Associate Attorney Job at State of Washington Attorney General's Office
State of Washington Attorney General's Office Washington State
$71,652 - $134,208 a year
Description
Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at
HREmployment@atg.wa.gov.
Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at
1-800-676-3777
or
www.washingtonrelay.com.
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
HERE (Download PDF reader) and view
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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 $71,652 and $134,208. The exact amount is set in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA
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The AGO will pay the general bar dues of someone who begins their assignment on or before January 31st per Article 10.8 of the AWAAG CBA
- 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
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The Washington State Attorney General's Office’s Transportation and Public Construction Divisio n (TPC) has a brand new position available for an attorney interested in handling litigation and significant client advice to the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). As this is a new position on the litigation team, TPC will tailor the right person’s case assignments and initial training to suit their interests, skills, and background. This position will be located in Spokane, WA or Tumwater, WA depending on the needs and interest of the person hired to fill this role.
This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing team handling litigation supporting some of the biggest projects in Washington State, including the replacement of the SR 520 Bridge, and the Interstate Bridge between Portland and Vancouver. In addition, our team advises WSDOT on compliance with the federal Culverts injunction in order to promote fish passage migration, and civil rights issues involving unsheltered persons on WSDOT property, among many other issues.
We are looking for someone with a passion for public service, a team-player attitude, and the intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn new and evolving subject matter areas.
Duties
In this position you will dive into complex questions involving constitutional and statutory law, including the State’s right to take private property for a public use; sovereign immunity, compliance with federal transportation laws, environmental justice, and much more.
TPC is a collegial team of outstanding legal professionals located in Tumwater. TPC provides litigation representation and advice to WSDOT in support of its construction, operation, and maintenance of state highways, the state ferry systems, and state-owned rail lines. We litigate in state and federal courts and administrative forums and offer a fast-paced and intellectually demanding legal practice while fostering a friendly and professional atmosphere. TPC considers internal training and mentoring a high priority, and maintains a respect for a healthy work-life balance. This position is approved to provide for some telework days as well as a flexible work schedule.
Typical duties performed by attorneys on the TPC litigation team include:
- Handling all phases of litigation on behalf of WSDOT, including preparation of pleadings, discovery, alternative dispute resolution (ADR), trial, and appeals;
- Working positively within a team setting to develop effective legal strategies;
- Providing options-based legal advice to clients and AGO management;
- Researching and analyzing relevant law;
- Developing creative legal strategies and presenting them to clients.
This full-time position will be located in Spokane, WA or Tumwater, WA, and involves occasional travel, depending on client assignments and hearing locations.
Qualifications
In addition to meeting the requirements to serve as an Assistant Attorney General, the preferred candidate for this complex and rewarding work will have:
- A minimum of three years of litigation experience at the state or federal level;
- 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 co-workers.
Experience with environmental law, real property, land use, tribal law, and the Public Records Act is a plus, but not required. TPC is committed to training the right candidate in relevant subject matter areas.
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.
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Per AGO Policy, employees and volunteers of the AGO must be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. If you are selected to serve within the AGO as an employee or volunteer, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination before you are able to begin work. You may request an exemption if you are unable to meet the requirement due to a medical or religious necessity.
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 $71,652 and $134,208. The exact amount is set in accordance with
Appendix B of the
AWAAG CB
A. 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
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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 want to learn more about it before applying, please contact Team Leader, Yasmine Tarhouni at
Yasmine.Tarhhouni@atg.wa.gov
or 360-753-6130.
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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 HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.
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