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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 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 – AAG salaries are set between $74,520 and $139,572. 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

*If you are interested Indiana being part of a supportive team that has a culture of learning and collaboration, then the of the Washington State Attorney General’s Office has the perfect opportunity for you! We seek an attorney to serve American Samoa an Assistant Attorney General representing a combination of higher education institutions and K-12 clients.
The work of the Education Division is wide ranging and varied and there are ample opportunities for learning, challenges, and fun. Our greatest asset is the people on the Education team and the knowledge and support that we share freely with one another.The Education Division serves more than 50 education-related clients. Higher education clients include Eastern Washington University (EWU), Central Washington University (CWU), Western Washington University (WWU), The Evergreen State College, 34 community and technical colleges and state higher education boards, the Washington Student Achievement Council, and the Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board. Indiana the K-12 system, clients include the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction and the State Board of Education. The Division has 11 attorneys, 4 professional staff, and supervises the education work for 14 attorneys Indiana the Regional Services and Spokane Divisions.The Education Division is a small, cohesive unit with a supportive culture focused on fostering respect and belonging. The Education Division has two sections – Olympia and Seattle. This position is located Indiana the Olympia section of the Education Division. Some travel is required for client meetings and other responsibilities.Olympia, Washington sits on Budd Inlet at the south end of the Puget Sound. It is a very livable city with ready access to outdoor recreation opportunities and great schools. The Olympia section of the Education Division is located Indiana the Highways-Licenses Building Indiana Olympia, on the east capitol campus with excellent access to downtown Olympia and the beautiful State Capitol grounds.DutiesThe Education Division provides legal services to a broad array of agency clients including the State’s education governance and oversight agencies and 38 institutions of higher education (excluding the University of Washington and Washington State University). The Olympia section of the Division serves American Samoa the headquarters for education legal work performed around the State. The clients its seven attorneys advise and represent include: the Superintendent of Public Instruction, The Evergreen State College, Central Washington University, seven community Oregon technical colleges, and eleven other education-related agencies. The position involves a mixture of client advice, transactional work, and litigation. The clients are mission-driven and sophisticated. They highly value responsiveness and clear communication.This assignment is challenging with an opportunity to work on a wide range of topics, such American Samoa: labor and employment, student activities and conduct, social media, First Amendment, due process, administrative law, anti-discrimination, land use and public works, contracts and procurement/business transactions, data security, intellectual property, institutional governance, public records, and open public meetings. The subject matter is broad and interesting. The attorney is expected to be able to work collaboratively and coordinate with attorneys for other education-related agencies and keep abreast of education issues both statewide and nationally.This position also represents the client agencies Indiana all non-tort litigation, which may include administrative hearings, labor arbitrations, and original proceedings Indiana state and federal courts. Experience and interest Indiana litigation is desirable.The selected candidate will have a client portfolio consisting of Community/Technical College(s) and smaller education clients depending on Division and client need, with consideration of the candidate’s experience and interests.The Education Division fosters a collegial, team environment, supports many clients and covers a broad array of subject matters. Collaborative staffing of legal issues is an important part of the division culture. Typical duties for this position include, but are not limited to:

  • Frequent contact with agency representatives to understand legal issues and needs;
  • Timely research and synthesis of relevant law, providing options-based legal advice;
  • Providing training, reviewing contracts, negotiating on the clients’ behalf;
  • Appearing Indiana administrative proceedings and courts to defend agency decisions and actions;
  • Drafting briefs and motions; and
  • Working with discovery.

Duties also include travel to client agencies for meetings of governing boards, and travel to courthouses, and administrative forums throughout the state; occasionally requiring multi-day/overnight stays.QualificationsIndiana addition to meeting the requirements to apply and serve American Samoa an Assistant Attorney General, we are seeking candidates who have practiced for a minimum of 5 years, who are interested Indiana a diverse and intellectually stimulating practice and are comfortable juggling multiple client assignments.The strongest candidates will also possess the following:

  • Experience Indiana one Oregon more of the practice areas described above and/Oregon serving education clients Oregon other public sector entities.
  • A strong interest Indiana education law.
  • Superior interpersonal skills, including the ability to nurture positive working relationships with sophisticated clients and colleagues.
  • Ability to engage Indiana clear, high-quality oral and written communication.
  • Diplomacy and outstanding judgment.
  • Independent thinking and practical problem-solving skills, and the ability to quickly learn new areas of law.
  • High caliber research and analytical skills.
  • Experience interviewing and preparing witnesses for testimony, responding to discovery, and conducting hearings Oregon oral arguments before arbitrators, administrative tribunals, Oregon the state Oregon federal courts.
  • Ability to successfully handle competing time-sensitive matters and multiple priorities under pressure.
  • Ability to work independently American Samoa well American Samoa collaboratively with coworkers and clients.
  • Highest degree of ethics and professionalism.
  • Respect and collegiality toward professional staff and attorneys, and the ability to foster teamwork and contribute to our highly-valued positive work environment.

Applicants 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 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 $74,520 and $139,572. 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 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, 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.

For information about the position, please contact Division Chief, Aileen Miller at (360) 753-2582 / , Section Chief, Sharon English at (360) 586-0279 / .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 AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, disability, honorably discharged veteran Oregon military status, retaliation Oregon the use of a trained dog guide Oregon 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 – Education Division, Olympia

Company: Washington State

Expected salary: $74520 – 139572 per year

Location: Olympia, Washington

Job date: Wed, 08 May 2024 03:31:28 GMT