Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor

TITLE: Florida Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor (TSRP)
POSITION NO.: P09766
SECTION: FDOT Traffic Safety
HIRING SALARY: $65,000.00 annually
HOURS: 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M., Monday - Friday with frequent evening and weekend work required based on State Attorney's Offices and Law Enforcement Agencies assistance needs. Hours worked outside of normal business hours can be "flexed" against the standard 40-hour work week.
CONTACT: Human Resources (850) 201-8510 or via email at hr@tcc.fl.edu
MAJOR FUNCTION: The Florida Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor (TSRP) is a grant funded position at the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) State Safety Office that will work remotely. The position works with a second TSRP within the state and both report directly to the Traffic Safety Administrator at the Florida Department of Transportation and are responsible for assisting prosecutors, State Attorney's Offices, and law enforcement in the effective prosecution of impaired driving cases.
The TSRP primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Implement the direction of the Florida TSRP Program as designated by the Florida Department of Transportation State Safety Office (FDOT).
• Assist in drafting yearly concept paper and budget, annual subgrant, quarterly reports, subgrant paperwork, and budget.
• Assesses training needs of prosecutors and State Attorney's Offices, with an emphasis on effective prosecution of impaired driving cases.
• Coordinate and develop Driving Under the Influence (DUI) training seminars, agendas, content, instructor personnel, locations and logistics needed for DUI training seminars.
• Prepare and present lectures on DUI law, trial issues, and related concepts.
• Maintain and continuously update Florida TSRP website for prosecutors and law enforcement officers on traffic issues, alcohol and drug impaired driving prosecution, and other related issues.
• Provide technical assistance to prosecutors and law enforcement officers including, but not limited to, answering legal questions, acting as a clearinghouse for materials, studies and articles on issues related to impaired driving, creating and distributing legal memorandums of current issues, and legal opinions on the effect of proposed legislation on DUI prosecutions.
• Provide in-court technical assistance to State Attorney's Offices in the arguing of various defense challenges in DUI prosecution cases in pre/post-trial hearings and trial as time permits.
• Work with law enforcement agencies to explain prosecutorial policies, answer questions related to legal issues and interpretation of caselaw regarding impaired driving and related issues, to foster improved law enforcement/prosecutor cooperation, and to strengthen effective law enforcement and prosecution strategies.
• Lecture at law enforcement, impaired driving, and other related seminars and conferences.
• Attend prosecutor, law enforcement and impaired driving related seminars to stay current and informed with Traffic Safety training techniques and impaired driving related issues.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with the Florida Department of Transportation State Safety Office (FDOT) and Tallahassee Community College (TCC), and other groups such as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), National Association of Prosecuting Coordinators (NAPC), National Traffic Law Center (NTLC), other TSRPs, and other Traffic Safety advocates around the country.

MINIMUM TRAINING/EXPERIENCE: A Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and at least two years of professional experience as an Assistant State Attorney (ASA) in impaired driving prosecution.
REQUIRED LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION: The position is required to be a licensed attorney and member of the Florida Bar in good standing.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The position requires a flexible work schedule with frequent evening and weekend work and travel based on State Attorney's Offices assistance needs. The main area of responsibility for this position is north Florida, however the position will work with State Attorney's Offices around the state and must be able to travel around the state of Florida. Upon appointment, incumbent must reside in Florida north of Gainesville. A vehicle will be provided and a valid Florida driver license with a satisfactory driving record is required.
ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES: The position is classified as Standard Class within the Florida Retirement System and is not considered SMS or High Risk. Health Insurance is provided on a cost-sharing model, with costs ranging between approximately $80-$165 per month for employee only, to approximately $475-$1,200 per month for employee and family. Position will only be permitted to practice law only within the confines of the TSRP Program and may not accept outside employment or perform legal work outside of the TSRP Program.
SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL DEMONSTRATE THE FOLLOWING: Skill in operating personal computer software: Microsoft Office programs & Adobe. Skill in litigation with a history of trial practice related to DUI offenses. Skill in training adults. Skill in using Westlaw and legal research. Ability to audit invoices for payments and follow up with tracking. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ability to multi-task simultaneously and keep management up to date. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments using good time management skills.