Esi
Industries and Professional Activities Legislative Attorney
Esi, Tallahassee, Florida, us, 32318
Please note all applicants must be a current US resident.
Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap.
ESI is now hiring an Industries and Professional Activities Legislative Attorney in the Tallahassee, FL.
POSITION SUMMARY:
ESI is seeking an Industries and Professional Activities Legislative Attorney who is responsible for conducting research, analyzing legislation, bills, and documents, drafting bills and amendments, and providing counsel to legislators and legislative committees. This position will focus on matters related to business and professional regulation and licensing; alcoholic beverages, hotels, and restaurants; gaming and issues related to the Florida Gaming Commission; construction professionals and the Florida Building Code; and technology, data privacy and social media.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required. Membership in good standing with The Florida Bar is preferred, but candidates who are eligible to sit for the Florida Bar or are licensed in another jurisdiction will also be considered. Prior Similar Experience Preferred Ability to walk, stand, stoop, bend, push a cart, or lift during the entire shift Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, including small packages and supplies
PREFERRED SKILLSET:
Skill in reading comprehension, analysis, research, and organization. Ability to comprehend state and federal legislation, laws, and rules. Ability to employ reasoning to foresee possible practical or 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 stakeholders. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality. Ability to collect and analyze data. Ability to conduct meetings and to make presentations. Ability to produce quality work under pressure. Ability to work cooperatively as a team member and to contribute to the efficient internal functioning of the committee staff. Ability to research legal documents and legal references. Knowledge of Florida laws, legal procedure, and legal terminology. Knowledge of Florida state government and legislative rules and procedures.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Analyzes and objectively summarizes proposed legislation to determine its effectiveness and the impact of its passage on the state and other entities and individuals. Researches and drafts legislation, and amendments to legislation, at the direction of the committee chairperson, other legislators, or the policy chief. Monitors and coordinates the progress of committee legislation through the legislative process. Assists in planning committee meetings including: creating the agenda, identifying and confirming speakers, reviewing presentations, and organizing materials. Briefs and advises legislators verbally and in writing on issues to be discussed in committee, on the floor, or with constituents. Recommends needed changes to legislation based upon trends in interpretation and application of the law by courts and based on agency and stakeholder comment. Performs research concerning the interpretation of state laws and rules and on other matters in question for legislators and staff and in response to questions from legislators and the public. Reviews resource materials, reads industry publications, maintains knowledge of issues, communicates with industry representatives and agency personnel, and attends workshops and conferences related to the regulation of: businesses and professionals, alcoholic beverages, tobacco and nicotine, hotels and restaurants, gaming and the Florida Gaming Commission, construction professionals and the Florida Building Code, and technology, data privacy and social media. Monitors the implementation of legislation to ascertain that legislative intent is met. Reviews agency action pursuant to Chapter 120, the Administrative Procedure Act, to identify instances of the invalid exercise of delegated legislative authority, and monitors Florida and federal court cases and administrative decisions. Maintains communications with relevant agency heads, or their assigned deputies, assistants, and agency general counsel. Performs other related duties as required.
For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to our recruiter, Jaime Ohsberg, at jaime@esiworks.com, and include in the subject line: Industries and Professional Activities Legislative Attorney, Tallahassee, FL
ESI COMPANY SUMMARY:
ESI provides comprehensive human resource services for its partner schools. This includes recruiting, staffing, screening, on boarding, payroll and benefits administration. Founded in 2015, ESI has carefully crafted our company culture and reputation based on a deep understanding that staffing is first and foremost about people. We understand the right placement in the right job changes lives. ESI is committed to providing simplified employment solutions through our superior work ethic and industry experience. It is our mission to treat every person we encounter with wholehearted integrity and dedication.
Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap.
ESI is now hiring an Industries and Professional Activities Legislative Attorney in the Tallahassee, FL.
POSITION SUMMARY:
ESI is seeking an Industries and Professional Activities Legislative Attorney who is responsible for conducting research, analyzing legislation, bills, and documents, drafting bills and amendments, and providing counsel to legislators and legislative committees. This position will focus on matters related to business and professional regulation and licensing; alcoholic beverages, hotels, and restaurants; gaming and issues related to the Florida Gaming Commission; construction professionals and the Florida Building Code; and technology, data privacy and social media.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required. Membership in good standing with The Florida Bar is preferred, but candidates who are eligible to sit for the Florida Bar or are licensed in another jurisdiction will also be considered. Prior Similar Experience Preferred Ability to walk, stand, stoop, bend, push a cart, or lift during the entire shift Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, including small packages and supplies
PREFERRED SKILLSET:
Skill in reading comprehension, analysis, research, and organization. Ability to comprehend state and federal legislation, laws, and rules. Ability to employ reasoning to foresee possible practical or 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 stakeholders. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality. Ability to collect and analyze data. Ability to conduct meetings and to make presentations. Ability to produce quality work under pressure. Ability to work cooperatively as a team member and to contribute to the efficient internal functioning of the committee staff. Ability to research legal documents and legal references. Knowledge of Florida laws, legal procedure, and legal terminology. Knowledge of Florida state government and legislative rules and procedures.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Analyzes and objectively summarizes proposed legislation to determine its effectiveness and the impact of its passage on the state and other entities and individuals. Researches and drafts legislation, and amendments to legislation, at the direction of the committee chairperson, other legislators, or the policy chief. Monitors and coordinates the progress of committee legislation through the legislative process. Assists in planning committee meetings including: creating the agenda, identifying and confirming speakers, reviewing presentations, and organizing materials. Briefs and advises legislators verbally and in writing on issues to be discussed in committee, on the floor, or with constituents. Recommends needed changes to legislation based upon trends in interpretation and application of the law by courts and based on agency and stakeholder comment. Performs research concerning the interpretation of state laws and rules and on other matters in question for legislators and staff and in response to questions from legislators and the public. Reviews resource materials, reads industry publications, maintains knowledge of issues, communicates with industry representatives and agency personnel, and attends workshops and conferences related to the regulation of: businesses and professionals, alcoholic beverages, tobacco and nicotine, hotels and restaurants, gaming and the Florida Gaming Commission, construction professionals and the Florida Building Code, and technology, data privacy and social media. Monitors the implementation of legislation to ascertain that legislative intent is met. Reviews agency action pursuant to Chapter 120, the Administrative Procedure Act, to identify instances of the invalid exercise of delegated legislative authority, and monitors Florida and federal court cases and administrative decisions. Maintains communications with relevant agency heads, or their assigned deputies, assistants, and agency general counsel. Performs other related duties as required.
For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to our recruiter, Jaime Ohsberg, at jaime@esiworks.com, and include in the subject line: Industries and Professional Activities Legislative Attorney, Tallahassee, FL
ESI COMPANY SUMMARY:
ESI provides comprehensive human resource services for its partner schools. This includes recruiting, staffing, screening, on boarding, payroll and benefits administration. Founded in 2015, ESI has carefully crafted our company culture and reputation based on a deep understanding that staffing is first and foremost about people. We understand the right placement in the right job changes lives. ESI is committed to providing simplified employment solutions through our superior work ethic and industry experience. It is our mission to treat every person we encounter with wholehearted integrity and dedication.