Attorney - Employment Section - Litigation

About the role

The Civil Division is in search of an enthusiastic and analytical attorney to join our team in the Litigation Section, to work on tort and employment matters.

Job Duties

• Litigate matters on behalf of County clients (Executive departments, Council, PAO, Superior and District Court) in labor arbitrations and in other administrative forums including the King County Personnel Board, the Office of Administrative Hearings, and the Washington Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC).

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

• Outstanding client relations skills;
• Exceptional analytical abilities;
• Ability to present a persuasive case to a fact finder;
• Excellent legal research and writing skills;
• Ability to effectively represent the County in labor arbitrations and in other administrative forums;
• Demonstrates initiative and an ability to successfully work with a team on complex matters;
• Strong commitment to Race, Equity and Social Justice, including continued development of personal cultural humility/competence and applying that development to advising and representation;
• 3-5 years previous litigation and/or labor and employment law experience desired but not required.

Supplemental Information

• Salary: $122,671 - $174,028 annually commensurate with 3 - 20 years of experience.

Application Process

• Fully complete King County application*
• Attach Resume & Cover Letter addressed to the Hiring Committee
• Attach a three page or more writing sample, related to a civil motion or brief.
• Answer supplemental questions

Special Requirements

• Member in good standing with the Washington State Bar.
• Must submit to a criminal history check.

For More Information Regarding This Recruitment, Please Contact

• Selene Poulsen (she/her)
• Spoulsen@kingcounty.gov

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• Paid holidays
• Vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

Note

• This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
• Note: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.
• Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

Required Questions

• Are you licensed to practice law in the State of Washington?
• What is your WSBA number?
• Briefly describe a race, equity, and social justice issue that is important to you.
• Briefly describe any Employment or Labor experience you may have.