Description:
Position Specific DescriptionThis position is for a development, environmental, land use and zoning attorney with a minimum of three years of experience. Specifically, we are seeking an individual who is licensed in Florida. Generally, the work includes (1) environmental legal work, including permitting and compliance in Florida under State and federal environmental regulations, and (2) other development work, including land use and zoning work, representing developers and builders at the local government, state, and federal level. This background may include government, in-house, NGO or other relevant experience.
The attorney may also have experience in administrative law, representing clients in quasi-judicial hearings and administrative legal challenges, and appearing in administrative hearings for permitting, development and other approvals. This role will require assisting developers and environmental service experts throughout the licensing and permitting process for large infrastructure projects, including generation, transmission and distribution. The candidate will also handle compliance and enforcement issues for the company.
Job Overview:
Employees in this job participate in complex legal matters and projects and deliver timely and quality legal services to clients with moderate supervision.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provides written and oral legal advice to clients
- Anticipates and guards against legal risks involving the organization
- Works to ensure budget compliance and avoids the need for outside counsel
- Ensures disclosure of potentially material legal issues to senior leadership
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
- Member in Good Standing of State Bar
- High School Grad / GED
- Juris Doctorate
- Bachelor's Degree
- Experience: 2+ years
Preferred Qualifications:
None
