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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior assistant in Florida is $60,718.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34,400.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior assistant?

Senior Assistants are experienced administrative professionals who provide high-level support to executives, managers, or departments within an organization. Their responsibilities typically include managing schedules, organizing meetings, preparing reports, and handling sensitive information. They often supervise other administrative staff and may be involved in project coordination, budgeting, and communication with internal and external stakeholders. Senior Assistants play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of an office and often act as a liaison between upper management and other employees.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior assistant?

To thrive as a Senior Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in office administration, often supported by a relevant diploma or degree. Familiarity with office software suites (such as Microsoft Office), scheduling tools, and document management systems is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and discretion are standout soft skills in this position. These competencies ensure efficient support for executives or teams, smooth workflow management, and the upholding of professional standards within the organization.

What are some common challenges senior assistants face when supporting multiple executives or departments?

Senior Assistants frequently juggle competing priorities and tight deadlines when supporting multiple executives or departments. Balancing diverse schedules, managing confidential information, and anticipating each leader's unique needs can be demanding. Effective communication, strong organizational skills, and adaptability are crucial to ensure that all tasks are completed efficiently and accurately. Building strong relationships with team members and understanding the broader organizational goals can help Senior Assistants navigate these challenges successfully.

What is the difference between Senior Assistant vs Administrative Assistant?

AspectSenior AssistantAdministrative Assistant
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles may prefer associate or bachelor’s degreeHigh school diploma; some roles may require additional certifications
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, often supporting senior staff or departmentsOffice settings, providing general administrative support
Employer & Industry UsageCorporate, government, educational institutionsCorporate, healthcare, government, nonprofit sectors
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for experience level and responsibilitiesCommonly searched for as entry-level administrative support

The main difference between a Senior Assistant and an Administrative Assistant lies in experience and responsibilities. Senior Assistants typically handle more complex tasks, support higher-level staff, and may require more experience or specialized skills. Administrative Assistants focus on general administrative duties. Both roles are vital in office environments, but Senior Assistants usually have a higher level of responsibility and expertise.

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Infographic showing various Senior Assistant job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,718 per year, or $29.2 per hour.

SENIOR ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL-DLA - 41000750

State of Florida

Tallahassee, FL

$97K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Requisition No: 881866 

Agency: Office of the Attorney General

Working Title: SENIOR ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL-DLA - 41000750

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 41000750 

Salary:  $97,390.80 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 09/04/2026 

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Our Organization and Mission: The Office represents the State of Florida in state and federal civil and criminal courts, from trial courts to the Supreme Court of the United States.

Pay: $97,390.80 Annually

Position Summary: This Senior Assistant Attorney General-DLA position is in the Office of the Attorney General within the General Civil Litigation in Tallahassee, Florida.

Qualifications: 

  • Admission to the Florida Bar and six years of professional experience in the practice of law, legal research, teaching law or in administrative or judicial hearings. The required legal experience must be from the practice of law in a state or territory of the United States. Membership in good standing in another state Bar can substitute for the required admission to the Florida Bar provided that, pursuant to Rule 11-1.10 of the Rules Regulating the Florida Bar, the attorney applies for and obtains admission to the Florida Bar within 12 months of appointment to a position in this class.

The Work You Will Do: This position’s duties include but not limited to the following:

Prosecute and defend civil litigation on behalf of state agencies and officials in all federal and state trial and appellate courts, as requested and as provided by law. Handle settlement negotiations, pleadings, pre-trial, jury and non-jury trials, post-trial and appellate practice. Exercise a thorough working knowledge of federal and state rules of civil procedure, evidence and substantive law. Requires the ability to research and work independently and involves travel in and out of state. The senior assistant attorney general will have greater responsibility  for the more sensitive and complex cases, including class action lawsuits, which deal with the Governor and Cabinet, legislators, agency heads, prosecutors, public defenders and judges.These cases frequently have statewide impact and influence the policy direction of state government.These cases frequently involve emergencies regarding matters of great public importance where response time is minimal and demands are great. The senior assistant attorney general is responsible for cases involving constitutional law, civil rights, torts, employment discrimination, elections, environmental law, etc. This office relies on the experience and leadership of senior level attorneys to provide guidance to the younger attorneys in the office. Since it can be difficult to draw bright-lines separating litigation issues from standard operational issues, all attorneys must be prepared to provide counsel and guidance to agency and official clients on case-related issues and other topics that may be only indirectly related to a specific case but that nevertheless can have an impact on the client’s litigation goals.

  • Research and draft motions, answers, replies, interrogatories, memoranda, briefs, opinions, orders and other miscellaneous pleadings and documents.
  • Attend trials, hearings and appellate oral arguments in court and appear before agency boards and legislative committees.  Performs investigations and all aspects of discovery.
  • Perform routine administrative matter, including supervising attorneys, legal secretaries, paralegals, and interns; attending staff meetings; preparing travel vouchers, time records and case status reports; filing documents, etc.  Assist and advise entry-level attorneys in all of the aforementioned aspects of the office’s practice, and recommend hiring, retention and promotion when asked.  Respond to inquires from the public.
  • Maintain current expertise in areas of practice, including reading recent judicial decisions and case summaries and attending continuing legal education and other professional seminars, while contributing to the office’s bank of legal briefs, memoranda, forms.

Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety.

  • Include supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment.
  • Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed.
  • Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. 
  • It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume” in place of entering work history.
  • If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287.  

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 www.myfrs.com).
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Tuition waivers.
  • And more! For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: To be considered for the position, all applicants must:

Submit a complete and accurate application profile necessary for qualifying such as dates of service, reason for leaving, etc. In addition, all applicants must ensure all employment and/or detailed information about work experience is listed on the application (including military service, self-employment, job-related volunteer work, internships, etc.) and that gaps in employment are explained. NOTE: Any required experience and/or preferences listed in the advertisement must be verified at the time of application.

  • Ensure that applicant responses to qualifying questions are verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the employment application and/or resume. Applicants who do not respond to the qualifying questions will not be considered for this position.
  • The elements of the selection process may include a skill assessment exercise. 
  • Current and future vacancies may be filled from this advertisement for a period of up to six months. Following the six-month period, a new application must be submitted to an open advertisement to be considered for that vacancy.
  • OAG employees are paid biweekly. All state employees are required to participate in the direct deposit program pursuant to s. 110.113, F.S.

 CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS/ DRUG FREE WORKPLACE: All OAG positions are "sensitive or special trust" and require favorable results on a background investigation including fingerprinting, pursuant to s. 110.1127(2)(a), F.S. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free Workplace, all employees are subject to reasonable suspicion or other drug testing in accordance with section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. We hire only U.S. citizens and those lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

E-VERIFY STATEMENT: The Office of the Attorney General participates in the U.S. government’s employment eligibility verification program (E-Verify). E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States after completion of the employment eligibility verification form (i-9).

PERSONS WITH DISABILITY/ADA STATEMENT: The OAG supports the employment of individuals with disabilities and encourages them to seek employment within our agency. If you need an accommodation because of a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, in order to participate in the application process, please notify the people first service center at 877-562-7287.  If you need accommodation during the selection process, please notify the hiring authority in advance to allow sufficient time to provide accommodation.

REMINDERS: Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website at: https: //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. If you return to FRS employment before satisfying the required waiting period, your retirement may be voided, and you may have to repay all benefits you have received, including any Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) payout.

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 (1-866-663-4735). 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.

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