Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney (I–III) – Litigation & Child Support

Jefferson County, Washington; Port Townsend (WA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement through DRS

11 paid holidays annually

Personal time off 21–33 days/year

Bereavement leave

Job summary

Jefferson County, Washington, is seeking a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I, II, or III – Civil in Port Townsend. The role handles a civil and child support enforcement caseload, provides legal opinions, analyzes complex principles, and represents the County in civil litigation and administrative proceedings.

Under supervision of the Chief Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, you will handle difficult matters, exercise independent judgment within policy, and contribute to a busy civil division with

Qualifications

• Admission to WSBA required and must remain continuous throughout employment.
• 45 hours of continuing legal education every three years per WSBA guidelines.
• Experience levels: DPA I–III with civil/judicial experience.

Responsibilities

• Handles civil and child support enforcement caseloads and provides legal opinions.
• Represents the County in civil litigation and administrative proceedings.
• Maintains highest ethical standards within policy and procedural guidelines.

Skills

Bar admission WSBA

CLE compliance

Civil litigation

Appellate experience

Job description

Jefferson County, Washington, is seeking a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I, II, or III – Civil in Port Townsend. The role handles a civil and child support enforcement caseload, provides legal opinions, analyzes complex principles, and represents the County in civil litigation and administrative proceedings.

Under supervision of the Chief Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, you will handle difficult matters, exercise independent judgment within policy, and contribute to a busy civil division with