Assistant Attorney General, Social & Health Services Section (Tacoma) - Washington Attorney General’s Office
Agency Name: Washington Attorney General's Office
Position / Job Title : Assistant Attorney General - Tacoma Division's Social & Health Services Section
Location: Tacoma
Category : Attorney
Job Description: The Washington State Attorney General's Office's Tacoma Division has an immediate opening for an Assistant Attorney General (AAG) in the Social and Health Services (SHS) Section.
The Tacoma office is a great place to work. The SHS section operates in a team environment, is supportive of one another, and fosters collegiality. The Tacoma SHS Section is comprised of 22 AAGs, 7 litigation paralegals, and 15 support paralegals. The Tacoma office handles cases in Pierce and Kitsap Counties but all positions are located in the Tacoma office. Tacoma is a welcoming and affordable city that offers a rich history and vibrant cultural opportunities.
Duties
Tacoma SHS section is looking for attorneys who enjoy court work, litigation, and client advice. The work of the SHS section is fast-paced, emotionally charged, and demanding but also very rewarding.
The positions advise and represent the Division of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) in court proceedings up to and including appeals, requiring familiarity and knowledge of applicable rules, statutes, and procedures. There are opportunities to handle cases involving public disclosure/confidentiality issues and other DCYF licensing cases at administrative hearings.
Qualifications
In addition to meeting the requirements to serve as an Assistant Attorney General, the successful candidates in these positions should have demonstrated ability in presenting and defending motions, interviewing and presenting witnesses, providing client advice, have litigation experience preferably at Superior Court, and arguing before the Court of Appeals. Additionally, these positions require a demonstrated ability to foster teamwork, collaboration, and promote a positive work environment that recognizes and respects all employees.
Applicants must have graduated from a law school accredited by the ABA or completed the WSBA's Rule 6 Law Clerk Program; and be licensed to practice law in Washington state. (Applicants who meet the other stated qualifications and are actively pursuing admission by motion will also be considered.) The AGO seeks applicants who are committed to public service as demonstrated by an applicant's background, talents, attitude, and enthusiasm for public law practice. The AGO greatly encourages, celebrates and values diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfill its mission of providing excellent, independent and ethical legal services to the State of Washington and protecting the rights of its people.
Supplemental Information
This Assistant Attorney General position is represented by the Association of Washington Assistant Attorneys General (AWAAG) / Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) AFSCME Council 28, AFL-CIO. AAG salaries are set between $74,520 and $139,572. The exact amount is set in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA. A competitive state benefits package is also offered which includes a choice of medical/dental insurance plans, retirement, life and basic long-term disability insurance. In addition, there are non-financial benefits that include working in a collaborative and supportive work environment where professional development and work-life balance are highly valued. The health, safety and professional satisfaction of all AGO staff and volunteers is critical to fulfilling the mission of the AGO to provide exceptional legal services. Complementing and fostering this goal is a long-standing commitment to environmental stewardship, as evidenced in the AGO's environmental policies.
Interested applicants must apply by hitting the "apply" button above. In addition to the on-line application, one must upload, via the system, preferably as PDFs:
-A letter of interest;
-Resume;
-Law school transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable); and
-Writing sample.
Important Note: Redact from any document social security numbers and do not include documents that are password protected.
If you have questions about this position and/or want to learn more about it before applying, we welcome and encourage you to contact Barbara Bailey at (253) 597-4117 or via email at Barbara.Bailey@atg.wa.gov.
Application Deadline: October 16, 2023