CAPITAL COLLATERAL REGIONAL COUNSEL, NORTH - ASSISTANT CAPITAL COLLATERAL COUNSEL II - 21016341

Overview

The Office of the Capital Collateral Regional Counsel—Northern Region (CCRC–North) represents indigent Florida death row inmates in postconviction proceedings challenging the legality of convictions and sentences in state and federal courts.

This position involves investigation, filing, and litigation of state and federal postconviction matters, with opportunities for both trial-level and appellate work as cases move through the postconviction process. Attorneys also work with forensic experts related to guilt and penalty phase issues. Cases typically originate in North Florida, with conflict-case appointments possible from anywhere in Florida.

Responsibilities

• Represent indigent Florida death row inmates in postconviction proceedings challenging convictions and sentences
• Investigate, file, and litigate state postconviction motions for relief in:
  • Local circuit courts
  • Appeals to the Florida Supreme Court
  • Petitions for writs of certiorari to the United States Supreme Court
• Prepare, file, and litigate habeas corpus petitions in:
  • Federal district courts
  • The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals
  • The United States Supreme Court
• Collaborate with a case team of attorneys and investigators, including working closely with clients, witnesses, and forensic experts
• Manage both litigation and appellate responsibilities as cases progress through the postconviction process

Requirements

• Membership in The Florida Bar
• Must meet the requirements of Fla. R. Crim. P. 3.112(k)

Preferred Qualifications

• Not specified

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time salary: $100,000.00 plus DOE
• Remote work, part-time, three-quarters time, and contract employment will be considered

Benefits include:

• Annual and sick leave
• Average of ten paid holidays (some years include additional days depending how the calendar falls)
• One personal holiday each year (after six months of employment)
• State group insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plan options with employer contributions

Additional retirement information can be found at: www.myfrs.com

Additional benefits information can be found at: www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

Location

North region (CCRC–North). Cases usually originate in North Florida; conflict case appointments may arise from anywhere in Florida.

Other Information

• Posting closing date: 11/30/2026

Applications

Application materials include a current resume, a writing sample, and at least three references.

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 in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. Employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Reemployed Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirees should check with FRS regarding how current benefits may be affected if re-employed with the State of Florida; retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending on the date of retirement.