Job o’ the Day: Entry Level Attorney with FL Children’s Legal Services, Department of Children & Families in Tampa
From the PSJD job posting:
Children’s Legal Services of the Department of Children and Families (DCF) is currently seeking to fill an entry-level attorney position for our Rockledge office, which is located in Brevard County on the East Coast of Florida.
Attorneys for Children’s Legal Services represent the people of the State of Florida, through DCF, advocating for the best interests of Florida’s children in dependency proceedings under Chapter 39, Florida Statutes.
The position requires a strong interest in advocating for children’s best interests, good academic credentials, strong writing skills, excellent communication skills, a strong interest in courtroom litigation, excellent critical thinking skills, the ability to work independently, a positive attitude and membership in the Florida Bar.
The starting salary for entry-level positions is $45,000 per year, and includes a benefits package with health-care, life insurance, dental insurance, four weeks paid vacation, paid state holidays off with pay, a personal day, paid sick leave, and a state-funded retirement package.
The deadline to apply is April 16, 2013. For more information, view the full job listing at PSJD.org (log-in required).