Do not click the Apply button. Apply at GovernmentJobs.com General Summary This position functions as a legal expert on a legislative committee, legislators and staff related to health care industry regulation and government human services programs. Under supervision of the committee staff director or a subcommittee policy chief, the attorney provides legal work in the examination and preparation of health care legislation, legislative programs, legal instruments, opinions, or other documents; conducts research to assist a policy chief or staff director; researches and prepares staff analyses, reports, legislation and amendments; and provides counsel and advice to legislative committees. FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: Pursuant to sections 112.3144 and 112.3145, F.S., this position is required to electronically file a Form 1 – Statement of Financial Interests with the Florida Commission on Ethics within 30 days of hire. Examples of Work Performed • Conducts legal research on state and federal health care laws, regulations and caselaw, and prepares legal opinions on questions submitted by authorized persons. • Performs legal research concerning the interpretation of Florida law and on other matters in question for Legislators and staff. • Researches and drafts legislation and amendments to legislation at the direction of committee chairman, committee members, and other legislators. • Analyzes and objectively summarizes proposed legislation to determine its effectiveness and the impact of its passage on the state and other entities and individuals. • Provides legal counsel and advice to legislators and legislative committees on complex legal matters including the development of legislation and legislative programs; interprets state and federal legislation and regulations related to programs of any relevant governmental unit. • Recommends needed changes to legislation based upon trends in case law, agency comment or citizen request. • Assists in planning committee and subcommittee meetings including speakers, presentations, and materials. • Reviews agency action pursuant to Chapter 120, the Administrative Procedures Act, to identify instances of the invalid exercise of delegated legislative authority; monitors Florida court cases and administrative decisions and advises agencies accordingly; reviews statutes passed each session and calls to the attention of the agencies all those which may require administrative rule promulgation, repeal or amendment. • Serves as liaison with State agencies. • Performs other related duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Knowledge of legal terminology. • Knowledge of Florida laws and legal procedure. • Skill in reading comprehension, analysis, research, and organization. • Ability to provide legal counsel. • Ability to interpret state and federal legislation, laws, and rules. • Ability to employ legal reasoning and to foresee possible legal problems. • Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Ability to take action in situations which lack clear direction. • Ability to take initiative on independent research projects. • Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public, press, and lobbyists. • Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. • Ability to use independent judgment when releasing information to the public. • Ability to collect and analyze data. • Ability to conduct meetings and to make presentations. • Ability to perform legal writing and prepare various legal documents. • Ability to research legal documents and legal references. Minimum Qualifications Attorney in good standing with The Florida Bar. Salary Salary commensurate with experience. The Legislature offers a competitive benefits package. Submission of Application Interested parties may apply with cover letter and resume via GovernmentJobs.com or send an Alternate Application to: Office of Administration & Professional Development Florida House of Representatives 402 South Monroe Street, 1201 Capitol Tallahassee, Florida 32399 or email [email protected] Accommodation for Disability: If an accommodation is needed for a disability, please notify Human Resources at (850) 488-6803. Do not click the Apply button. Apply at GovernmentJobs.com