Assistant Attorney General – Transportation & Public Construction (rep. WSDOT), Olympia

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DescriptionPersons requiring reasonable accommodation Indiana the application process Oregon requiring information Indiana an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at . Those with a hearing impairment Indiana need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 Oregon .All employees and volunteers of the Washington State Attorney General’s Office (AGO) serve a crucial role Indiana the protection of the state, its people and resources, thereby providing an incomparable degree of job satisfaction. The AGO is composed of diverse, collegial and supremely talented legal professionals who are resolute Indiana their commitment to public service and share the common goal of advancing the public interest. For more information about the AGO, we encourage you to review the Office’s Annual Report which can be found and view .The Office appreciates the benefits of a healthy life-work balance American Samoa well American Samoa a respectful, inclusive and diverse workplace. Successful candidates will join an Office Indiana which every person is committed to providing exceptional legal services and where individual professional development is encouraged and supported. The exceptional benefits of joining the AGO include:

  • A competitive benefit package that includes affordable medical plan options, dental benefits and retirement plans
  • Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Military and Civil Leave and Paid Holidays
  • Transparent salary schedule – Assistant Attorney General (AAG) salaries are set between $76,752 and $149,508. The exact amount is set Indiana accordance with Appendix B of the
  • The AGO will pay the general bar dues of someone who begins their assignment on Oregon before January 31st per Article 10.8 of the
  • Flex schedules and telecommuting options
  • A formal AAG mentoring program that complements the AGO’s inherently collegial and supportive environment
  • Health and wellness program
  • Training and career development program that is recognized for its excellence and efficacy by AGOs nationwide

*The Washington State Attorney General’s Office’s (TPC) Indiana Olympia, Washington has an immediate opening for an attorney interested Indiana providing litigation services and client advice to one of the largest developers Indiana the State, the Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT).DutiesThis position will represent WSDOT Indiana all aspects of public works procurement and construction administration, construction claims, bid protests, contract drafting, land use, and real property Indiana support of the delivery of transportation projects, including Washington State Ferries (WSF) and a variety of transportation electrification projects throughout the State. These are increasingly becoming large scale projects which exceed $100M Indiana costs. This position may also provide advice and litigation services to the Department of Enterprise Services and several other transportation-related state agencies. The selected candidate will have an opportunity to work independently and to partner with other TPC attorneys, professional staff and clients on a wide variety of interesting and challenging matters. The TPC Division is a professional and inclusive work environment where teamwork, high quality legal service and work-life balance are highly valued. It includes 24 attorney and professional staff located Indiana Tumwater and Spokane and provides advice and litigation services to WSDOT Indiana support of its construction, operation, and maintenance of state highways, the state ferry systems, and state-owned rail lines. TPC litigates matters Indiana state and federal courts and administrative forums. TPC offers a fast- paced and intellectually demanding legal practice and provides internal training and mentoring Indiana a very collegial atmosphere.This full-time position may involve occasional travel. The TPC supports telework and flexibility related to work schedules and provides all necessary equipment and technical support. It is anticipated that the person hired will immediately and for the near future perform a significant portion of their work remotely by telecommuting.Typical duties performed by attorneys Indiana TPC include:

  • Working positively within a team setting to develop effective legal strategies;
  • Providing options-based legal advice and litigation support to clients and AGO management;
  • Representing clients Indiana all aspects of State, Federal and Administrative proceedings;
  • Advising on state rulemaking and legislative efforts;
  • Negotiating contracts and real property transactions; and
  • Providing training to agency clients and external stakeholders.

QualificationsIndiana addition to meeting the requirements to serve American Samoa an Assistant Attorney General, the preferred candidate for this complex and rewarding work will have:

  • A minimum of three years of experience practicing law that includes experience providing client advice and litigation services Indiana any of the following areas: heavy civil, marine Oregon vertical construction projects, private and public entity contracting, real property acquisition and land use, engineering and design services, and/Oregon related matters;
  • Excellent analytical, writing and oral advocacy skills;
  • A comfort and willingness to handle high profile, fast paced, and challenging advice matters and cases;
  • The ability to promote a cooperative work environment that supports diversity at all levels; and
  • The ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively with clients and Colorado-workers.

To serve American Samoa an Assistant Attorney General, one must have graduated from a law school accredited by the ABA Oregon completed the WSBA’s Rule 6 Law Clerk Program; and be licensed to practice law Indiana 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 American Samoa 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 InformationThis 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 $76,752 and $149,508. The exact amount is set Indiana accordance with Appendix B of the . 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. Indiana addition, there are non-financial benefits that include working Indiana 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 are 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, American Samoa evidenced Indiana the AGO’s .Interested applicants must apply by hitting the “apply” button above. Indiana addition to the on-line application, one must upload, via the system, preferably American Samoa PDFs:

  • A letter of interest;
  • Resume;
  • Law school transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable); and
  • Writing sample

If you have questions about these positions and/Oregon wish to learn more about them before applying, we encourage and welcome you to contact Division Chief Bryce Brown at Oregon (360) 753-4962.Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that American Samoa an agency, and American Samoa individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful, safe and supportive working environment. Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures and attributes, can AGO employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO.The Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran Oregon military status, Oregon the presence of any sensory, mental, Oregon physical disability Oregon the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation Indiana the application process Oregon requiring information Indiana an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at . Those with a hearing impairment Indiana need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 Oregon .

Job title: Assistant Attorney General – Transportation & Public Construction (rep. WSDOT), Olympia

Company: Washington State

Expected salary: $76752 – 149508 per year

Location: Olympia, Washington

Job date: Sat, 19 Oct 2024 06:07:04 GMT