Requisition No: 844800 

Agency: Florida Gaming Control Commission

Working Title: SENIOR ATTORNEY - 41500088

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 41500088 

Salary:  $75,000.00 - $77,250.00 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 01/31/2025 

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Florida Gaming Control Commission
Office of the General Counsel
 

Senior Attorney
Position Number: 41500088
Hiring Salary:  $75,000.00 -$77,250.00 annually
 

*OPEN COMPETITIVE*
 

**APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A WRITING SAMPLE**

 

Overview:

The Florida Gaming Control Commission (“Commission”) is a five-member commission. Our mission is to preserve and protect the integrity of gaming activities through fair regulation, licensing, effective criminal investigation, and enforcement.

 

The Commission regulates legal gambling in the state, including licensed pari-mutuel wagering facilities, cardrooms, and slot machine gaming facilities. In addition, through the Division of Gaming Enforcement, the Commission investigates criminal gambling activity and enforces the state’s criminal gambling laws.
 

The Division of Gaming Enforcement is a criminal justice agency comprised of sworn law enforcement officers and criminal intelligence analysts handling complex cases involving RICO, money laundering, and illegal gambling throughout the state.
 

Working at the Commission provides an exciting opportunity to participate in regulating authorized gaming and enforcing cutting-edge laws in the gambling industry. This means employees get to tackle emerging issues and make a real impact.
 

The Commission takes pride in offering a supportive work environment that fosters growth and collaboration.
 

Position Responsibilities:

The Office of General Counsel supports the Commission by providing legal counsel on all matters under the Commission’s jurisdiction and prosecuting noncompliance with Florida’s gambling laws.
 

As a Senior Attorney in the litigation unit, you will play a crucial role in all aspects of administrative and civil litigation, including: advising the Commission on a variety of complex legal issues involving permitting, licensure, and compliance with Florida gambling laws; conducting legal research, drafting charging documents and appellate briefs, and engaging in motion practice; representing the Commission in administrative and civil courts; and presenting cases in front of the Commission at scheduled meetings.
 

This position will operate under the supervision of a Chief Attorney.
 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Skill in drafting legal documents;
  • Skill in managing multiple complex cases;
  • Ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel;
  • Ability to prioritize work;
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment;
  • Ability to communicate effectively;
  • Ability to conduct legal research;
  • Ability to make oral presentations in court and in large groups;
  • Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments;
  • Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques;
  • Ability to work independently;
  • Ability to manage a litigation case load;
  • Ability to recognize and act on emerging issues and shifting priorities;
  • Ability to adapt to changing work volume and variety and work efficiently under stressful situations; and
  • Ability to travel.
 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Admission to the Florida Bar;
• Two (2) years of professional experience in the practice of law, legal research, teaching law or in administrative or judicial hearings; and
• A valid driver's license.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Florida’s Administrative Procedure Act or criminal law is preferred but not required.

 

Where you will work:

This position is located in Tallahassee, Florida.