Legal Support Specialist

Washington State University; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Washington State University’s Office of the Attorney General is seeking a Coordinator in the AGO to support attorneys with litigation processes and confidential duties. The role reports to the Division Chief and Assistant Director, requiring discretion, knowledge of legal terminology, and strong editing and organizational skills.

The position is full-time (100% FTE), permanent and overtime eligible, with a monthly salary range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to area of specialization and three (3) years of experience directly related to the specialty area.
• Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Flexibility is imperative; job duties could change based on office needs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate litigation processes and workflows for the AGO.
• Serve as confidential legal support specialist to assistant attorneys general.
• Report to Division Chief and Assistant Director and exercise discretion in public interactions.

Skills

Discretion

Editing

Organizational skills

Legal terminology

Education

Bachelor’s degree (relevant field)

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: September 29, 2026 If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s): 1138-YN_ADMINPRO - Coordinator Business Title: Legal Support Specialist Employee Type: Admin. Professional Position Details: The Opportunity: The Coordinator in the WSU Division of the State Attorney General’s Office (WSU AGO) reports directly to the Division Chief and the Assistant Director and serves as confidential legal support specialist to assistant attorneys general (AAGs) and coordinates litigation processes. The individual in this position must exercise discretion and good judgment when dealing with the public and execution of specialized activities. This position requires an understanding of legal terminology and court rules, and excellent organizational and editing skills. Flexibility is imperative; job duties could change based on office needs.

Additional Information: This is a full-time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary: $4,508.70 - $6,763.00 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits

• paid sick and vacation leave
• paid holidays
• medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
• retirement
• deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts
• training and development
• employee tuition waiver

Required qualification(s): A Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to area of specialization and three (3) years of experience directly related to the specialty area. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred qualification(s)

Five years of legal assistant/support experience in a law or governmental office OR equivalent education.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department: https://atg.wsu.edu/

Area/College: Presidential Units

Department Name: Office of the Attorney General

Location: Pullman, Washington

Background Check

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type: Full time Position Term: 12 Month

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [e-mail].

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WSU is Washington's land-grant university with campuses located in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver. Additionally, research centers are located throughout the state, extension offices are located in every county in Washington, and online degree programs are offered worldwide. WSU employees promote academic excellence and innovative research that serves the state, nation, and world. With a focus on innovation, excellence, and accountability, continual enhancement of research and educational endeavors are at the core of WSU's strategic priorities. See here for additional information about WSU's statewide locations. View the HRS Benefits website for details on competitive benefits available.

In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract. Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both. More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/