ITA Deputy Prosecuting Attorney – Behavioral Health

King County, WA; Seattle (WA); Vor Ort; USD 93.000 - 154.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Retirement pension plan

Transit pass (ORCA)

Holidays & personal days

Vacation & sick leave

Parental leave & family leaves

Flexible Spending Account

Wellness programs

Onsite facilities

Zusammenfassung

The King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office, Civil Division, seeks a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for the Involuntary Treatment Act (ITA) Section. The DPA will handle civil commitment trials, hearings and appeals, collaborating with behavioral health professionals and witnesses.

Ideal candidates bring strong litigation, negotiation, and leadership skills, with a deep commitment to RESJ and cultural competency.

Qualifikationen

• Licensed attorney in Washington state with active bar membership.
• Strong litigation, negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Commitment to racial equity, social justice and cultural competency.

Aufgaben

• Represent ITA civil commitment trials, hearings and appeals.
• Collaborate with behavioral health professionals and witnesses.
• Train professionals and families about the ITA process.

Kenntnisse

Litigation

Negotiation

Client relations

Team leadership

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Communication

Case management

Ausbildung

Licensed attorney in WA (Bar)

Jobbeschreibung

The King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office, Civil Division, seeks a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for the Involuntary Treatment Act (ITA) Section. The DPA will handle civil commitment trials, hearings and appeals, collaborating with behavioral health professionals and witnesses.

Ideal candidates bring strong litigation, negotiation, and leadership skills, with a deep commitment to RESJ and cultural competency.