Attorney 2 or 3 | Civil Division - Kitsap County

County Officials; Washington; On-site; USD 94,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Kitsap County Prosecuting Attorney's Office is seeking a WSBA-licensed attorney to join the Civil Division as Attorney 2 or Attorney 3 in Kitsap County. The role requires at least two years of civil experience, admission to practice before state and federal courts, and strong research and advocacy skills.

Successful candidates may be hired at Attorney 2 or Attorney 3 level depending on experience; responsibilities include advising and representing county offices in general civil matters, with

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from ABA-accredited law school.
• Current license and good standing to practice law in the State of Washington.
• Admission to practice before state and federal courts.
• At least two years practicing civil law; or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.

Responsibilities

• Assist County departments in policy and code development, including drafting code amendments, resolutions, and ordinances.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Oral & written advocacy

Civil litigation experience

Education

Juris Doctor degree (ABA-accredited law school)

Washington State Bar admission (licensure)

Job description

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Attorney 2 or 3 | Civil Division - Kitsap County

Prosecuting Attorney's Office Pursuing Justice with Integrity and Respect

The Kitsap County Prosecuting Attorney is soliciting applications for a WSBA-licensed attorney with at least two years of experience in civil matters to fill a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney position in the Civil Division.

Successful candidates may be hired into the Attorney 2 or Attorney 3 classification, depending on experience.

The Civil Division is a 10-attorney office that advises and represents Kitsap County and its elected and appointed officers in general civil law matters including constitutional law, municipal contracting and procurement, torts, public records and open public meetings, civil procedure, administrative appeals and trial practice, land use, labor law, election laws, real property, litigation, and public contracting.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample with your application.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Attorney 2 ( $94,120.59 - $132,989.94 Annually)

• Graduate of an ABA accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree.
• Current license and good standing to practice law in the State of Washington.
• Admission to practice before state and federal courts
• At least two years practicing civil law; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Attorney 3 ( $102,021.06 - $144,153.09 Annually)

• Juris Doctorate from a recognized and accredited law school; AND,
• Eight years of practicing civil law AND,
• An active member in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association.
• Admission to practice before state and federal courts

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience handling major municipal real estate transactions as buyer and as seller and advising on all aspects of municipal real property ownership and management.
• Experience advising roads division of public works department in all aspects of public work projects, including construction law, competitive procurement, prevailing wages, performance and payment bonds, retainage, and bidding disputes.
• Experience advising a municipal parks and recreation department.

Criminal Conviction Standards:

• The successful incumbent will or may have unsupervised access to a vulnerable adult, or a vulnerable person, or access to a secured/confidential facility or computer system(s). As a result, Kitsap County will be conducting an extensive criminal background check by law enforcement agencies, which may include fingerprinting.
• Please review the following list of disqualifying crimes and negative actions to determine if you meet our standard for this position: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/ffa/disqualifying-list-crimes-and-negative-actions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

(The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• The duties in this position are performed in an office setting, and may be required to lift at least 20 pounds.
• Standing and sitting for extended periods, typing and repetitive desk work.
• Incumbents may be exposed to hostile individuals while in the courtroom setting

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of municipal law and other legal requirements that apply to governments, counties, or cities.
• Excellent legal research and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly, logically, and persuasively and adapt communication style to diverse audiences.
• Ability to make clear and convincing oral presentations and in writing; effective listening skills.
• Ability to exercise sound, independent judgment within general guidelines.
• Ability to obtain results by carrying out assigned projects to their completion. Good organization, prioritization, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with co-workers, County elected officials and leadership, other County staff, and the public.
• Ability in assessing and recognizing own strengths and weaknesses to pursue self-development.
• Commitment to serve the public.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Illustrative Example of Duties:

• Assist County departments in policy and code development, including drafting code amendments, resolutions, and ordinances