Our purpose: “Helping every Washington resident live, work, drive, and thrive.”

Our values: Respect, Trust, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

This recruitment is open continuous.

This position is being reposted to expand the applicant pool. If you have already applied, you do not need to reapply. 

First review of applicants will be completed 01/04/2023, therefore it is in your best interest to apply early. The hiring manager reserves the right to fill this position at any time. 

At Department of Licensing (DOL), we work hard to create a culture where employees feel valued and respected. Employees are trusted and encouraged to be a part of process improvements that impact their work, create value for our customers, and help build trust in our government. 

Our Programs and Services Division (PSD) has a unique opportunity for multiple attorneys statewide with excellent interpersonal communication skills both orally and in writing to join our team as Hearing Examiners within the Hearings and Interviews Unit. 

We are one of the most public facing state agencies and the second largest revenue generating agency in Washington State. We regularly interact with over 6 million Washington residents and collect nearly $3.3 billion in taxes and fees annually. We know our services are essential to our customers’ ability to live, work, drive, and thrive and we are committed to ensuring every resident has equitable and meaningful access to our services.   

Are you an attorney that specializes in DUI hearings, and want work-life harmony? If so, we invite you to apply!

Duties

As our Hearings Examiner you will preside over administrative hearings to adjudicate disputes between licensees and the Department, under Title 46 RCW.  Working under tight deadlines with flexibility and agility you will perform legal research by using electronic research tools, analyze relevant law, and determine the application of law to the facts. You will exercise final decision-making authority when presiding over administrative hearings. As the Hearings Examiner, you will frequently determine the admissibility of evidence, direct procedural protocol, authorize issuance of subpoenas, rule on motions and objections, and consider all evidence and legal argument to determine whether the Department’s remedial sanctions against drivers are lawful.

Some of what you will do:

• Perform legal research by using electronic research tools.
• Analyze relevant law and determine the application of law to the facts.
• Review audio and video evidence.
• Create and type final orders with findings of fact and conclusions of law rescinding or sustaining the department’s actions.
• Preside over telephonic adjudicative hearings/interviews to establish a lawfully completed record.
• Knowledgeably and decisively verbalize on the audio record various rulings on motions and evidentiary objections.
• Read and analyze briefs, motions, and department records.

Qualifications

What you will bring:

• A license to practice law in Washington State.
• A combination of two (2) years of experience from any of the following categories:
  • An adjudicator of claims.
  • Full-time member of a regulatory board or commission which hears contested cases.
  • Prosecuting or defending criminal cases.
  • Representing plaintiffs/defendants in civil trials or hearings.
• Two (2) years of experience in writing original legal briefs, rulings, and decisions and communicating official legal opinions and procedures in a clear and concise manner.
• One (1) year of experience in conducting legal research by using electronic research tools, analyzing relevant law, and determining application of the law to the facts.
• One (1) year of experience in the use of personal computers, utilizing software programs such as Microsoft Word, and legal research tools.

Position Description

With more than 200 attorneys and professional staff, the Seattle City Attorney’s Office is one of the largest law offices in Seattle and is the third largest public law office in the state. Our office is committed to making Seattle a safe, healthy, empowered and thriving community for everyone. We strive to address historical injustices within the court system with self-examination and to pursue justice in Seattle with integrity, creativity, and fairness. We believe working transparently, innovatively, and in collaboration with our partners in the community is necessary to achieve outcomes that promote equity, accountability, and healing. 

The Criminal Division is seeking an Assistant City Prosecutor to join the team.  This is an exciting opportunity for an attorney to manage a dynamic workload and develop or enhance misdemeanor filing skills. The person selected for this role will have the option to work either a part or fulltime schedule but MUST be available to work Saturdays. 

Position Description

With more than 200 attorneys and professional staff, the Seattle City Attorney’s Office is one of the largest law offices in Seattle and is the third largest public law office in the state. Our office is committed to making Seattle a safe, healthy, empowered and thriving community for everyone. We strive to address historical injustices within the court system with self-examination and to pursue justice in Seattle with integrity, creativity, and fairness. We believe working transparently, innovatively, and in collaboration with our partners in the community is necessary to achieve outcomes that promote equity, accountability, and healing.

Are you passionate about impaired driving? If so, this opportunity may be for you!

The Seattle Washington Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor (TSRP) works collaboratively with the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, other Washington TSRPs, and TSRPs around the nation implementing strategies aimed at reducing alcohol and drugged driving injuries and deaths, as detailed in the Washington Strategic Highway Safety Plan: Target Zero.   The City of Seattle has held a TSRP grant since 2017.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic, savvy Policy Analyst to join OLS’ highly skilled, innovative policy team in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment. In this role, the Policy Analyst will work on projects that further the development and implementation of Seattle's existing and future labor standards. OLS’ forward-thinking work focuses on policies that advance economic justice, workplace equity, worker well-being, and centers our City’s most vulnerable workers. This work may include legislation, administrative rules, fiscal recommendations, and programs subject to review and approval by policy makers.
 
 The Policy Analyst plays an important role in promoting workplace equity, protecting the rights of low-wage workers, helping employers comply with labor standards, and advancing racial equity and social justice. This position will work in an independent, self-directed manner with collaboration across the OLS team. Policy Analysts perform extensive policy and legal research, analysis, and writing; conduct stakeholder engagement; create reports, trainings, and outreach materials; provide compliance assistance; apply race and social justice principles to all levels of work.

 

Applications for this position will be accepted until 4:00PM PST on Tuesday, January 14^th. Here is the job ad / application link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/seattle/jobs/3850780/policy-analyst

 

Assistant Chief Industrial Appeals Judge

The Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals (BIIA) is recruiting for an Assistant Chief Industrial Appeals Judge.

Salary Range:  $120,000 - $123,900, depending on qualifications.  Positions assigned to the Seattle Office receive a 5% premium in addition to the base salary.

Location:  The BIIA's headquarters is located in Olympia.  The successful applicant may choose an official duty station at a staffed BIIA office in Olympia, Seattle, Spokane, or Yakima (subject to approval by the Chief Judge).  Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the majority of BIIA employees are currently teleworking.

Duties:  Reporting to the Chief Industrial Appeals Judge, this position is one of eight Assistant Chiefs and a member of the agency's Extended Management Team.  Primary responsibilities:

• Supervise at least six Industrial Appeals Judges. Lead, coach and mentor staff for high-level performance and personal growth.  Evaluate judicial performance and determine and impose appropriate disciplinary or corrective action in consultation with the Chief Judge.  Assist in the interview and hiring process for new staff.  
• Provide coverage for hearings, mediation, and review.  Review the timeliness and accuracy of written orders, the proper conduct of quasi-judicial hearings, and the proper interpretation of the laws under which proceedings are conducted.  Review Orders on Agreement of Parties and Dismiss Orders for legal sufficiency, and rule on and issue orders on interlocutory appeals.  Timely issue legally correct orders on cases assigned.  
• Directly contribute to and support the agency's mission, vision and goals.  As a member of the Extended Management Team, actively participate in development and implementation of the agency's strategic plan.  Implement agency-wide initiatives as assigned.  
• Serve as a member of the Dispute Resolution management group and participate in tactical and strategic management decisions impacting the Dispute Resolution division.
• Develop policies for program area through active participation with Extended Management Team and division management group.  Implement and apply policy in areas of program responsibility and in performance of supervisory duties.
• Actively work on internal committees and special assignments to achieve agency improvements and fulfill agency strategic goals.  

Qualifications: 

• Juris Doctor
• Active or judicial membership in the Washington State Bar Association
• Ability to travel throughout Washington State 
• Five years' experience practicing law in Washington state with an emphasis in workers' compensation law, WISHA, or other areas of law covered by the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals

Desired Qualifications:

• ·        Experience as a hearings, mediation, and review judge with the BIIA
• ·        Demonstrated excellence performing work to fulfill the BIIA's mission 
• ·        Experience in public sector management
• ·        Supervisory experience
• ·        Mentoring experience
• ·        Experience showing excellent teamwork
• ·        Strong legal skills and experience
• ·        Strong leadership skills and experience
• ·        Strong interpersonal skills and experience
• ·        Adaptability
• ·        Public speaking or teaching skills and experience

To Apply:  You may view the job announcement and apply online at www.biia.wa.gov/jobs.html.

Closing Date:  12/21/22

Please contact Christy Sterling, HR Manager, at Christy.sterling@biia.gov or 360-753-6823, ext. 1123 if you have any questions.

 

Hearings Examiner (HE2) (Details here)

 

$66,420.00-$87,144.00 Annually

 

As our Hearings Examiner you will preside over administrative hearings to adjudicate disputes between licensees and the Department, under Title 46 RCW.  Working under tight deadlines with flexibility and agility you will perform legal research by using electronic research tools, analyze relevant law, and determine the application of law to the facts. You will exercise final decision-making authority when presiding over administrative hearings. As the Hearings Examiner, you will frequently determine the admissibility of evidence, direct procedural protocol, authorize issuance of subpoenas, rule on motions and objections, and consider all evidence and legal argument to determine whether the Department’s remedial sanctions against drivers are lawful.

Some of what you will do:

• Perform legal research by using electronic research tools.
• Analyze relevant law and determine the application of law to the facts.
• Review audio and video evidence.
• Create and type final orders with findings of fact and conclusions of law rescinding or sustaining the department’s actions.
• Preside over telephonic adjudicative hearings/interviews to establish a lawfully completed record.
• Knowledgeably and decisively verbalize on the audio record various rulings on motions and evidentiary objections.
• Read and analyze briefs, motions, and department records.

The University of Washington is hiring an attorney for an investigator position.  The position is for an internal investigator at the University.  A link to the posting is below.

 

https://uwhires.admin.washington.edu/eng/candidates/default.cfm?szCategory=jobprofile&szOrderID=212872&szCandidateID=0&szReturnToSearch=1

 

The American Civil Liberties Union of Washington is inviting applications for a Smart Justice Policy Manager or Counsel. 

Summary of Duties

This employment opportunity will remain open until filled. The Thurston County Public Defense Department reserves the right to close this recruitment at any time.

 

Thurston County Public Defense Mission:

"To Defend and Protect Our Clients' Constitutional Rights, One Person at a Time"

 

Thurston County Public Defense is currently recruiting for four (4) Defense Attorneys.

• Two (2) full-time regular positions with immediate placement in the Superior Court Unit for felony representation. 
• Two (2) full-time project positions with an end date of December 31, 2024, with immediate placement in the District Court Unit for misdemeanor representation.

Depending upon qualifications, the successful applicants will be placed either at a Defense Attorney II or Defense Attorney III level. The Defense Attorney III is distinguished by years of experience and the responsibility to handle both adult and juvenile felony and misdemeanor caseloads.
 
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manages a full felony, misdemeanor, and gross misdemeanor caseload (depending on unit assignment).
• Reviews police reports, interviews witnesses, works with the court and Prosecutor to resolve cases. Appropriately utilizes non-attorney professional services.
• Reviews reports from DSHS, interviews appropriate parties, works with the attorney generals office, case workers, social workers, experts, court personnel to resolve cases.
• Performs a variety of legal office work, prepares appropriate legal pleadings, does necessary research, maintains required statistical information.
• Prepares cases for trial, pre-trial and post-trial hearings and/or please bargains the cases with the Deputy Prosecuting Attorney.
• Assists other attorneys in matters of trial strategy, tactics and legal research and analysis.
• Handles miscellaneous calendar duties such as arraignment calendars, initial appearance calendars and interpreter calendars.

What we offer our employees:

• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. 
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family.  Please visit Benefits 2022 Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans website for more information.  
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 paid holidays. 
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry.  We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.  
• Flexible Work Schedules:  Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan. 
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness:  This is a federal program which allows full-time public service employees who have made 120 qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid.  Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

 
Why you’ll love it here:
Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington’s South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer’s markets, kids’ activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at experienceolympia.com. Qualifications

• Graduation from an ABA accredited school of law and must be a member of the Washington State Bar Association 
• Knowledge of all criminal rules of Washington State, techniques of interviewing and preparation and defense of all variety of criminal cases, with emphasis on felonies.
• Knowledge of RCW 13.34, good communication with parents, legal custodians and guardians.
• Ability to perform legal research; analyze and apply legal principles, facts, evidence, and precedents to legal problems.
• Present law, facts, evidence and arguments clearly and logically in written and oral form.
• Work harmoniously and maintain good public relations.

AND

• Defense Attorney 2 - Two years of practice as an attorney with criminal trial experience or its equivalent.
• Defense Attorney 3 - Ten years of practice as an attorney with a minimum of three years trial experience in the trial of criminal cases.

Other Position Related Information

Questions about this position?
For more information about this position, please contact Mia Pagnotta, (360) 786-5868.

This position is:
- NOT represented by a Union
- NOT eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Eligible for benefits

Items required for consideration:
- Application
- Letter of Interest
- Resume
- Supplemental Questionnaire (Question 1 and 2)
- Applicant Disclosure Form (Pursuant to RCW Section 43.43.830) (Questions 4-8)