Closing Date: 30th June, 2024

Description:

The Office of the State Attorney for the Twentieth Judicial Circuit serves Charlotte, Collier, Glades, Hendry, and Lee Counties in Southwest Florida. Jurisdiction covers over 5,400 square miles - making it the largest geographic circuit in the state.

We are the primary prosecuting agency in the circuit. All arrests made by law enforcement are reviewed by our office for legal sufficiency and a formal filing decision.

Currently we have over 100 Assistant State Attorneys and a total staff of approximately 300 employees. Assistant State Attorneys must be comfortable with the use of technology – including electronic files.

The Office of the State Attorney for the Twentieth Judicial Circuit is an equal opportunity employer and supports a Drug Free Workplace. A comprehensive benefits package including health, life and disability insurance is provided.

Note: An Assistant State Attorney shall be considered a member of Senior Management Services (SMS) for the purpose of the Florida Retirement System, the State-issued Basic Term Life Insurance Coverage, the Dept. of Management Services State Group Disability Income Plan.

Training:
The office offers continuing in-depth professional development programs, including a trial practice series utilizing actual cases. Additionally, in-house CLE presentations are available for all attorneys to maintain proficiency in the practice. The circuit also embraces opportunities provided by the Florida Prosecuting Attorney's Association, the National District Attorney's Association, and the Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor program for additional training.

*Plus other holidays designated by the State Attorney

Direct Deposit Convenient direct deposit is required for monthly payroll (paid on last working day of the month).
Health Insurance No waiting period for employees to enroll in health insurance. Coverage can begin as early as 2nd month of employment (following payroll premium deduction).
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Supplemental insurance plans are available for:

Dental, Vision, Cancer, Hospitalization, Intensive Care, Disability, Accident

Life Insurance All Full-time Assistant State Attorneys (SMS) will receive a free, basic term life insurance benefit of $25,000. Additional coverage for spouse and children is available for purchase.
State Group Disability Income Plan The State of Florida provides all full-time Assistant State Attorneys (SMS) with a free short-term replacement of a portion of an employee's income if he or she becomes unable to work because of a covered sickness or injury.
Additional benefits include:
Annual paid Florida Bar Dues, $265 (pro-rated)
Our agency qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and the
Florida Hometown Heroes Housing Program
No imposed Florida state income tax
Tuition assistance
Credit union
Sufficient opportunities to fulfill Florida Bar CLE requirements for each cycle.
Use of State of Florida issued motor vehicle for work-related travel within the 20th Circuit (not for commuting) and throughout State of Florida.