Assistant Attorney General - Regional Services Division, Yakima
Washington State
- Yakima, WA
- $74,520-139,572 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 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 $74,520 and $139,572. The exact amount is set in accordance with Appendix B of the
- 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
- 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
These positions are located in Yakima, Washington. Yakima offers a variety of attractions as a place to live and work. Situated in the Yakima Valley, the city has a population of about 92,000. Located on the east side of the Cascade Mountain range, Yakima has a climate with 300 sunny days in most years. Recreation opportunities range from skiing, hiking and backpacking to touring the wine region. The area is a leading agricultural producer with a wide variety of fresh vegetables and fruit trees.DutiesThe Yakima location consists of 11 attorneys and 10 professional staff working in a variety of legal practice areas representing various state agencies and higher education institutions in Yakima, Klickitat and Kittitas County. Client agencies served by this division in this location include Department of Children Youth and Families, Department of Social and Health Services, Department of Labor and Industries, Department of Early Learning, Department of Licensing, Employment Security Department, and Yakima Valley College.The attorney in this position may carry a mixed caseload, with a primary emphasis representing DCYF in child welfare cases to protect abused and neglected children in dependency, guardianship, and termination of parental rights cases. The subject matter can be difficult, but the work is remarkably rewarding. These cases directly influence the lives of children in our state, in a very meaningful way. The position will also likely include representation of DCYF in childcare, foster care, and group care licensing cases. These cases involve advising the client regarding regulatory enforcement matters, representing the agency in contested matters before the Office of Administrative Hearings, and related Superior Court judicial review proceedings under the Washington Administrative Procedures Act. The position will involve regular regional travel within Washington State.For representation of the Department of Children Youth and Families, the assigned AAG can expect to:
- Evaluate evidence to determine legal sufficiency to support court intervention;
- Consult with social workers and other agency employees;
- Submit and respond to discovery;
- Prepare witnesses and evidence for hearing or trial;
- Review reports submitted to the court;
- Perform research and analysis;
- Submit relevant briefing to the court;
- Communicate frequently with other attorneys and guardians ad litem to resolve issues related to underlying cases;
- Consider settlement options; and
- Take all other actions related to these matters.
- A letter of interest;
- Resume;
- Law school transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable); and
- Writing sample.