- Incumbents assigned to our Seattle office location receive an additional 5% King County Location Pay stipend.
- Incumbents assigned to a position designated as requiring dual language skills will receive a 5% Dual Language Requirement Pay stipend.
- Economic justice and consumer protections (safeguarding consumers, protecting youth, seniors, and other vulnerable populations)
- Social justice and civil rights (addressing discrimination, environmental protection, and veteran and military resources)
- Criminal justice and public safety (investigative and prosecutorial support, financial crimes)
- And much more
- Open and close litigation case files;
- Accurately perform case docketing functions and data entry into legal databases;
- Manage filing, storage, and organization of physical and electronic case files;
- Prepare, finalize for signature, and file legal documents with the proper authority;
- Prepare basic legal correspondence with clients and others requiring knowledge of legal terminology, policies, and procedures;
- Monitor electronic mailboxes per division protocols and policies;
- Open, process, and route all incoming mail and legal messenger deliveries;
- Cover front desk duties, such as answering phone calls, helping the public, scheduling conference rooms, handling large print projects, etc.;
- Log, prepare, and maintain record of invoices for litigation costs;
- Deliver documents to Pierce and Kitsap County courthouses
- A letter of interest, describing your specific qualifications for the position;
- A current resume detailing experience and education.
- You may not reapply to this posting for 60 days.
- The initial screening of applications will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the "work experience" and "education" sections of your application in
- A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application.
- Please be sure to remove private information such as your Social Security number, date of birth, etc.
- All information may be verified and documentation may be required.
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Assistant Attorney General
1 week ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
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Assistant Attorney General
1 week ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
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Assistant Attorney General
1 week ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
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Assistant Attorney General
1 week ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
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Assistant Attorney General
2 weeks ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
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Assistant Attorney General
1 week ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
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Assistant Attorney General
2 weeks ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
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Assistant Attorney General
1 week ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
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Assistant Attorney General
3 weeks ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · Al ...
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Assistant Attorney General
1 week ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
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Assistant Attorney General
1 week ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
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Assistant Attorney General
1 week ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
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Assistant Attorney General
3 weeks ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
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Assistant Attorney General
1 week ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
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Assistant Attorney General
2 weeks ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
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Assistant Attorney General
1 week ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
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Assistant Attorney General
1 week ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
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Assistant Attorney General
2 weeks ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
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Managing Assistant Attorney General
5 days ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
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Managing Assistant Attorney General
1 week ago
State of Washington Olympia, United StatesPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at or · A ...
Legal Office Assistant, Social and Health Services Division, WA State Office of the Attorney General - Olympia, United States - State of Washington
Description
Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at orPosition and Salary Information
The Attorney General's Office is recruiting for a permanent full time Legal Office Assistant in the Social & Health Services Section of the Tacoma Division.
Legal Office Assistant Range 36 salary: $36,900 - $48,864
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.
Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, including Medical/Dental/Vision for employees & dependent(s); Vacation, Sick, and Other Leave; 11 Paid Holidays per year; Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans; and Life Insurance.
Beyond these traditional benefits, we offer Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave, and more.
With the goal of employee health and wellness, we also offer flexible schedules and telework options for most positions, a Wellness Program, the Employee Assistance Program, and numerous affinity groups to foster community and connection.
WASHINGTON STATE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
Join an agency whose work impacts the lives of every resident of Washington State.
The Attorney General's Office (AGO) touches the lives of every resident in this state.
We serve more than 230 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges and universities, as well as the Legislature and the Governor.
The Office is comprised of nearly 700 attorneys and 800 professional staff, all working together to deliver the highest quality professional legal services to Washington state officials, agencies, and entities.
This includes:
Our agency also has national reach, representing the State of Washington before the Supreme Court, the Court of Appeals and trial courts in all cases that involve the state's interest.
If you want to make a difference, we may be the perfect fit for you Learn more about the AGO here.
Commitment to DiversityDiversity is critical to the success of the mission of the AGO. This means recognizing, respecting, and appreciating all cultures and backgrounds and fostering the inclusion of differences between people.
Appreciating, valuing and implementing principles of diversity permits AGO employees to achieve their fullest potential in an inclusive, respectful environment.
One recent measure of the AGO's commitment to diversity can be found in its nomination for Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network's "Outstanding Agency Award" in 2019.
Division Information:
The Tacoma Division offers a collaborative, collegial, and supportive environment that fosters the success of its members. The Tacoma Division is comprised of 46 attorneys and 57 professional staff. The division is the "face of the AGO" in Pierce and Kitsap counties.
This division provides a wide variety of legal services for a number of different client agencies, including the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF), Department of Social & Health Services (DSHS), Department of Labor & Industries (L&I), Employment Security Department (ESD), and Department of Licensing (DOL).
Employees in the Tacoma office also handle tort matters on behalf of various state agencies.The Division's range of legal work is broad, challenging, and complex.
Like the rest of the Attorney General's Office, the Tacoma Division values diversity and enjoys a collegial, inclusive, and respectful working environment in which every person demonstrates commitment to providing exceptional legal services.
Division members are given the tools to excel professionally.What does a Legal Office Assistant do?
The Legal Office Assistant position is a great place to begin your career in the legal field at the AGO.
In a legal setting and under close supervision, this position independently performs a variety of general and complex clerical tasks in addition to basic technical legal assignments.
Duties include but are not limited to:
This recruitment announcement may be used to fill multiple open positions for the same classification, in addition to the position(s) listed in this announcement.
Desired Qualifications:
Option 1:
High School diploma or equivalent and two years of clerical experience including a minimum of six months of experience in a legal office environment.
Option 2:
One year of legal office experience.
Option 3:
A combination of two years of college education and/or relevant experience.
Option 4:
A two-year degree in Legal Secretary Studies, Paralegal studies or related field of study.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this position:
READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION COMPLETELY:
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.
For questions regarding this recruitment or assistance with the application process, please contact Nikki Williams @ or
If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at or