Assistant Attorney General Spokane Division's Multidivisional Legal Services Section

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.

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 $82212 and $153996. The exact amount is set in accordance withAppendix B of the AWAAG 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 Washington State Attorney Generals Offices Christine O. Gregoire Spokane Divisionhas an opening for an attorney in a full time position.

This position is based in Spokane Washington. Spokane is a vibrant and beautiful city that enjoys four distinct seasons and provides residents and visitors with world class outdoor adventures including: fishing and whitewater rafting in the Spokane River; biking the Centennial Trail; snow skiing at nearby Mt. Spokane Lookout Pass Silver Mountain 49 Degrees North or Schweitzer Mountain; and hiking boating or fishing in a host of nearby lakes and nature preserves. Spokane also offers great indoor activities: theater including Broadway shows; live music; multiple exhibits; and the opportunity to taste Washingtons renowned grapes and hops at a number of local wineries and craft breweries.

The selected attorney will provide client advice litigation support and representation tothe Department of Licensing by defending challenges to driver license laws or agency decisions suspending or revoking driver licenses for driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs or for violation of other driver license laws. Review for legal sufficiency charging documents and investigative records in designated regulatory programs (SOC Review Pool) as needed. Litigate cases before the Office of Administrative Hearings as well as at superior and appellate courts. This position also represents the Employment Security Department by defending challenges to agency orders granting or denying unemployment benefits or Paid Family and Medical Leave benefits. Finally this position provides legal advice and representation to Eastern Washington University on student conduct and related matters. This includes representing EWU in a variety of forums including administrative tribunals or in state or federal trial courts.

In addition to meeting the requirements to serve as an Assistant Attorney Generalthe position requires highly developed and mature interpersonal skills including superior communication and listening skills; the ability to work well with some challenging personalities; strong analytical research and writing skills; the ability to meet tight deadlines; the ability to multitask; and the willingness and ability to handle sporadic litigation on short notice. Applicants should have enough litigation background to be comfortable handling any non-tort litigation needs of the clients. Experience providing client advice is a plus but is not required. Applicants must have the ability to work independently; to be collegial and professional; to maintain a good sense of humor; and to collaborate within a team environment with colleagues including colleagues who work in AGO offices outside of Spokane.

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 are actively pursuing 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.

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 $82212 and $153996. The exact amount is set in accordance withAppendix B of the AWAAG CBA. A competitive state benefits package is also offered which includes a choice of medical/dental insurance plans retirement life and basic long-term disability 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 AGOs environmental policies.

Interested applicants must apply by hitting the apply button 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)showing date law degree conferred; and
• A Writing sample (10 pages or less).

If you have questions about this position and/or wish to learn more about it before applying we encourage and welcome you to contact Division Chief Amy Flanigan at or .

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Honoring diversity equity and inclusion means that 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.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 at1-or.