Attorney (Florida House of Representatives) Date: Dec 26, 2024 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\_operations/human\_resource\_management/for\_job\_applicants/e\_verify) . Do not click the Apply button. Submit an application here (http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fleg/jobs/4658297/attorney-florida-house-of-representatives) at GovernmentJobs.com Job Title Attorney (Florida House of Representatives) Closing Date/Time Continuous Salary Depends on Qualifications Job Type Salaried Full-Time Location Tallahassee, Florida Office H General House General Summary This position functions as a legal expert on a legislative committee, legislators and staff related to health care industry regulation and government human services programs. Under supervision of the committee staff director or a subcommittee policy chief, the attorney provides legal work in the examination and preparation of health care legislation, legislative programs, legal instruments, opinions, or other documents; conducts research to assist a policy chief or staff director; researches and prepares staff analyses, reports, legislation and amendments; and provides counsel and advice to legislative committees. FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: Pursuant to sections 112.3144 and 112.3145, F.S., this position is required to electronically file aForm 1 – Statement of Financial Interests (https://disclosure.floridaethics.gov/2023/form/1/instructions/print) with the Florida Commission on Ethics within 30 days of hire. Salary Salary commensurate with experience. The Legislature offers a competitive benefits package. This position is not eligible for remote work. Examples of Work Performed + Conducts legal research on state and federal health care laws, regulations and caselaw, and preparation of legal opinions on questions submitted by authorized persons. + Performs legal research concerning the interpretation of Florida law and on other matters in question for Legislators and staff; answers telephone inquiries and composes routine responses to constituents. + Provides legal counsel and advice to legislators and legislative committees on complex legal matters including the development of legislation and legislative programs; interprets state and federal legislation and regulations related to programs of any relevant governmental unit. + Recommends needed changes to legislation based upon trends in case law, agency comment or citizen request. + Researches and drafts legislation and amendments to legislation at the direction of committee chairman, committee members, and other legislators. + Analyzes and objectively summarizes proposed legislation to determine its effectiveness and the impact of its passage on the state and other entities and individuals. + Assists in planning committee and subcommittee meetings including speakers, presentations, and materials. + Reviews agency action pursuant to Chapter 120, the Administrative Procedures Act, to identify instances of the invalid exercise of delegated legislative authority; monitors Florida court cases and administrative decisions and advises agencies accordingly; reviews statutes passed each session and calls to the attention of the agencies all those which may require administrative rule promulgation, repeal or amendment. + Serves as liaison with State agencies. + Performs other related duties as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities + Knowledge of legal terminology. + Knowledge of Florida laws and legal procedure. + Skill in reading comprehension, analysis, research, and organization. + Ability to provide legal counsel. + Ability to interpret state and federal legislation, laws, and rules. + Ability to employ legal reasoning and to foresee possible legal problems. + Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing. + Ability to take action in situations which lack clear direction. + Ability to take initiative on independent research projects. + Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public, press, and lobbyists. + Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments. + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. + Ability to use independent judgment when releasing information to the public. + Ability to collect and analyze data. + Ability to conduct meetings and to make presentations. + Ability to perform legal writing and prepare various legal documents. + Ability to research legal documents and legal references. Minimum Qualifications Attorney in good standing with The Florida Bar. Accommodation for Disability If an accommodation is needed for a disability, please notify Human Resources at (850) 488-6803. Do not click the Apply button. Submit an application here (http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fleg/jobs/4658297/attorney-florida-house-of-representatives) at GovernmentJobs.com Location: TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee