About this opportunity
State of Washington lists this Assistant Attorney General - Social & Health Services Division, CMR Section, Tumwater opportunity in tumwater, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
The Washington State Attorney General’s Office’s Social and Health Services Division in Tumwater, WA has an immediate opening for an Assistant Attorney General in the Child Support, Management Services and Revenue Recovery (CMR) Section. This is a great opportunity to do truly meaningful and interesting work in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Benefits
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 $83,856 and $157,080 in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA.
The AGO will pay general bar dues of an attorney who begins their assignment on or before January 31st.
Flex schedules and telecommuting options.
A formal AAG mentoring program.
Health and wellness program.
Training and career development program.
Responsibilities
Provide legal support for the Department of Social and Health Services, Department of Health Care Authority, and other state agencies.
Handle large federal court class action cases and individual administrative appeals.
Seek protections for vulnerable adults at risk of abuse or neglect.
Defend lawsuits brought by legal advocacy groups on behalf of Medicaid recipients and individuals with disabilities.
Address complex civil rights challenges by residents of the Special Commitment Center for sexually violent predators.
Conduct civil and felony commitment hearings and trials.
Resolve contract disputes with medical providers and managed care organizations; handle appeals related to eligibility for medical services.
Advise and represent the Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Services for the Blind, and several DSHS administrations.
Work on issues of transparency and privacy, including the Public Records Act.
Handle contracts and procurement matters.
Manage facilities, real property, and land use matters.
Address administrative law matters, including WISHA and Workers’ Compensation.
Assist the Social & Health Services Division with legal work within the Health Care Authority Section as needed.
Qualifications
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability and interest in working in a team setting.
Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment with competing demands.
Ability to multitask and willingness to provide coverage for others.
Comfortable working in settings around people with mental illness who are being treated against their will.
Respect and collegiality toward support staff and attorneys, contributing to a positive work environment.
Litigation experience is desirable but not required.
Graduated from an ABA‑accredited law school or completed the WSBA Rule 6 Law Clerk Program; licensed to practice law in Washington. Applicants actively pursuing admission will also be considered.
EEO Statement
The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or any sensory, mental or physical disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process may contact the recruitment team. The AGO honors diversity, equity and inclusion and is committed to a respectful, safe and supportive workplace.
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Worksite address
tumwater, WA, 98511, US
Who can apply
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