Deputy Prosecuting Attorney - Family Support Division
About The Position
The King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office Family Support Division (FSD) seeks an enthusiastic, public service-focused attorney. Under an intergovernmental agreement, FSD represents the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services Division of Child Support in superior court. The division represents the State when it has a financial interest because public assistance has been paid, or when a parent or caregiver has requested child support services. Services are provided regardless of need. FSD’s practice areas include establishing legal parentage and child support obligations, modifying and enforcing child support orders, and appearing in other family law matters in which the State has a financial interest. Attorneys may work across one or more practice areas, with an emphasis on equity and social justice. The division has seven attorneys and approximately 22 legal support professionals. The position is based in Kent; FSD currently has offices in Kent and Seattle and plans to consolidate to a primary Kent office during 2027. The position offers a hybrid schedule, subject to business needs and change. Attorneys generally may telecommute up to three days one week and two days the next, with in-office work required on Wednesdays. New PAO employees may be required to work in the office three days each week for six months. In-office employees are expected to be present and available throughout the workday unless taking approved leave. Remote employees must maintain an approved home workspace and reliable internet and remain available during scheduled work hours. Employees must reside in Washington State within a reasonable distance of their King County worksite. A County-issued laptop is provided. FSD provides training opportunities, including an annual CLE conference at which attorneys may attend and present. The office expects employees to participate in equity work and trainings and to apply race, equity, and social justice principles in their work. The position is not represented by a labor union and requires a criminal history check.
Requirements
- Be a member in good standing with the Washington State Bar.
- Demonstrate the desire and ability to work successfully in a team environment.
- Have a strong dedication to public service.
- Demonstrate commitment to race, equity, and social justice, including continued development of cultural humility and competence.
- Maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive issues, materials, and information.
- Adapt to changes in practice, caseload, and staffing.
- Communicate effectively, particularly with pro se litigants.
- Be receptive to ongoing instruction, feedback, and coaching from attorneys and legal professionals.
- Submit to a criminal history check.
- Reside in Washington State within a reasonable distance of the King County worksite.
- When telecommuting, maintain an approved home workspace with reliable internet and remain available during scheduled work hours.
Nice To Haves
- Family law or civil motion-based practice experience.
Responsibilities
- Represent the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services Division of Child Support in superior court under an intergovernmental agreement.
- Establish legal parentage and child support obligations for children.
- Handle modification and enforcement of child support orders.
- Appear in other family law cases in which the State has a financial interest.
- Work in one or more FSD practice areas and provide comprehensive support to colleagues.
- Participate in the office’s race, equity, and social justice work, including trainings and discussions.
- Communicate effectively with litigants, including pro se litigants.
Benefits
- County-issued laptop.
- Training opportunities, including a yearly CLE conference.
- Potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, subject to program criteria.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
