Assistant Attorney General - Labor & Personnel Division, Tumwater

Assistant Attorney General - Labor & Personnel Division, Tumwater

All employees and volunteers of the Washington State Attorney General's Office serve a crucial role in protecting the state, its people, and its resources. The AGO is composed of diverse, collegial, and highly skilled legal professionals who are committed to public service and advancing the public interest.

The Office values a healthy work–life balance and a respectful, inclusive, and diverse workplace. Successful candidates will receive a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive benefit package with 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 range from $82,212 to $153,996, set in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA
• AGO pays the general bar dues of an attorney who begins assignment on or before January 31 per Article 10.8 of the AWAAG CBA
• Flex schedules and telecommuting options
• Formal AAG mentoring program
• Health and wellness program
• Training and career development program recognized for excellence and efficacy by AGOs nationwide

The Labor and Personnel Division represents and advises state agencies and most colleges and universities on labor and employment issues, including labor negotiations, arbitrations, anti‑discrimination laws, wage laws, employee discipline, public disclosure laws, and family & medical leave laws. The division handles civil litigation related to wage & hour law and public disclosure, appears before administrative boards, independent arbitrators, and in state and federal courts.

• Meet with assigned clients—often high‑level managers or directors of state agencies—to provide options‑based advice on all aspects of labor and employment law
• Prepare witnesses for hearings
• Craft motions and legal pleadings
• Conduct and direct necessary legal research
• Respond to interrogatories and discovery
• Mediating cases
• Litigate cases

• Licensed to practice law in Washington State (law school accredited by the ABA or WSBA Rule 6 Law Clerk Program)
• At least three years of experience in litigation and client advice
• Experience drafting briefs
• Interviewing and preparing witnesses for testimony
• Conducting hearings or oral arguments before administrative tribunals, Superior or Federal courts
• Professional client interaction and advice on substantial legal issues
• Excellent writing and advocacy skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to multi‑task
• Experience in labor and employment law is preferred; experience with labor contracts and advising human resources or upper‑level management is also desirable

• Letter of interest
• Resume
• Law school transcript (unofficial copies acceptable)
• Writing sample (10 pages or less)

For questions about this position or to obtain more information, please contact Elizabeth Brown at Elizabeth.

Brown.gov or (360) 586‑2466.

The Washington State Office of the Attorney General is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honored veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.

The AGO honors diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful, safe, and supportive working environment.

Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HR Employment.gov
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