Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney

$78,588 - $125,064 annually, plus $3600 health care reimbursement and exceptional medical, dental and vision insurance.

Benton County is seeking applicants for a Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney. The position requires admission to the Washington State Bar. Litigation experience, and/or municipal law, state tax law, election law and/or public contracting preferred, but not required. Partial remote work is possible with periodic in-office days and is intended to provide for further opportunities for advancement within the office.

Benton County
Located in south-central Washington at the confluence of the Columbia, Yakima and Snake rivers, Benton County enjoys nearly 250 days of sunshine with nearby mountains, wildlife areas and parks. Benton County is home to Washington’s wine industry and is a popular destination for conferences, sport tournaments, festivals, and other attractions. With a generally lower cost of living, Benton County attracts the brightest minds due to the Hanford Reservation with historically more doctoral degrees per capita than anywhere in the nation. Only a short drive from Seattle and Portland, Benton County offers a high quality of life, short commute times, and with a county population of approximately 215,000 many of the amenities of city life.

The Prosecutor’s Office
The Benton County Prosecutor’s Office prides itself as one of the best prosecutor offices in Washington State. We are victim-centric, dedicated to serving the public and committed to providing the best advice to our partners in law enforcement and county agencies.

The Position
Successful applicants will be assigned advising elected officials and department heads, defending the county in litigation matters, and drafting and reviewing contracts. The position requires both academic and personal skills and provides opportunities for further development.

You must become a member of the Washington State Bar Association and have a valid driver’s license. You must also have a dedication to public service and a commitment to excellence.

Benefits
Student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program is possible.
The positions offer full medical coverage for you and your family as well as $3,600.00 per year for out-of-pocket medical expenses. Moving expenses of up to $5,000 possible depending on situation.

To Apply
Send cover letter and resume to Ginny Baddley, Office Administrator, at ginny.baddley@co.benton.wa.us