STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 4TH CIRCUIT ASSISTANT STATE ...

Requisition No: 854972 Agency: Justice Administrative CommissionWorking Title: STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 4TH CIRCUIT ASSISTANT STATE ATTORNEY - 21011661 Pay Plan: St.AttorneysJAC PIBPosition Number: 21011661 Salary: $65,000.00 Posting Closing Date: 12/31/2025 Total Compensation Estimator ToolState Attorney's Office for the Fourth Judicial Circuit of FloridaJOB DESCRIPTIONDo you want to learn how to try a case and become a trial lawyer? The State Attorney's Office for Florida's Fourth Judicial Circuit invites you to apply for the position of Assistant State Attorney. Our office is responsible for the prosecution of all crimes committed in Duval, Clay, and Nassau counties. We employ over 110 prosecutors and handle over 55,000 cases annually.Endearingly known as "Jax" by locals, the city of Jacksonville is synonymous with Duval County. It is the largest city by land area in the continental United States at 840 square miles, with over 22 miles of beaches. Jax, Clay, and Nassau counties boast the country's largest urban park system, the scenic St. John's River, world-class fishing, the NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars, the PGA Player's Championship, and top-rated craft brewers and coffee roasters. Jacksonville is often listed as a top place for millennials to live (25 Best Places to Live for Millennials - ).We are seeking Assistant State Attorneys who have good judgment and share the office's mission to ensure that justice is pursued in a transparent, fair, and thoughtful way that maintains the trust of those we serve. We are committed to public service, keeping people safe by prosecuting those who disrupt our community, and protecting the rights of victims.Our new attorneys receive hands-on training covering all aspects of prosecution; shadow an experienced prosecutor prior to taking over cases; and receive a comprehensive New Attorney Manual specific to the Fourth Circuit. Training and mentoring are provided by our most experienced prosecutors.Applicants must have a strong interest in courtroom litigation, with excellent communication, and critical thinking skills.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Conduct jury trials, non-jury trials, preliminary and pretrial hearings, and other related courtroom proceedingsInvestigate, evaluate, and prepare cases for trialCommunicate with victims, their family members, witnesses, and law enforcementManage a high-volume caseloadConduct legal research and writingTake depositions; interview witnesses, victims, and other parties to ascertain facts of a case for prosecutionExamine and cross-examine of witnesses, defendants, and victimsSummarize cases for presentation for jury and non-jury trialsWe offer the opportunity for driven applicants to grow their skills and gain trial experience.Please review our annual reports (to learn more about our office, our enhancements to public safety, and other innovative initiatives.The following applicants will be considered:Members of the Florida Bar in good standing;Law school graduates that have taken the Florida Bar Exam and are awaiting results; or3L students from an accredited law school; preference may be given to those qualified as a Certified Legal InternSalary & BenefitsCurrent entry-level annual salary for attorneys is $65,000.00. This position includes acomprehensive benefits package including:Low-cost health insurance plan options ($8.34 for individual coverage & $30.00 for family coverage)State paid disability & life insurance policiesSupplemental insurance plans including dental, vision, hospitalization, and many moreAutomatic enrollment in the Florida Retirement System in the Senior Management ClassPaid State and County holidaysPaid vacation and sick leave accrued on a monthly basisQualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramTuition Waiver programAdditionally, upon Legislative approval, Florida Bar Dues are paid by the Agency each yearIf you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS at 1-844377-1888 on how your current benefits may be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirementThe State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.Location:

Created: 2025-09-27