JACKSONVILLE – Attorney II – Tort

The Office of General Counsel is actively seeking an Attorney II – Tort.

The position reports to a senior attorney.  The primary purpose of this position is to provide legal services of limited variety and complexity to their respective clients.  Work is performed under the direction of a managing or senior attorney and is reviewed through conferences, inspection of documents and evaluation of results obtained.

Open Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited law school and possession of a Florida license to practice law.
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in the practice of law.
• Admissions and memberships in other organizations or to practice before courts may be required depending upon the respective practice group.
• Professional legal experience in government is preferred.

The City of Jacksonville is a premier local government employer providing a competitive compensation package and an excellent work environment.  Employees are afforded 12 paid holidays plus a paid personal day.  Our comprehensive benefit programs include defined contribution retirement plan, medical, dental and vision plans; life insurance coverage for you and your dependents; flexible spending plans for medical reimbursement, dependent care; an employee assistance program for you and your dependents; a 457(b) tax-deferred compensation plan to supplement your retirement, and a ROTH IRA plan. We also provide an extensive wellness program that includes a health intervention program if qualified, lunch and learns, health fairs, and discounted gym memberships.

This is an exceptional opportunity for the right candidate to make a significant contribution in a dynamic, quality-oriented customer-focused organization.  The City of Jacksonville is an equal opportunity/equal access employer.  To be considered for this position apply online at https://www.jacksonville.gov/jobs.