Closing Date: 12th May, 2026

Description:

Open Competitive

Selected Exempt Service

Contact Person: Alicia Trujillo, District 6 Chief Counsel

Contact Phone Number: (305) 470-5374

Contact Email Address: Alicia.Trujillo@dot.State.Fl.Us

Join Fdot and Be Part of The Team that Works as One to Improve Safety, Enhance Mobility and Inspire Innovation in The Florida Transportation System.

To Ensure Honesty and Transparency, All Applicants Must Provide Their Own Work. Unless Explicitly Requested, the Use of Artificial Intelligence (ai) Tools to Assist with Qualifying Questions, Work Samples, or Interviews Is Strictly Prohibited, and Any Breach of This Requirement Will Lead to The Applicant Being Removed from Consideration.

Candidates Must Be United States (u.S.) Citizens or Lawfully Authorized Alien Workers. Visa Sponsorship Is Not Available.

Our Mission:
The Mission of The Florida Department of Transportation Is to Provide a Safe Statewide Transportation System that Promotes the Efficient Movement of People and Goods, Supports the State's Economic Competitiveness, Prioritizes Florida's Environment and Natural Resources, and Preserves the Quality of Life and Connectedness of The State's Communities.

Our Vision:
As a One Fdot Team, We Serve the People of Florida by Providing a Transportation Network that Is Well Planned, Supports Economic Growth, and Has the Goal of Being Congestion and Fatality Free.

The Work You Will Do:
This Is a Senior Attorney Position in Our District 6 Chief Counsel's Office

This Position Will Be Responsible for Providing Legal Counsel and Advice to District Staff Concerning the Day-To-Day Operations and Business of The Department, Including the Negotiation, Drafting, and Review of Contracts, Funding Agreements, Joint Project Agreements, Joint Participation Agreements, Intergovernmental Agreements, Permits, and Agreements Concerning the Use of Department Right-Of-Way and Acquisition of Interests in Real Estate, Consistent with The Direction and Advice Provided on A Statewide Basis, as Established by The General Counsel.

The Difference You Will Make:
Through Cooperation, Coordination and Collaboration Among the One Fdot Team, You Will Be Contributing to A Strong and Empowering Culture of Trrec: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.

How You Will Grow:
Fdot Encourages Our Team Members to Grow Through Engagement, Empowerment, Training, and Professional Development. Through Our Agency's Learning Management System, You Have Access to Hundreds of Computer-Based Training and Instructor-Led Courses.

Where You Will Work:
You Are a Part of The Office of The General Counsel Statewide Team and Will Work in Our District 6 Chief Counsel's Office Located at 1000 Nw 111th Avenue, Miami, Fl 33172

Annual Salary Range:
$85,000.00 - $95,000.00

Your Specific Responsibilities:
Responsible for Providing Legal Counsel and Advice to District Staff Concerning the Day-To-Day Operations and Business of The Department, Including the Negotiation, Drafting, and Review of Contracts, Funding Agreements, Joint Project Agreements, Joint Participation Agreements, Intergovernmental Agreements, Permits, and Agreements Concerning the Use of Department Right-Of-Way and Acquisition of Interests in Real Estate, Consistent with The Direction and Advice Provided on A Statewide Basis, as Established by The General Counsel.

Responsible for Providing Legal Representation in All Phases of Eminent Domain Proceedings, Including Research, the Preparation of Pleadings, Discovery, Preparation of Witnesses, Hearings, Settlement Negotiations, and Trial. Responsible for Preparing Real Estate Conveyance Documents. Responsible for Representation in Defense of The Department in Claims of Inverse Condemnation, as Assigned.

Responsible for Thoroughly Researching All State and Federal Statutes, Court Cases, Rules, and Regulations Affecting the Operations of The District Offices that The Attorney May Be Assigned to Specifically and Regularly Advise and Represent. Expected to Be Familiar with The Operations of Those Offices and To Advise Responsible Personnel in Those Offices Regarding Their Legal Powers and Duties, how The Law Affects Their Operations, and The Implementation of Policies and Rules.

Provides Support to Department Attorneys Representing the Department in Claims and Litigation Against and By the Department. Assists with Responding to Public Records Requests and Subpoenas, as Assigned.

The Successful Candidate Will Have the Following Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge Of:

Litigation and Civil Rules of Procedure and Practice and Government in The Sunshine Law.
The Principles and Techniques of Effective Verbal and Written Communications.

Ability To:

Understand and Apply Applicable Rules, Regulations, Policies, and Procedures.
Utilize Problem Solving Techniques.
Work Independently.
Plan, Organize, and Coordinate Work Assignments.
Communicate Effectively Orally and In Writing.
Establish and Maintain Effective Working Relationships with Others.
Use Word Processing, Graphic Presentation Software, Database, and Mainframe Applications.

Licensure/registration/certification Requirements:
Must Be a Member of The Florida Bar

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