Assistant Attorney General - Regional Services Division, Education & LNI Team, Kennewick

State of Washington•Benton County – Kennewick, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Washington State Attorney General's Office is seeking applicants for an Assistant Attorney General position in the Regional Services Division in Kennewick. This role will primarily focus on representing education clients and the Department of Labor and Industries. The position offers a diverse client advice and litigation practice, representing clients committed to serving their local communities and the people of the State of Washington. The Kennewick Section of the Regional Services Division provides an opportunity to serve a critical role, primarily representing the Department of Labor and Industries, Educational Service District #123, Columbia Basin College, and/or Walla Walla Community College. While this is the primary assignment, the division offers opportunities to expand experience with a wide variety of clients, including other state agencies and educational institutions. All employees and volunteers of the Washington State Attorney General's Office play a crucial role in protecting the state, its people, and resources, offering significant job satisfaction. The AGO is composed of diverse, collegial, and talented legal professionals dedicated to public service and advancing the public interest.

Requirements

Graduated from a law school accredited by the ABA or completed the WSBA's Rule 6 Law Clerk Program.
Licensed to practice law in Washington State (Applicants actively pursuing admission will also be considered).
Commitment to public service as demonstrated by background, talents, attitude, and enthusiasm for public law practice.

Nice To Haves

Ability to quickly adapt to a practice involving many cases at a time and shift from one type of work to another during a given week or day.
Interest in civil litigation, including engaging in discovery, drafting motions and briefs, negotiating with other parties, and presenting oral arguments before various courts and tribunals.
Ability to travel to the assigned counties and throughout the state.
Ability to use electronic files and case management tools.
Ability to contribute positively to a team and interact successfully with interested groups and members of the public.
Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
Ability to multitask by managing an active caseload and meeting tight deadlines.
Values working in an inclusive, creative, and collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities

Providing sound legal analysis, advice, and counsel on all matters referred by education clients.
Managing outside litigation when necessary.
Attending meetings.
Collaboration with AAGs around the state.
Identifying opportunities for preventative risk management.
Prioritizing and managing a wide variety of tasks simultaneously.
Analyze court files for the Department of Labor and Industries.
Evaluate cases for settlement possibilities.
Conduct discovery.
Consult witnesses.
Prepare witnesses and evidence for hearing or trial.
Review reports submitted to the court.
Prepare and respond to motions.
Issue briefs and memoranda within a relatively short time-frame.

Benefits

Competitive salary, negotiable within the given salary range ($88,932 and $153,996).
Longevity pay of 5% premium on top of base wages after 5 years with the Attorney General’s Office.
Affordable medical plan options, including vision benefits.
Dental benefits covered 100%.
Retirement plan (employee/employer contribution).
Deferred Compensation Plan.
11 paid holidays and 1 personal holiday.
8 hours sick leave accrual per month.
9.33 hours to start, then up to 16.67 hours of annual leave accrual per month (based on years of state service).
Flex schedules and telecommuting options.
The AGO will pay the general bar dues of someone who begins their assignment on or before January 31st.
Qualifying Employer for Public Loan Forgiveness Program.
Formal AAG mentoring program.
Health and wellness program.
Training and career development program that provides CLE credits.