Program Counsel – Hybrid/Remote (Family & Safety Programs)

State of Washington Office of Civil Legal Aid; Washington; Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Washington State Office of Civil Legal Aid is hiring a Program Counsel to support the Family and Safety Programs. The role focuses on contract oversight, data reporting, and translating complex requirements into practical guidance for a statewide network of providers.

Reporting to the Program Director, you will help ensure high-quality civil legal aid for crime victims, survivors of domestic violence, and kinship caretakers, while advancing equity across Washington’s justice system.

Qualifications

• JD required to practice law in Washington.
• Direct or administrative civil-legal aid experience.
• Understanding of race, bias, discrimination on marginalized communities.
• Knowledge of courts and justice systems affecting low-income people.
• Familiarity with Washington family law and civil protection order proceedings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word/Excel/PowerPoint).
• Periodic travel in-state and out-of-state for work events.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contractor performance and compliance, including site visits and reports.
• Track and report service data, outcomes, and trends.
• Translate statutory/regulatory requirements into practical guidance.
• Help develop contracts, scopes of work, reporting tools, policies, and training materials.
• Attend meetings and represent OCLA with provider networks.
• Support race equity commitments through accountability across programs.

Skills

JD

Client service

Equity understanding

Legal systems knowledge

Communication skills

Technical proficiency

Travel availability

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Washington State Office of Civil Legal Aid is hiring a Program Counsel to support the Family and Safety Programs. The role focuses on contract oversight, data reporting, and translating complex requirements into practical guidance for a statewide network of providers.

Reporting to the Program Director, you will help ensure high-quality civil legal aid for crime victims, survivors of domestic violence, and kinship caretakers, while advancing equity across Washington’s justice system.