Assistant County Attorney, Polk County, Florida.
Polk County is seeking an Assistant County Attorney I. This is a career opportunity to serve in a fast-paced local government law office. The successful candidate must have a positive attitude, be a self-starter, self-sufficient, and be able to perform with a minimum of supervision. The position does not allow for remote work, and regular attendance is an essential function of this position. The position may require reporting to work when a declaration of emergency has been declared by Polk County. Duties may include, without limitation: provide legal advice to and review agenda matters from assigned divisions; attend, participate in, and make presentations at staff meetings, to competitive selection committees, lay boards, Special Magistrates, Land Use Hearing Officers, and the Board of County Commissioners; draft and negotiate contracts; extensive legal research; and such other duties as may be assigned. Candidates must have from zero (0) to three (3) years’ experience in the practice of law. Membership in good standing with the Florida Bar Association is required prior to commencement of employment. Candidates that have taken the Florida Bar Examination and are waiting for results will be considered.
The successful candidate for this position will become part of a mutually supportive team of nine attorneys and three staff members, and enjoy a full range of benefits, including health and dental insurance, 12 paid vacation days per year, plus 8 holidays.
Starting salary for the position is $75,816. The anticipated start date is late October or early November, or shortly thereafter; however, the position will remain open until filled by a qualified individual.
Polk County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The job description of Assistant County Attorney I is available upon request. Send resume and cover letter either to Randy M. Mink, Esq., County Attorney, Drawer AT01, P.O. Box 9005, Bartow, Florida 33831-9005 or [email protected] no later than October 9, 2026.
Skills Required
- Zero to three years of experience practicing law
- Membership in good standing with the Florida Bar Association before starting employment
- Ability to provide legal advice, conduct legal research, and draft and negotiate contracts
- Positive attitude, self-direction, self-sufficiency, and ability to work with minimal supervision
What We Do
The Polk County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) is the five-member governing body and legislative branch of Polk County, Florida. It provides strategic direction to the County Manager's Office and oversees more than 2,500 public servants in areas including public safety, infrastructure, and human resources. The BoCC is responsible for adopting the annual budget and managing appropriations for various county services.
