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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Link to
State of Florida Application in PDF form.
Link to writeable State
of Florida Application (DOC)
Chief Deputy Clerk
Current Job Opportunity
Date: January 20, 2010
Closing Date: February 15, 2010
Position Number: 00068
Position Title: Chief Deputy Clerk - District Court
Job Location: First District Court of Appeal, Tallahassee, Florida
Salary Range: $43,193.52 - $82,067.64 (Annually*)
*Anticipated hiring salary at approximately $70,000.00, dependent upon work
experience.
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The essential function of the position within the organization is to manage
operations of the Office of the Clerk of the District Court under direction
of the Clerk. The position is responsible for supervising staff; acting on
and issuing orders as directed by the court; responding to and handling
inquiries regarding court policies, procedures and cases; and managing
fiscal, clerical and administrative functions of the Office of the Clerk.
The position works independently, reporting major activities through
periodic meetings.
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Education and Training Guidelines:
Additional relevant experience may substitute for the recommended
educational level on a year-for-year basis and additional relevant education
may substitute for the recommended experience on a year-for-year basis.
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, law or a closely related field
and six years of related experience, including extensive knowledge of
operations of the Office of the Clerk of Court and the State Courts System
**Previous court or legal experience is required, including knowledge of the
Florida Appellate Rules. Membership in The Florida Bar helpful, but not
required.
**Experience in Case Management System highly desirable.
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Competencies:
Data Responsibility:
Directs others in major events and reports on activities and results.
People Responsibility:
Supervises or directs others by determining or interpreting work procedures,
assigning specific duties, maintaining harmonious relations, and promoting
efficiency.
Assets Responsibility:
Requires responsibility and opportunity for achieving major economies and/or
preventing major losses through assisting with the management of a moderate
sized department, authorizing expenditures of large amounts of money,
supervising the purchasing of high value materials, supplies and equipment,
or providing routine legal counsel.
Mathematical Requirements:
Uses practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios and
proportions, measurements, or logarithms; may use algebraic solutions of
equations and equalities, deductive geometry, and/or descriptive statistics.
Communications Requirements:
Reads professional publications; composes complex reports and manuals;
speaks formally to groups outside the organization.
Complexity of Work:
Performs coordinating work involving guidelines and rules with constant
problem solving; requires continuous, close attention for accurate results
or frequent exposure to unusual pressure.
Impact of Decisions:
Makes decisions with moderately serious impact - affects work unit and may
affect other units or citizens.
Equipment Usage:
Handles machines, tools, equipment, or work aids involving moderate latitude
for judgment regarding attainment of standard or in selecting appropriate
items, such as computers, peripherals, or software programs, such as word
processing, spreadsheets or custom applications and Case Management System.
Safety to Others
Requires some responsibility for safety and health of others and/or for
occasional enforcement of the standards of public safety or health.
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Special Comments:
**The Chief Deputy must possess the knowledge and skills necessary to
perform all the duties of the Clerk of Court in his absence. This position
serves as day-to-day supervisor for Clerk's office staff and therefore
should have excellent working knowledge of all personnel rules and
regulations. This position is in constant contact with the Judges and their
staff, other courts throughout the State, attorneys, the general public and
the Office of the State Court's Administrator.
**Knowledge of Windows Operating Systems and Web based applications
essential. Knowledge of word processing applications such as Word or Word
Perfect essential. Ability to communicate clearly and work courteously with
co-workers and the public. Ability to exercise discretion and
confidentiality.
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How to Apply:
Submit a current and complete State of Florida application, a resume and
verification of required education (i.e., copy of high school diploma, copy
of college degree or college transcript) to:
Marshal's Office
First District Court of Appeal
301 South Martin Luther King Boulevard
Tallahassee, FL 32399
Phone: 850-488-8136
Fax: 850-488-7989
Legal Jobs
The
Worker’s Compensation Unit is currently
soliciting applicants for a Staff Attorney position.
DESCRIPTION:
In 2008, the Florida Legislature authorized the creation of a
specialized Workers’ Compensation Unit at the
First District Court of Appeal. The First District has exclusive
state-wide jurisdiction for all workers’ compensation appeals. Workers’
Compensation Unit Staff Attorneys prepare summaries for cases, which
includes reviewing the case file, summarizing the facts and arguments,
and analyzing the issues involved. Staff Attorneys also attend oral
arguments and case conferences, assist in drafting opinions, review
opinions for content and form prior to their release, do research,
assist with speeches and presentations, and perform any other duties as
assigned by the Chief Judge or Director. Staff Attorneys must have the
ability to reason logically and analytically as many workers’
compensation cases involve complex legal issues and factual matters.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants should be in the top ten percent, and must be in the top
quartile, of their class, have excellent writing skills, and devote
great attention to detail. They should be proficient in word processing
and Westlaw usage, and work well independently. Law review or
comparable experience preferred. Attorneys experienced in the practice
of workers’ compensation law are encouraged to apply.
Florida Bar Exam
Required.
SALARY:
The minimum
salary for a new attorney position is $45,556.08, with Florida Bar
membership. The minimum salary for a career attorney position is
$59,607.00; a career attorney has at least five (5) years of
experience. Appointments above the minimum may be made based on
additional experience.
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.
APPLICATION:
Cover letter, resume, list of references, law school transcript
(unofficial copy acceptable), and writing sample (preferably not a
brief).
Applications and inquiries should
be emailed to
johnsonc@1dca.org
or mailed to:
Caroline
Johnson
Director of
the Workers’ Compensation Unit
First District Court of Appeal
301 S. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Tallahassee, FL 32399-1850
(850)
487-1000 x173
Judge
Simone Marstiller is currently soliciting
resumes for a two-year clerkship.
DESCRIPTION:
Law clerks prepare summaries for cases, which includes reviewing the
case file, summarizing the facts and arguments, and analyzing the issues
involved. Law clerks also attend oral arguments and case conferences,
assist in drafting opinions, review opinions for content and form prior
to their release, do research, assist with speeches and presentations,
and perform any other duties as assigned by the judge. Law clerks must
have the ability to reason logically and analytically as many cases
involve complex legal issues and factual matters. The First District
Court of Appeal is a general jurisdiction appeals court with a broad mix
of civil, criminal, and administrative cases.
Include in your application: Resume, list of references, two
writing samples, and law school transcript (unofficial copy acceptable).
Qualifications include: Excellent academic credentials, top 10
percent class rank, and law review or comparable experience preferred.
Florida Bar Exam Required.
Salary:
The minimum
salary for law clerks is $45,556.08. Appointments above the minimum may
be made based on experience. Appointments are 10% below the minimum
($41,000.88) if the individual is not a member of The Florida Bar.
Applications
and inquiries should be mailed to:
Marshal’s Office
Attn: Leslie Tharp
First District Court of Appeal
301 S. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Tallahassee, FL 32399-1850
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 for all legal
positions should be directed to:
Linda Bulecza
Director of Staff Attorneys
First District Court of Appeal
301 S. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Tallahassee, FL 32301-1661
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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