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DescriptionPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at . Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or .All employees and volunteers of the Washington State Attorney General’s Office serve a crucial role in 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 in 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 as well as a respectful, inclusive and diverse workplace. Successful candidates will join an Office in 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 in accordance with Appendix B of the

The AGO will pay the general bar dues of someone who begins their assignment on or before January 31st per Article 10.8 of theFlex 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

This position is based in Spokane, Washington. Spokane is a vibrant and beautiful city that enjoys four distinct seasons and provides residents and visitors with world class outdoor adventures, including: fishing and whitewater rafting in the Spokane River; biking the Centennial Trail; snow skiing at nearby Mt. Spokane, Lookout Pass, Silver Mountain, 49 Degrees North, or Schweitzer Mountain; and hiking, boating or fishing in a host of nearby lakes and nature preserves. Spokane also offers great indoor activities: theater, including Broadway shows; live music; multiple exhibits; and the opportunity to taste Washington’s renowned grapes and hops at a number of local wineries and craft breweries.*The has an immediate opening for an Assistant Attorney General in the Social and Health Services (SHS) Section. The SHS Section is comprised of 22 attorneys, 16 paralegals, 2 legal assistants and 2 legal office assistants.DutiesThe attorney in this position will maintain a very active caseload of juvenile welfare work, including dependency and termination of parental right cases, and foster care and child care licensing cases. The child welfare cases generally arise based on allegations of child abuse or neglect by the parents or legal custodians. The immediate client is the Department of Children, Youth and Families typically appearing through social workers and/or supervisors.A typical day for an attorney in this section may involve appearances in juvenile court, meetings with the client, and preparing for fact-finding and termination of parental rights trials. Attorneys in this section are also responsible for handling appellate litigation arising from trials. The attorney in this position may be required to travel to courts in counties outside of Spokane. The attorney selected may also provide advice and litigation support for other Department of Social and Health Services clients including Eastern State Hospital, Adult Protective Services, the Division of Child Support and others.QualificationsIn addition to meeting the requirements to serve as an Assistant Attorney General, the successful candidate will have:

  • An expressed interest in the practice of public sector law;
  • Strong writing and oral advocacy skills;
  • Excellent organizational skills;
  • The ability to handle a heavy caseload through multi-tasking in cases involving often difficult subject matter; and
  • Experience communicating or working with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
  • A willingness to practice independently in Eastern Washington counties outside of Spokane either sporadically or on a consistent basis.

Other skills that attorneys in these positions use on a daily basis include the ability to successfully negotiate contested matters, interview witnesses, review discovery, and provide effective client advice. This position familiarity not only with state and federal laws governing child welfare cases, but also with the Administrative Procedures Act. While litigation experience or experience in juvenile law is a plus, they are not required. The candidate selected will also need to have the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment and the desire to promote a positive work environment based upon mutual respect and professionalism.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 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 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 in 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. 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 .Interested applicants must apply by hitting the “apply” button above. In addition to the on-line application, one must upload, via the system and preferably as PDFs:

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

If you have questions about this position and/or wish to learn more about it before applying, we encourage and welcome you to contact SHS Section Chief Katie Christopherson at or 509-456-3123.Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that as an agency, and as 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 or military status, retaliation or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at . Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or .

Job title: Assistant Attorney General – Spokane Division’s Social & Health Services Section

Company: Washington State

Expected salary: $74520 – 139572 per year

Location: Spokane, WA – Spokane County, WA

Job date: Sun, 21 Apr 2024 06:14:06 GMT