Requisition No: 867743
Agency: Justice Administrative Commission
Working Title: STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 4TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT STATE ATTORNEY - 21011661
Pay Plan: St.AttorneysJAC PIB
Position Number: 21011661
Salary: $70,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 06/30/2026
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State Attorney’s Office for the Fourth Judicial Circuit of Florida
Our Organization and Mission: The mission of the State Attorney’s Office is to pursue justice for the citizens of the Fourth Judicial Circuit of Florida and to fairly and impartially enforce the law.
Do 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.
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
We offer the opportunity for driven applicants to grow their skills and gain trial experience.
Please review our annual reports (https://www.sao4th.com/annual-reports/) to learn more about our office, our enhancements to public safety, and other innovative initiatives.
The following applicants will be considered:
Salary & Benefits
Current entry-level annual salary for attorneys is $70,000.00. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package including:
Additionally, upon Legislative approval, Florida Bar Dues are paid by the Agency each year
If 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 retirement
The 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.
Join Florida’s talented workforce to fulfill your professional goals and achieve a meaningful career. Our talented public servants work hard to serve more than 19 million residents across Florida, and you, too, can realize success in the Sunshine State.
Working in Florida’s state government means being responsive to the issues impacting the taxpayers of our state. Florida’s state government boasts both fast-paced work environments in which critical thinking and creative problem-solving are a must as well as steady employment opportunities that prize consistent service to our state’s residents. In some positions, state employment means being able to influence policy decisions and help implement change. In others, state employment means being the reliable resource that our taxpayers have come to expect from Florida’s public servants. All positions offer the ability to gain valuable experience quickly, improving your overall skillset. The State of Florida is seeking individuals with leadership skills, creativity and dedication to their fellow Floridians and individuals who recognize the professional development opportunities and achievements possible through state service.
Florida boasts the third largest population in the country and is richly diverse in both population and landscape. With an award-winning park system, warm weather and beautiful bodies of water, Florida is the perfect environment for recreational activities and outdoor enthusiasts. Our favorable tax climate means your income goes further and our business-friendly policies foster private sector growth. Joining Florida’s talented, diverse workforce provides the opportunity to achieve your professional goals while living in a state that values quality of life, culture and recreation. For employment opportunities with the State of Florida, visit https://jobs.myflorida.com.
