Assistant Attorney General - Regional Services Division, Kennewick

About the role

The Washington State Attorney General’s Office is seeking an Assistant Attorney General with our Juvenile Litigation team in the Kennewick Office. This position offers extensive training, mentorship, and opportunities to develop litigation and client advice skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate evidence to determine legal sufficiency to support court intervention
• Apply the Indian Child Welfare Act and the Washington Indian Child Welfare Act to juvenile cases
• Review relevant petitions and other documents
• Consult with social workers and other agency employees
• Submit and respond to discovery
• Prepare witnesses and evidence for hearing or trial
• Review reports submitted to the court
• Perform research and analysis
• Submit relevant briefing to the court
• Communicate frequently with other attorneys and guardians ad litem to resolve issues related to underlying cases
• Consider settlement options
• Take all other actions related to these matters

Requirements

• Graduated from a law school accredited by the ABA or completed the WSBA's Rule 6 Law Clerk Program
• Licensed to practice law in Washington State
• Ability to quickly adapt to a fast-paced litigation environment
• Ability to communicate with a variety of client agency representatives efficiently and effectively
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage time, prioritize tasks, and maintain a well-organized practice

Qualifications

• Commitment to public service as demonstrated by background, talents, attitude, and enthusiasm for public law practice
• Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Experience with legal research and writing

Benefits

• Competitive salary, starting at $90,708
• Longevity pay of 5% premium after 5 years
• Retirement plan with employee/employer contributions
• Health and wellness program
• CLE credits for professional development

Pay

Starting salary range: $90,708 - $157,080

Schedule

Flexible schedules and telecommuting options available

Benefits

• Affordable medical plan options, including vision benefits
• Dental benefits covered 100%
• Retail plan (employee/employer contribution)
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• 11 paid holidays and 1 personal holiday
• 8 hours sick leave accrual per month
• 9.33 hours to start, then up to 16.67 hours of annual leave accrual per month (based on years of state service)
• Formal AAG mentoring program
• Health and wellness program
• Training and career development program

Supplemental Information

• The exact salary is set in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA
• The AGO is an equal opportunity employer
• 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