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First District Court of Appeal
2000 Drayton Drive.
Tallahassee, Florida

32399-0950
(850) 487-1000 main

(850) 488-6151 clerk's office

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

 

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Non-Legal Jobs

 

  • DEPUTY CLERK POSITION

    Deputy Clerk I (Mandate Clerk) position available. Graduation from high school or GED + 3 yrs legal, court, or secretarial experience. Must be detail oriented with good typing and people skills and have the ability to lift 25 lb boxes overhead. Court and computer experience highly desirable. This is a rare opportunity to join a highly energetic staff of long term court professionals who are known for their outstanding performance and customer service in this, one of the busiest appellate courts in the country. Because of the training time required, only those seeking a long term position should apply. Minimum annual salary for Deputy Clerk I $26,658.48. See court’s web site at www.1dca.org for more information. To be considered, applicants must submit a state application and resume as an attachment to an email to jobs@1dca.org or a paper copy mailed to:

    Marshal’s Office

    First District Court of Appeal

    2000 Drayton Drive

    Tallahassee, Florida  32399

    CLOSING DATE: 02/16/11 at 5:00 p.m. E.O.E. If an accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please call (850) 488-8136 in advance.

 

Legal Jobs

  • SENIOR LAW CLERK (DISTRICT COURT) 8250

    Distinguishing Characteristics of Work:  This is professional work of considerable responsibility conducting legal research, writing and case management activities in the Writs and Motions Unit of the First District Court of Appeal.  Work involves considerable interpretation and judgment in the analysis of broadly diverse legal issues brought before the court.  Working relationships are established primarily with judges, other law clerks, the Clerk and administrative staff within the court.  Work is performed under the direction and general supervision of an attorney supervisor and the Chief Judge and is reviewed in progress as required and upon completion.

    Education and Training Guidelines:  Graduation from an accredited law school and membership in the Florida Bar and two years of experience practicing law subsequent to bar admission.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  Knowledge of legal principles, statutory and case law, court rules and procedures.  Exceptional writing and research skills.  Knowledge of legal publications and the ability to use them efficiently.  Thorough knowledge of grammar and the English language.  Ability to reason logically and analytically.  Ability to quickly grasp, comprehend and analyze complex legal issues and complicated factual details.  Ability to work independently, perform exacting work, and be attentive to details.  Ability to digest and communicate ideas and concepts orally and in writing.  Ability to exercise discretion, confidentiality, impartiality, and honesty in handling matters before the court.  Ability to work effectively with others.

    Annual Salary :  53,585.76

    How to Apply:  Applicants should submit a State of Florida employment application as well as a cover letter, resume, list of references, writing sample, and law school transcript to:

    Marshal’s Office

    First District Court of Appeal

    2000 Drayton Drive

    Tallahassee, Florida  32399

    Closing Date is:  November 4, 2011

     

  • LAW CLERK POSITIONS - General Announcement

The Court is currently soliciting resumes for law clerk and staff attorney positions as they become available.  Excellent academic credentials required.  Top 10 percent class rank and law review editorial experience preferred.  Applications should include a cover letter, resume, list of references, writing sample, and law school transcript.

Qualified individuals are encouraged to submit an application to be kept on file for consideration for all law clerk and staff attorney positions arising during the year. 

 

Applications and inquiries should be directed to:

Linda Bulecza

Director of Staff Attorneys

First District Court of Appeal

2000 Drayton Drive

Tallahassee, FL 32399

 


Successful applicants will be subject to a criminal background check.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WE DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, COLOR, SEX, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN OR DISABILITY.   IF YOU NEED AN ACCOMMODATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE APPLICATION/SELECTION PROCESS, PLEASE CALL THE MARSHAL’S OFFICE AT (850) 487-1000.


 

 


 
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