Attorney - Employment Section - Civil Division

King County•Seattle, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Civil Division of the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office (PAO) is seeking an enthusiastic and analytical attorney to join the Labor and Employment Section. This role will focus on litigating administrative matters and advising County agencies. The Civil Division provides comprehensive legal services to King County government, acting as an in-house law firm for the County. It comprises approximately 65 lawyers organized into seven specialized sections, including Labor and Employment.

Requirements

Member in good standing with the Washington State Bar.
Must submit to a criminal history check.
Outstanding client relations skills.
Exceptional analytical abilities.
Ability to present a persuasive case to a fact finder.
Excellent legal research and writing skills.
Ability to effectively represent the County in labor arbitrations and in other administrative forums.
Demonstrates initiative and an ability to successfully work with a team on complex matters.
Strong commitment to Race, Equity and Social Justice, including continued development of personal cultural humility/competence and applying that development to advising and representation.
A three page or more writing sample, related to a civil motion or brief.

Nice To Haves

3-5 years previous litigation and/or labor and employment law experience.

Responsibilities

Litigate labor and employment administrative matters on behalf of all County clients in labor arbitrations and other administrative forums, including the King County Personnel Board, the Office of Administrative Hearings, and the Washington Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC).
Act as in-house counsel on labor and employment issues, providing preventative advising to County clients on all aspects of labor and employment law, including discrimination issues, workplace investigations and discipline, wage and hour issues, labor issues, and leave issues.
Advise on applicable King County Code provisions, Executive, Superior Court, District Court, and Legislative branch policies.