ATTORNEY - 55007536

Requisition No: 856873 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: ATTORNEY - 55007536

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 55007536 

Salary:  $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 08/13/2025 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

879 / Turnpike Enterprise

OPEN COMPETITIVE

SELECTED EXEMPT SERVICE

CONTACT PERSON:  Mark Dlugokienski, Turnpike Enterprise Chief Counsel

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: (407) 264-3175

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: mark.dlugokienski@dot.state.fl.us

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

Our Mission

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

Our Vision

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The Work You Will Do:

This is an Attorney position in our Turnpike Enterprise office located in Ocoee, Florida.

This position will be responsible for thoroughly researching all state and federal statutes, court cases, rules and regulations affecting the operations of the Department's offices that the attorney may be assigned to specifically and regularly advise and represent.  Responsible for being familiar with the operations of those offices and advising personnel in those offices regarding their legal powers and duties, how the law affects their operations, and the implementation of policies and rules.

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. 

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development.  Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses. 

Where You Will Work:

You are a part of the Office of the General Counsel statewide team and will work in our Turnpike Enterprise Chief Counsel’s office located at the Turkey Lake Service Plaza, Building 5315, Mile Marker 263, Florida’s Turnpike.

Annual Salary Range:

$70,000.00  - $80,000.00

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Responsible for thoroughly researching all state and federal statutes, court cases, rules and regulations affecting the operations of the Department's offices that the attorney may be assigned to specifically and regularly advise and represent.  Responsible for being familiar with the operations of those offices and advising personnel in those offices regarding their legal powers and duties, how the law affects their operations, and the implementation of policies and rules.

Responsible for drafting, and review of contracts. Assists with responding to public records requests and subpoenas, as assigned.

Responsible for representing the Department in legal proceedings, and representing the Department in public meetings, negotiations, and other legal matters.

Qualifying Questions will not disqualify an applicant.

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Litigation and civil rules of procedure and practice and Government In the Sunshine Law.
• The principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communications.

Ability to:

• Understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Utilize problem solving techniques.
• Work independently.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Use word processing, graphic presentation software, database, and mainframe applications.

Licensure/Registration/Certification Requirements:

• Must be a member of The Florida Bar

Other Job-Related Requirements:

• This position requires overnight travel.
• This position requires a Level 1 Background Check.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.  QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.  In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities.  Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided.  Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance.  

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.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.