Lead Prosecutor: Sex Trafficking & CSEC

Seattle City Attorney's Office; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule (3 days in office

Language Premium Pay

PSLF eligible

Job summary

The Seattle City Attorney's Office seeks a dedicated prosecutor to lead sex trafficking and CSEC cases, with a trial caseload and cross-deputization to King County Superior Court. The role offers opportunities to shape policies and collaborate with local, state, and federal partners.

You will develop metrics, report impact, train staff, and engage with survivors, providers, and advocates, while upholding the highest ethics and integrity.

Qualifications

• Membership in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association, or ability to obtain within 30 days of offer.
• Experience prosecuting sex trafficking/CSEC cases or substantial prosecutorial experience.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary partners and community organizations.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of prosecution, including case development, warrant review, filing, negotiation, trial, and post-trial litigation.
• Work closely with KCPAO partners to ensure consistent case management and collaboration.
• Build and sustain strong working relationships with system partners, including law enforcement, DCYF, KCSARC, HATC, CSS, and others.
• Conduct regular staffing with victim advocates and seek survivor input throughout progression of the case.
• Engage with survivors and, where appropriate, their families regarding case developments and resolutions.
• Participate in Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings with agencies and community partners.
• Develop and deliver trainings with partners to increase awareness and trauma-informed practices.
• Collaborate with partners and lawmakers on anti-trafficking legislation and policy efforts.
• Establish policies and procedures for this new role.
• Represent the office publicly as its lead on sex-trafficking matters.
• Uphold the highest standards of professional ethics and integrity.

Skills

Sex trafficking prosecution

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Policy development

Education

Washington State Bar membership

Job description

The Seattle City Attorney's Office seeks a dedicated prosecutor to lead sex trafficking and CSEC cases, with a trial caseload and cross-deputization to King County Superior Court. The role offers opportunities to shape policies and collaborate with local, state, and federal partners.

You will develop metrics, report impact, train staff, and engage with survivors, providers, and advocates, while upholding the highest ethics and integrity.