Current Job Opportunity

The essential function of the position is to assist the judiciary with case management, pending litigation and issues, and/or process criminal and civil appeals. The position is responsible for drafting memoranda, opinions, orders and reports; conducting legal research; reviewing briefs and case files; and advising judges on pending litigation and issues. The position works under the general supervision of the Chief Judge or designee.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

(Omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.)

Conducts legal research of substantive and procedural legal matters and drafts/prepares legal documents, such as opinions, judgments, post-conviction orders, memoranda, or orders concerning extraordinary writs.

Drafts proposed orders for motions filed in and issues arising during death penalty cases; drafts proposed orders imposing a life-or-death sentence in death penalty cases.

Reviews files, evidence, depositions, pleadings, motions, legal briefs, and memoranda of law, proposed orders, and other related documentation in order to advise judges in a variety of legal areas. 

Provides immediate legal research and recommendations required by judges conducting court sessions.

Juris doctorate degree from an accredited law school.

*Salary 10% below minimum if applicant has not passed the Florida Bar.  Annual salary 10% below minimum: $55,682.03.

Membership in the Florida Bar is required within one year of hire.

Position open until filled.

The Florida State Courts System offers a comprehensive selection of State of Florida employee benefits: membership in the Florida Retirement System, optional enrollment in a subsidized Health insurance plan, optional enrollment in Life, Dental, and Disability insurance plans, and paid term life insurance.

For additional information and to apply visit the Fourteenth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida Employment website:

http://www.jud14.ngskmc-eis.net/public-information/employment-opportunities.

Submit verification of education also.

Submit to Doug Williams, Court Administration, Post Office Box 1089, Panama City, Florida 32402; or by email to humanresources@jud14.ngskmc-eis.net

For additional information contact Doug Williams by phone at 850-767-3550.

The successful applicant will be subject to a criminal background check.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex or gender, religion or creed, national origin, age, marital status, genetic, disability, or political opinions or affiliations.

We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or selection process, please call the contact person at the contact information indicated for each respective position.

Persons using a TTY or TDD may call the contact person through the FLORIDA RELAY SERVICE: Voice is 1-800-955-8770, TDD is 1-800-955-8771, NATIONAL RELAY SERVICE is 711.