
Chief Legal Officer
Lee County Clerk of Court and Comptroller See More Job Openings by This Employer- Full Time
- Remote
- Fort Myers, FL
June 17, 2025
Job Description
- Overview
The Clerk’s Office is seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Legal Officer (CLO) to lead and oversee all legal matters impacting the agency. This executive-level position reports directly to the Clerk and serves as a key legal advisor to the Executive Leadership Team (ELT). The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a strong legal background in the public sector and a commitment to integrity, collaboration, and operational excellence.
Why work for us? The Clerk's offers a competitive benefits package including:- Superior health care plans with low premiums
- Competitive retirement and pension plans - Florida Retirement System and 457 deferred compensation options
- Generous paid time off, paid holidays, birthday leave, and volunteer time
- Our Wellness Program gives employees incentives, tools, social support, and strategies to adopt and maintain a healthy lifestyle
- We are a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Work from home opportunities.
- Our office values a work-life balance. Enjoy your nights and weekends with friends and family!
At the Clerk's Office you can:
- Work with a purpose
- Give back to the community
- Be part of a team
- Pursue career advancement opportunities
- Reach your professional and personal goals
- Position Function and Duties
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- Supplemental Information
- Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. Our organization is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
Note: Vacancy postings may be closed at any time based on business needs. Applicants who have applied will be notified.