Assistant Attorney General - Gov. Compliance & Enforcement Division, Olympia

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Vacation & holidays

Salary schedule

Bar dues paid

Flexible schedules

Mentoring program

Health and wellness

Career development

Job summary

Washington State Attorney General's Office seeks a skilled attorney to join a five-attorney section representing WSP programs. The role involves client advisory work, extensive litigation, and collaboration across divisions.

The attorney will manage research, drafting pleadings, attending hearings, and coordinating with WSP staff to provide options-based guidance. Strong advocacy and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to public service.
• Litigation experience at administrative, state or federal level.
• Motivated to work closely with clients to provide options-based advice.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Value working in an inclusive, creative and collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide client advice and all aspects of litigation for WSP programs.
• Litigate cases before the Office of Administrative Hearings, and occasionally district, superior and appellate courts.
• Prioritize tasks and multi-task in a dynamic environment.
• Draft pleadings and legal advice, and consult with WSP personnel during hearings.

Skills

Public service commitment

Litigation experience

Options-based advice

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative environment

Job description

Description

All employees and volunteers of the Washington State Attorney General's Office serve a crucial role in the protection of the state, its people and resources, thereby providing an incomparable degree of job satisfaction. The AGO is composed of diverse, collegial and supremely talented legal professionals who are resolute in their commitment to public service and share the common goal of advancing the public interest. For more information about the AGO, we encourage you to review the Office's Annual Report.

Benefits

• A competitive benefit package that includes affordable medical plan options, dental benefits and retirement plans
• Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Military and Civil Leave and Paid Holidays
• Transparent salary schedule - AAG salaries are set between $83,856 and $157,080. The exact amount is set in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA
• The AGO will pay the general bar dues of someone who begins their assignment on or before January 31st per Article 10.8 of the AWAAG CBA
• Flex schedules and telecommuting options
• A formal AAG mentoring program that complements the AGO's inherently collegial and supportive environment
• Health and wellness program
• Training and career development program that is recognized for its excellence and efficacy by AGOs nationwide

Duties

The successful candidate will be a part of a section of five attorneys who represent a variety of WSP programs, including Vehicle Impound, Towing and Wrecking, Asset Forfeiture, Ignition Interlock, Emergency Vehicle, Terminal Audit, the State Fire Marshal, and Work Zone Speed Camera. Duties include client advice and all aspects of litigation. WSP attorneys litigate cases before the Office of Administrative Hearings, with occasional appearances in district court, superior court and the state’s appellate courts. The attorney must be able to prioritize and multi-task. A typical workday could include conducting research, drafting pleadings and legal advice, attending hearings, and consulting with WSP personnel.

Qualifications

• Have a demonstrated commitment to public service;
• Have litigation experience at the administrative, state and/or federal level;
• Be motivated to work closely with clients to provide options-based advice;
• Possess strong interpersonal, analytical, writing, and oral advocacy skills; and
• Value working in an inclusive, creative and collaborative work environment.

Supplemental Information

AAG salaries are set between $83,856 and $157,080. The exact amount is set in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA. A competitive state benefits package is also offered which includes a choice of medical/dental insurance plans, retirement, life and basic long-term disability insurance. In addition, there are non-financial benefits that include working in a collaborative and supportive work environment where professional development and work-life balance are highly valued. The health, safety and professional satisfaction of all AGO staff and volunteers is critical to fulfilling the mission of the AGO to provide exceptional legal services.

Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that as an agency, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful, safe and supportive working environment. Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures and attributes, can AGO employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO.

The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at [e-mail]. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.