County Attorney – (10114) Position Available In Walton, Florida

Between $75k and
$101k
Per Year
(Will discuss with applicant)
Position range in Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area $82k•$154k Per Year County Attorney•(10114)
Walton County Board of County Commissioners

Occupation:

Lawyers

Location:

Defuniak Springs, FL•32433
Positions available: 1
Job #: 12483856

Source:

Employ Florida

Posted:

4/30/2025

Updated:

5/1/2025

Expires:

6/29/2025

Web Site:

Employ Florida
Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window.
Work Onsite
Full Time Education
Doctorate Degree Experience
120 Month(s) DL
Required Schedule
Full Time Job Type
Regular Duration
Permanent Employment Hours
40 Hours Per Week Shift
Day Shift
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Department:

County Attorney
Position #: 10114

Pay Plan:

W33 (The starting salary for the position is negotiable and requires an approved contract with the Walton County Board of County Commissioners.)

Job Class:

Executive

Personnel Status:

Full Time Permanent
Position Reports to: Walton County Board of County Commissioners

FSLA Status:

Exempt (Executive)

EEO Class:

Officials

EEO Function:

Financial Administration

Safety Sensitive:

No Job Summary
The County Attorney performs a variety of complex, technical, managerial, administrative, and professional legal work in providing legal counsel to the Walton County BCC. The County Attorney reports directly to the Walton County BCC and serves at their pleasure. The County Attorney is required to be a member of the Florida Bar and therefore is exempt from the provisions of veteran preference laws. (Section 110.205(2), F.S.) Essential Job Functions
Oversees the Walton County BCC Office of the County Attorney, coordinating and integrating all activities toward achievement of established goals and objectives including developing and implementing department policies and procedures
Supervises all personnel within the Office of the County Attorney, including supervising, hiring, developing, evaluating, and separating employees
Provides written and oral legal opinions, advice, and guidance to the Walton County BCC
Attends Walton County BCC meetings and renders legal assistance, opinions, and advice
Represents the Walton County BCC in legal matters, including bringing and defending suits
Coordinates with others concerns regarding legal issues, as needed
Acts as liaison with other legal activities under the jurisdiction of the Walton County BCC
Confers with County Commissioners, County Administrator, departments, officers, and employees in reference to legal questions
Reviews documents of legal significance before submission to the Walton County BCC for action
Drafts contracts and resolutions, special legislative acts or other legal documents and reviews them for content and accuracy
Receives all requests from Walton County BCC officers for legal opinions
Assigns work to legal staff and makes recommendations for other legal contracts
Adheres to work schedule and attendance requirements, including nights and weekends
Performs other work as directed and required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of the statutory and constitutional laws of the State of Florida, especially as they apply to county government
Knowledge of judicial procedures and the methods and practices of pleading and of effective techniques in presentation of cases
Knowledge of government operations and administration with emphasis relating to their legal significance and inter-related functions
Knowledge of principles, methods, and practices of legal research
Skill in drafting legal instruments and proposed legislative and related ordinances, resolutions, and policies
Skill in analyzing, appraise and organize legal facts, evidence, and precedents for cases
Skill in presenting material orally and in writing in clear logical form
Ability to manage the operation and results achieved by a legal services organization
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective, courteous working relationships with public officials, peers, other divisions and departments, and citizens
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and to take a teamwork approach to the job by cooperating with others, offering to help others when needed, and considering larger organization or team goals rather than individual concerns
Minimum Qualifications

Required:

Juris Doctorate degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school
Ten (10) or more years of professional experience as a practicing attorney in legal research and trial work
Five (5) or more years of professional experience practicing law for a government organization
Member of the Florida Bar in good standing
Valid driver license

Preferred:

Five (5) or more years of professional experience in a management position
Two (2) or more years of professional experience working for a federal, state, or local government

Note:

At the discretion of the Walton County Board of County Commissioners and/or the Chief Human Resources Officer an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Physical Demands and Work Environment
The following physical activities are necessary to perform one or more essential functions of this position. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Sits or stands for long periods of time. Communicates effectively in person and/or by using telecommunications equipment. Creates documents, reports, etc., using a writing instrument (such as a pencil or pen) or computer. Grasps, turns, and manipulates objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Moves, lifts, carries, and places objects weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance. Work is performed mostly in an office setting where the noise level is usually quiet. Travel between locations to effectively address the organizational needs of the department. This position may be required to report for work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Walton County. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Help for Employer Information. Opens a new window.