Team Leader - Gov Compliance Enforcement Division Health Section Olympia
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- 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 ator.
All employees and volunteers of the Washington State Attorney Generals 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 Offices Annual Report which can be foundHERE and viewTHIS VIDEO.The Office appreciates the benefits of a healthy lifework 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 MAAG salaries are set between $80592 and $156996. The exact amount is set in accordance with Appendix B of theAWAAG CBA
The AGO will pay the general bar dues of someone who begins their assignment on or before January 31st perArticle 10.8 of the AWAAG CBA
- Flex schedules and telecommuting options
- A formal AAG mentoring program that complements the AGOs 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
* * * * * * * * * * * *The WA State Attorney Generals OfficesGovernment Compliance and Enforcement Division(GCE) seeks an attorney to serve as a Team Leader in the Health Section.
The successful candidate will report to the Section Chief for GCEs Health Section and serve as a member of the divisions management team.GCE includes 57 attorneys and professional staff located on the Capitol Campus with direct access to downtown Olympia and the beautiful State Capitol grounds. GCE provides legal services to nearly 40 state agencies boards and commissions including those that protect citizens by regulating a variety of professions and industries. We offer a professional and inclusive work environment where teamwork high quality legal service and worklife balance are highly valued.
Duties
The successful candidate will lead a team thatrepresents Washington states health care boards and commissions in licensing actions. Health attorneys litigate in administrative forums as well ashandling some cases in Superior Court and the states appellate courts under the judicial review provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act (APA). Duties include preparing witnesses for hearings crafting motions and legal pleadings conducting necessary legal research responding to discovery providing optionsbased advice relating to litigation and conducting depositions and hearings. This position is anticipated to handle hearings (sometimes involving expert testimony) before the boards and commissions that regulate doctors nurses dentists and other health care providers. Typical cases include practice below the standard of care drug diversion overprescribing of opioids impaired providers and sexual misconduct. Being able to foster a team environment is crucial in this position. The Sections AAGs work closely with client staff attorneys paralegals and other representatives and collaborate daily with GCE professional staff and with each other.
This position maintains an active legal practice. To be successful in this assignment one must demonstrate legal competency solid organizational skills flexibility open communication good judgment and a respect for peoples diverse experiences skills and areas for professional growth.
The management functions of this position include:
- Training coaching mentoring and supporting staff;
- Tracking caseloads;
- Ensuring critical event deadlines are met;
- Implementing management plans and policies;
- Evaluating employee performance & providing feedback;
- Working with leadership at the client agencies to ensure timely processing of cases; and
- Coordinating with the Section Chief and Division Chief as needed.
Qualifications
In addition to meeting the requirement to serve as an Assistant Attorney Generalwe seek an attorney who has:
- A minimum of five years of experience as a practicing attorney;
- A strong desire to litigate with litigation experience at the administrative state and/or federal level;
- Experience with the APA;
- A demonstrated commitment to public service;
- Outstanding interpersonal analytical and writing skills; and
- The ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
Prior supervisory or management experience is desirable but is not required if the candidate can demonstrate other relevant leadership experience qualities and/or training.This is a fulltime position that involves occasional travel depending on hearing locations.
Applicants must have graduated from a law school accredited by the ABA or completed the WSBAs Rule 6 Law Clerk Program; and be licensed to practice law in Washington state. (Applicants who meet the other stated qualifications and areactivelypursuing admission by motion will also be considered. The AGO seeks applicants who are committed to public service as demonstrated by an applicants 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 Information
This Managing Assistant Attorney General positions is represented by the Association of Washington Assistant Attorneys General (AWAAG) / Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) AFSCME Council 28 AFLCIO. MAAG salaries are set between $80592 and $156996. The exact amount is set in accordance withAppendix B of theAWAAG CBA. A competitive state benefits package is also offered which includes a choice of medical/dental insurance plans retirement life and basic longterm disability insurance. In addition there are nonfinancial benefits that include working in a collaborative and supportive work environment where professional development and worklife 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 longstanding commitment to environmental stewardship as evidenced in the AGOsenvironmental policies.
Interested applicants must apply by hitting the apply button above. In addition to the online 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 10 pages or less).
If you have questions about this position and/or want to learn more about it before applying we welcome and encourage you to contact Section Chief Tracy Bahm at or.
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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 age sex marital status sexual orientation race creed color national origin honorably discharged veteran or military status or the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability 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 or .
Employment Type
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