Senior attorney - law

Environmental Protection
Working Title: SENIOR ATTORNEY - 37020823

ATTORNEY - SES

Department of Environmental Protection
This Advertisement may be used to fill Multiple Attorney Positions
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Office of General Counsel, in Tallahassee is seeking to fill an attorney position in the Contracts Unit of the Office of General Counsel. Although this position is within DEP, no experience with environmental law is necessary. This position is primarily transactional and will focus on government contracting, grant, and procurement laws. Consult on and review grant agreements (both state and federal), settlement agreements, memorandums of understanding and memorandums of agreement, interagency agreements, and data sharing agreements. Participate in the creation of procurement, grant, and contract templates and standard contracts for the purchase of commodities and contractual services. This position will review procurements, contracts and grant documents. This position will also assist various DEP programs in rulemaking and assist litigation attorneys with bid protests.

Knowledge of and comfortable with computers and business software such as Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint).

• A willingness to actively participate, communicate and collaborate with team members, gage legal risk, provide proactive guidance, respond to client and co-worker queries, and timely and effectively resolve issues.
• Ability to handle high volume in a fast-paced environment with quality and accuracy while being self-motivated and organized.
• Ability to conduct legal research on issues including but not limited to administrative law and procedure, and state rules regarding solicitation, procurement, contracts, and grants, as well as federal rules regarding grants. Which is to include proficiency with online research tools such as Westlaw and Lexis Nexis.
• Must be a Member of Good Standing with the Florida Bar and, preferably, have at least 5 years of verifiable related experience as an attorney, and possess a valid driver’s license.

Governmental contract, grant, procurement, or real estate experience preferred.

S alary will be commensurate with years of legal experience.

The DEP is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

Tallahassee, Florida’s Capital City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combine old world charm with a modern pace of life. 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 (For more information, please click );
• We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:

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