ATTORNEY-ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL-DLA - 41000010

ATTORNEY-ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL-DLA - 41000010

MyFlorida

Tallahassee, FL • On-site

$87.98K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 21 days ago


State Of Florida rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 179 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

47th of 50 rated states


Job description

Requisition No: 875249 

Agency: Office of the Attorney General

Working Title: ATTORNEY-ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL-DLA - 41000010

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 41000010 

Salary:  $87,975.16 

Posting Closing Date: 05/22/2026 

Total Compensation Estimator Tool

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: $87,975.16 Annually

Position Summary: The primary duty of the position is to represent the Florida Department of Revenue in litigation in the state courts and in the Division of Administrative Hearings. Cases involve matters related to tax assessments, refund claims, and ad valorem (property tax) issues statewide. The attorney may be assigned to cases both at the trial and appellate levels.

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and membership of the Florida Bar. Applicants who are law school graduates but not current members of the Florida Bar and third year law students can be considered; however, proof of the Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor and approval to sit for the Florida bar exam must be provided prior to the date of employment. Any employment offer would be contingent upon admission to the bar within 12 months of the date of employment.

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

  • An Attorney-Assistant Attorney General ("A-AAG") is an entry-level position who will initially work largely as co-counsel or under close supervision of a more senior attorney. The A-AAG is expected to research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery, memoranda, briefs, orders, and other documents. The A-AAG will also assist or lead in developing litigation strategy in conjunction with the client, preparing witnesses for depositions and trial, conducting discovery, and preparing for trial or hearing. The attorney will be expected to represent the Department in simple to medium complexity matters, and to co-counsel on more complex matters.
  • The A-AAG is expected to continue to acquire expertise in state tax matters and litigation, including through the OAG's formal training program. As the A-AAG matures professionally, less direct supervision will occur, and the attorney will take on increasingly complex cases.
  • The A-AAG also performs administrative tasks, which may include the following: coordinating work assignments with co-counsel, administrative secretaries, paralegals, and interns; attending bureau staff meetings; preparing travel vouchers, time records and case status reports; filing documents, etc.

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.


What State Of Florida employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom




Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Assistant Attorney General?

A: To succeed as an Assistant Attorney General, one must possess strong technical skills in areas such as law, policy analysis, and public speaking, as well as domain-specific expertise in areas like litigation, legislation, or regulatory affairs. Additionally, essential soft skills include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. These strengths enable Assistant Attorneys General to provide effective counsel, advocate for the government's interests, and contribute to the development of sound policies and laws.

Q: What is the career path for a Assistant Attorney General?

A: A typical career path for an Assistant Attorney General involves progression from entry-level roles such as Assistant Attorney or Deputy Attorney, to mid-level positions like Senior Assistant Attorney or Deputy Chief Counsel, and ultimately to senior roles like Chief Counsel or Deputy Attorney General. Throughout their career, Assistant Attorneys General can develop key skills in areas such as litigation, policy analysis, and leadership, with opportunities to specialize in specific areas of law and gain experience in high-stakes decision-making. Long-term, they may pursue leadership positions within government agencies, private practice, or academia, or transition into roles such as judges, prosecutors, or government officials.



MyFlorida job posting for a ATTORNEY-ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL-DLA - 41000010 in Tallahassee, FL with a salary of $87,975 Annually and benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, Life, and Retirement with a map of Tallahassee location.