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ASST STW PROSECUTOR-SENIOR ATTORNEY-DLA - 41002029

State of Florida, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, us, 33336

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ASST STW PROSECUTOR-SENIOR ATTORNEY-DLA - 41002029

Date: Oct 6, 2025 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. Requisition No: 862470 Agency: Office of the Attorney General Working Title: ASST STW PROSECUTOR-SENIOR ATTORNEY-DLA - 41002029 Our Organization and Mission:

The Office represents the State of Florida in state and federal civil and criminal courts, from trial courts to the Supreme Court of the United States. Pay:

$113,622.08 Annually Position Summary:

A senior attorney employed by the Office of Statewide Prosecution serves as an Assistant Statewide Prosecutor and Assistant Statewide Grand Jury Legal Adviser, under the direction and supervision of a Bureau Chief Assistant Statewide Prosecutor. Qualifications: Membership in the Florida Bar and five years of criminal trial law experience. Preference may be given to applicants with criminal prosecution experience. The Work You Will Do: Reviewing and evaluating evidence for prosecution of criminal cases. Submitting all necessary data and recommendations to the Chief Assistant for intake decisions to accept or reject cases for prosecution. Advising and assisting the investigating agency in the completion of investigations and preparation of cases for prosecution. Making charging decisions based on all relevant and material factors available, in consultation with the Bureau Chief Assistant. Establishing contact and coordination with other divisions within the Department of Legal Affairs, or other law enforcement or regulatory agencies. Preparing and filing charging instruments. Coordinating the surrender or arrest of criminal defendants on the charges filed. Representing the State at bond hearings. Determining the scope of discoverable materials and ensuring compliance with applicable discovery requirements. Representing the State in pre-trial motion practice and at all calendar calls of the court. Representation of the State at trial on the charges. Representation of the State at post-trial hearings and sentencing proceedings. Establishing and maintaining contact with the Assistant Attorney General assigned to handle appellate matters. Requesting the recovery of the costs associated with the prosecution. Conducting and memorializing post-case review sessions with the investigating agencies and appropriate supervisors. Participating in the Statewide Grand Jury process under the direct supervision of the Statewide Prosecutor. Following established policies and procedures regarding the operation of the Statewide Grand Jury. Attending and participating in local, regional, and statewide investigative intelligence meetings and task forces. Maintaining proper documentation, according to Office policy, of all work performed. Assisting the Statewide Prosecutor in the formulation of legislative priorities for criminal justice reform. Properly representing the Office through courteous, professional, and ethical conduct and demeanor at all times. Maintaining continued professional development in the legal field. Traveling, as required, to perform the investigative, litigation, and training functions of the Office. Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety. Include supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment. Account for and explain any gaps in employment. Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume” in place of entering work history. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287. The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: Annual and Sick Leave benefits. Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year. State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options. Retirement plan options, including employer contributions. IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To be considered for the position, all applicants must: Submit a complete and accurate application profile necessary for qualifying. Ensure all employment and/or detailed information about work experience is listed on the application. Ensure applicant responses to qualifying questions are verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the employment application and/or resume. The elements of the selection process may include a skill assessment exercise. Current and future vacancies may be filled from this advertisement for a period of up to six months. OAG employees are paid biweekly. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS/ DRUG FREE WORKPLACE:

All OAG positions are 'sensitive or special trust' and require favorable results on a background investigation including fingerprinting. E-VERIFY STATEMENT:

The Office of the Attorney General participates in the U.S. government’s employment eligibility verification program (E-Verify). PERSONS WITH DISABILITY/ADA STATEMENT:

The OAG supports the employment of individuals with disabilities and encourages them to seek employment within our agency. REMINDERS:

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

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