorida.com

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 DMS Human Resources (HR) Office at 850-488-2707. DMS requests that applicants notify HR 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, Florida Statutes, Drug-Free Workplace Act.

The State of Florida and DMS participate in E-Verify. This federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Successful completion of a background screening will be required for this position.

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.