Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.

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  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 $71,652 and $134,208. The exact amount is set in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA
• The AGO will pay the general bar dues of someone who begins their assignment on or before January 31st per Article 10.8 of the AWAAG CBA
• Flex schedules and telecommuting options
• A formal AAG mentoring program that complements the AGO's 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 CMR section provides legal representation to Washington social service agencies on a wide range of legal topics. CMR’s primary client is the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). CMR represents DSHS’s Economic Services Administration, which provides one in four Washington residents with cash assistance, food benefits, child support enforcement, disability determination services, and employment support. CMR also advises and represents DSHS’s Office of the Secretary and the Facilities Finance and Analytics Administration regarding various management and administrative issues such as Public Records Act compliance, privacy, administrative law, rulemaking, legislation, contracts, language testing, enterprise technology, facilities management, WISHA and Workers Compensation, financial recovery, public assistance fraud, and institutional board review. In addition, CMR serves as general counsel to the Washington Department of Veterans Affairs, which provides long-term care and services to veterans and soldiers, and the Department of Services for the Blind, which provides business and support services to Washington residents who are blind or have low vision.

This position involves a mix of legal advice and litigation. The position also provides litigation support to other SHO sections during periods of high workload and limited capacity.

This full time position is located in Tumwater, WA and may involve travel to other counties.

In addition to meeting the requirement to serve as an Assistant Attorney General, desirable qualities and experience include:

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  Strong oral and written communication skills;
• A demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and collaboration and promote a positive work environment that recognizes and respects all employees;
• Excellent time management skills;
• The ability to juggle competing priorities;
• The ability to work well with a variety of people; and
• The ability to maintain professional composure during emotionally charged litigation and constituent interactions.

• A letter of interest;
• Resume;
• Law school transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable); and
• Writing sample.

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 race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, retaliation 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 HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.