General Counsel, Judicial Qualifications Commission (JQC)

The Judicial Qualifications Commission (JQC) is an independent, constitutionally established entity responsible for investigating allegations of judicial misconduct involving Florida state judges under Article V of the Florida Constitution. The JQC seeks an experienced and substantially qualified attorney to serve as General Counsel. This is a senior-level, highly responsible position within state government, based in Tallahassee. The General Counsel serves as the Commission’s lead trial counsel and is primarily responsible for investigating and prosecuting alleged judicial misconduct.

Examples of duties and work performed:

This position demands a high level of independent legal judgment and discretion, especially in the areas of complaint investigation, litigation strategy, and legal analysis. The General Counsel reports directly to the Executive Director and serves at the discretion of the Commission.

Start Date

December 1, 2025

Salary

• $115,000/year

Qualifications

Applicants must be members in good standing with The Florida Bar and possess a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible legal experience.

Preference will be given to candidates with litigation and trial practice experience.

Applicants should clearly specify the number of trials they have conducted and indicate whether any involved the prosecution of criminal, administrative, or professional regulatory matters.

This position requires the ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Competencies Other Information

“Open Until Filled”. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants must be available to start on December 1, 2025.

To be considered for the position, applicants must submit a complete and accurate State of Florida Employment Application detailing their legal experience, including dates of employment, reasons for departure from prior positions, and all relevant qualifications.

Additionally, applicants must submit a resume, original writing sample, and letters of recommendation or a list of references.

Please note that applicants who do not provide all the necessary information will not be considered for this position.

The Commission offers a comprehensive selection of State of Florida employee benefits: membership in the Florida Retirement System, optional enrollment in a subsidized health insurance plan, optional enrollment in life, dental, and disability insurance plans, and paid term life insurance.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit a State of Florida Employment Application, resume, original writing sample, and letters of recommendation or a list of references to:

Blan L. Teagle
Executive Director
Judicial Qualifications Commission
P.O. Box 14106
Tallahassee, Florida 32317
or via email to bteagle@floridajqc.com

The successful applicant will be subject to a criminal background check.

If you have questions or want additional information about the advertised job, contact Mr. Blan Teagle or Mr. Alexander Williams at 850-488-1581.

To learn more about the Judicial Qualifications Commission, visit its website at: https://floridajqc.com

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex or gender, religion or creed, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or political opinions or affiliations.

We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or selection process, please call the contact person at the contact information indicated for each respective position.

Persons using a TTY or TDD may call the contact person through the FLORIDA RELAY SERVICE: Voice is 1-800-955-8770, TDD is 1-800-955-8771, NATIONAL RELAY SERVICE is 711.