GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 13TH CIRCUIT- ATTORNEY- 21012883

Requisition No: 861872 Agency: Justice Administrative Commission Working Title: GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 13TH CIRCUIT- ATTORNEY- 21012883 Pay Plan: Justice Admin Comm. Position Number: 21012883 Salary: $56,650.08 Posting Closing Date: 07/20/2026 Hybrid, Full Time Attorney. This position has the ability to be flexible for a remote work schedule after successful onboarding. About The Organization And The Opportunity The Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office is Florida’s award‑winning, state‑funded child advocacy organization that provides independent legal representation to abused, abandoned and neglected children in Florida’s dependency court proceedings. The Office upholds the highest standards of integrity, excellence and child‑centered representation. Guardian ad Litem Attorneys are assigned by the Office to represent children as part of a multi‑disciplinary team that includes a child welfare professional and community volunteer or pro‑bono attorney. Dependency judges rely on the Guardian ad Litem to provide thorough, accurate information regarding the children under the court’s jurisdiction. Learn more at Benefits Package As an employee with the State of Florida, your benefits are a significant part of your compensation; total compensation inclusive of the benefits listed below is valued at a minimum of $81,037.24. Actual total compensation will vary based on insurance and retirement elections. State of Florida Retirement package – Pension or investment plan (3% employee contribution required)

• 9) Paid state holidays
• 1) Paid personal holiday
• 13) Paid sick leave days
• 176) Annual leave hours

Life insurance $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost for all FTE positions. Employee may purchase additional coverage. Additional supplemental insurances available such as dental, vision, disability, etc. Florida Bar annual dues paid for by the Agency, contingent upon agency approval Public Loan Forgiveness Program No State of Florida income tax for residents of Florida No mandatory night, weekend or holiday scheduled work State Tuition Waiver Program Introductory training on guardianship practice, dependency law and practice fundamentals as well as best practice guidance for attorneys communicating with and representing children. Ongoing live in‑person trainings and webinars on case law, evidence, legal writing, trial skills, and ethics which fulfills CLE requirements; annual advanced litigation skills training. Online training academy with a catalog of introductory and advanced courses on topics including dependency law, child abuse and neglect, substance abuse, psychotropic medications, independent living, developmental disabilities, trauma, human trafficking, educational advocacy, and more. Lexis Nexis legal research search engine access. About The Work This position has the ability to be flexible for a remote work schedule after successful onboarding. Work performed under the supervision of the Managing Attorney or their designee. Guardian ad Litem Attorneys are assigned to represent children and work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team, focusing on timely achievement of permanency and normalcy for the child. Interacts with people in stressful situations and exercises discretion with confidential and sensitive issues before the court. Reviews case files to identify legal issues, conducts an independent investigation, researches and develops legal strategies, files pleadings and motions, and attends court proceedings including hearings, depositions, mediations, and meetings with staff, witnesses, collateral contacts, and the children represented by the Office. Advocates, negotiates for the assigned children inside and outside the courtroom. Performs other duties assigned by management. Incumbents report directly to the Managing Attorney of their assigned Circuit for all legal practice activities and also work under the operational and administrative supervision of the Circuit Director. About The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Possession of legal skills and knowledge sufficient to represent the children appointed to the Office as evidenced by admission to the Florida Bar. Ability to advocate effectively in court on behalf of the child. Knowledge of juvenile law, including relevant rules of procedure and evidence, and guardian ad litem legal representation for children. Ability to communicate effectively and deal tactfully with individuals involved in litigation and stressful situations. Capability to work with individuals from culturally and economically diverse backgrounds. Ability to utilize a personal computer, including software programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. About The Education and Experience Requirements A valid Florida Driver’s License is required. Graduation from an accredited law school, membership in the Florida Bar. Candidates pending admission may be considered if granted by the Executive Director or their designee. An exception for the required experience may be granted by the Executive Director or their designee. Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug‑Free Workplace Statement The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center View phone number on click.appcast.io) in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug‑Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug‑Free Workplace Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Florida