SENIOR ATTORNEY - 55000648

Requisition No: 874951 Agency: Department of Transportation Working Title: SENIOR ATTORNEY - 55000648 Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 55000648 Salary: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 Posting Closing Date: 05/19/2026 Job Posting Description Office of General Counsel, 550 / 916, Office of General Counsel Contact Person Michael Hardy, Chief Counsel Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io About The Office Of The General Counsel The Office of the General Counsel provides practical, solutions‑focused legal advice to support the Department’s statewide programs, projects, and operational needs. Attorneys work closely with program leadership and technical experts to ensure the Department’s initiatives are delivered effectively, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable law. Attorneys are encouraged to develop subject‑matter expertise while also collaborating across sections to address complex or interdisciplinary issues. The Work You Will Do This is a Senior Attorney position in our Contracts & Special Projects Section located at our Tallahassee office. Key responsibilities include representing the Department in the negotiation, drafting, and review of significant contracts and commercial transactions. The role often involves complex and high‑value agreements related to the Department’s transportation programs, although experience with any specific agreement type is not required. Strong general legal, contract, analytical, and communication skills are essential. Attorneys with strong research and writing skills, sound legal judgment, and experience in government, commercial contracting, or regulatory environments are encouraged to apply. The Difference You Will Make By collaborating with the OneFDOT team, you will contribute to a culture of trust, relationships, respect, empowerment, and communication. How You Will Grow FDOT encourages growth through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. You will have access to a learning management system with numerous training courses, and you will work closely with experienced attorneys providing mentor and guidance. Where You Will Work Office of General Counsel statewide team, Contracts & Special Projects Section, 605 Suwannee Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0458. Annual Salary Range $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 Your Specific Responsibilities

• Represent the Department in negotiation, drafting, and review of procurements and significant contracts and commercial transactions, including funding agreements, transportation development and project agreements, public‑private transportation system agreements, intergovernmental agreements, transit agreements, rail agreements, intermodal transportation system agreements, and agreements affecting the use of the Department right‑of‑way.
• Conduct thorough research of all state and federal statutes, court cases, rules and regulations affecting Department operations. Provide regular advice on legal powers, duties, and policy implementation to office personnel.
• Perform legal analysis of proposed legislation impacting the Department and provide advice regarding financing of transportation facilities, including bonds, loans, and other financing mechanisms.

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge Of Contract law and general principles of government procurement or commercial transactions. Administrative law and the foundational procedural principles relevant to agency operations. The principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communications. Skilled In Gathering, analyzing, and synthesizing information to create clear, persuasive and well‑structured documents. Ability To Exercise sound legal judgment. Understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Utilize problem‑solving techniques. Work independently. Plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Use word processing, graphic presentation software, database, and mainframe applications. Licensure/Registration/Certification Requirements Must be a member of The Florida Bar. Other Job-Related Requirements This position requires a Level 1 background check. Benefits Health insurance (over 90% employer paid). $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid). Dental, vision and supplemental insurances. State of Florida retirement package. 10 paid holidays a year. Generous vacation and sick leave. Career advancement opportunities. Tuition waiver for public college courses. A variety of training opportunities. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Special Requirements You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. EEO Statement The Florida Department of Transportation values and supports the employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities affirmative action plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities. Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or the People First Service Center View phone number on click.appcast.io) in advance. Drug-Free Workplace 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