Section Chief - Labor and Personnel Division, Tumwater
Washington State
- Tumwater, WA
- $78,240-146,556 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 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 - Managing AAG salaries are set between $78,240 and $146,556. The exact amount is set in accordance with Appendix B of the
- Health and wellness program
- Training and career development program that is recognized for its excellence and efficacy by AGOs nationwide
- Supervise and manage the workload of the DOC team;
- Meet with assigned clients who are often high level managers and directors of state agencies, and provide options based advice on all aspects of labor and employment law;
- Prepare witnesses for hearings;
- Craft motions and legal pleadings;
- Conduct and direct necessary legal research;
- Respond to discovery;
- Mediate cases; and
- Litigate cases.
- Supervisory or management experience (it is highly desirable);
- At least three years' experience in litigation and client advice including but not limited to:
- Drafting briefs, motions, and pleadings;
- Interviewing and preparing witnesses for testimony;
- Conducting hearings and/or oral arguments before administrative tribunals, the superior or federal courts;
- Professionally interacting with and advising clients on substantial legal issues;
- Excellent legal writing and advocacy skills;
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; and a
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task.
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 position is not represented by the Association of Assistant Attorneys General/Washington Federation of State Employees AFSCME Council 28, AFL-CIO. Managing AAG salaries are set between $78,240 and $146,556. Ultimately, Managing AAG salaries are 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, preferably as PDFs:
- A letter of interest;
- Resume;
- Law school transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable); and
- Writing sample.