Litigation Support Manager; WMS | Torts Division

Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team . Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or

Torts Division – Washington State Office of the Attorney General

Tumwater, Seattle, Tacoma, or Spokane Washington | Full-Time | Permanent | Non-Represented

The Washington State Office of the Attorney General (AGO) is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Support Manager (LSM) (WMS Band
2) to join our Torts Division. It is permissible for the duty station of this position to be located in Tumwater, Seattle, Tacoma, or Spokane, Washington.

This is an impactful role for someone adept at planning, coordinating, and managing electronic litigation support services. The incumbent will direct the processing, organizing, and analyzing of discovery documents in all cases throughout the Torts Division while conducting research and providing recommendations on litigation support software and tools required for complex cases and case categories. This position requires someone adaptable who excels at program and resource management, planning and analysis, and who provides clear consult and coaching with tact and based on sound judgement.

The LSM leads and advises all litigation paralegals in the Torts Division while directly supervising two Paralegal 4 supervisors, reviews all contracts with litigation support vendors, and works in close partnership with the Torts Division Chief and Operations Manager to provide budgetary planning recommendations and estimates for costs while taking pride in strengthening office systems, and supporting a large, mission-driven, legal workforce.

• Annual salary range: $102,222 - $127,778
• Washington Management Service structure position:
  Band 2
• Growth and development salary range (not available at initial hire): $132,924

The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the preferred candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The following stipends may apply based on position requirements:

• Incumbents assigned to King County receive an additional 5% Location Pay stipend.

• Medical/Dental/Vision for employees & dependent(s)
• Vacation, Sick, and Other Leave;
• 11 Paid Holidays per year
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans
• Life Insurance.
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• Tuition Waiver programs
• Deferred Compensation options
• Employee Recognition Leave, and more

• Flexible schedules and telework options (for most positions)
• A Wellness Program and the Employee Assistance Program
• Numerous employee affinity groups centralized on community and connection

The Torts Division values collaboration and teamwork, diversity, flexibility, transparency, and collegiality. The division is the largest division in the AGO, comprised of 64 attorneys and 136 professional staff across four locations, Olympia, Seattle, Tacoma, and Spokane. We defend tort claims and lawsuits against all Washington State agencies, officers, and employees. A majority of cases are based on actions brought under theories of liability for state actions including highway design, release of inmates, injuries on state property, medical malpractice, employment, childcare and custody, auto accidents, maritime injuries, and more.

Our attorneys also provide legal and risk management advice to the Department of Enterprise Services, Office of Risk Management, and state agencies on tort matters.

T…