Senior Attorney - 64065506 | Tallahassee, FL

largest agencies in the State of Florida, which handles matters of public health, wellness and disease prevention.

This is a highly responsible in-person attorney position that will serve in the capacity of providing legal services to the Division of Children's Medical Services (“CMS”).

CMS is a collection of programs that serve children with special health care needs This position is responsible for providing legal guidance to CMS regarding the application of state and federal statutes and regulations governing various activities of Children's Medical Services, including the Children Medical Services Managed Care Plans and Medical Foster Care Programs. The incumbent will handle

all litigation matters and provide clear and consistent counsel to CMS regarding pending litigation, legislative analysis, rule drafting, subrogation liens, subpoena responses, discovery, witness preparation and the protection and redaction of confidential information.

The incumbent is responsible for preparing written legal documents including memoranda, correspondence and litigation pleadings, while incorporating interpretation of federal and state statutes, administrative rules, and court decisions. The incumbent will consult with and advise personnel on a variety of legal issues, requiring thorough research, in a timely and efficient manner. Incumbent will review all policies and

procedures applicable to assigned headquarters activities and programs for legal implications, including the policies' relationships to federal and state laws.

Performs other tasks as assigned by the Chief Legal Counsel, Deputy General Counsel or General Counsel. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The incumbent should be knowledgeable in conducting legal research, analysis and drafting. Qualifications: Must be a member of the Florida Bar in good standing. Litigation experience is preferred but not required. Attorneys with prior experience in either litigation, reviewing policies and/or bill analysis are encouraged to apply. Attorneys skilled in effectively conducting legal research and providing accurate, timely legal opinions are also encouraged to apply.

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values: Mission: To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts. Vision: To be the Healthiest State in the Nation. Values: I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely. C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems. A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect. R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement. Where You Will Work: The Florida Department of Health, State Health Office where the incumbent will work, is in the Southwood community in Tallahassee. The State Health Office is located on a vast compound surrounded by trees, walking trails, lakes, picnic tables, and restaurants within walking distance. The Department promotes the health of its employees and encourages staff to walk the beautiful grounds during breaks. The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck.

The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: Annual and Sick Leave benefits; 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 ); Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition waivers; And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.

mybenefits.. Please be advised: Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http: //www. sss. gov If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility. Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days. Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.

Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.

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 -xyz X). Notification to the hiring authority must be made 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.