Position Announcement:
Industrial Appeals Judge 3 (Hearings Judge)
Industrial Appeals Judge 4 (Review Judge)
About the BIIA: The BIIA is a medium-sized state agency under the administration of three, full-time Board Members. The BIIA is independent from the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) and hears appeals from decisions made by L&I in several areas. The three principal types of appeals are:
The Hearings Judge presides over conferences and hearings where evidence is presented pursuant to the Rules of Evidence and Superior Court Rules, and issues written decisions resolving appeals filed under the Industrial Insurance Act, Crime Victims Compensation Act, Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act, and other acts as determined by the Legislature.
The Review Judge typically reviews written proposed decisions and orders of Industrial Appeals Judges, applications for claim resolution settlement agreements, and other various motions. The Review Judge then recommends action to the Board members in written memoranda and drafts final orders for signature of the Board. Review Judges may also conduct mediation and settlement conferences and prepare orders on agreement of parties.
For questions or additional information, please contact the HR office at (360) 753-9639.
Legal Operations & Executive Assistant (Part-Time, Remote)
Sound Solutions Law PLLC is a growing Washington-based municipal law practice serving cities, counties, special purpose districts, and other public agencies. We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and tech-savvy Legal Operations & Executive Assistant to support the firm's continued growth.
Position Details
Fully remote
Independent Contractor (1099)
Approximately 15–20 hours per week to start
Flexible schedule, with availability during normal business hours preferred
Opportunity for additional hours as the practice grows
Compensation: $40–$60 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
This position is an independent contractor (1099) engagement and does not include employee benefits.
Responsibilities
Manage attorney calendar, scheduling, and meeting coordination
Support client intake and onboarding
Maintain electronic files and matter organization
Assist with document preparation, formatting, and proofreading
Manage tasks, deadlines, and workflows within Clio and Microsoft 365
Coordinate communications with clients, consultants, and vendors
Assist with billing and administrative operations
Provide general executive and administrative support
Required Qualifications
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint)
Strong technology aptitude and ability to learn new systems quickly
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written communication and proofreading skills
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
Experience managing digital files, workflows, databases, or administrative systems
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Clio or similar legal practice management software
Experience supporting attorneys, executives, public agency leaders, or business owners
Experience working in a law firm, local government, public agency, or other professional services environment
About the Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently. They enjoy keeping projects, schedules, records, and administrative operations running smoothly while maintaining a high level of professionalism and client service.
Legal experience is helpful, but strong organizational, communication, and technology skills are most important.
To Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and a brief introduction to kbond@soundsolutionslaw.com. In your email, please briefly respond to the following questions:
Describe your experience with Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint. Which applications do you use regularly, and what types of tasks or workflows do you manage within them?
Describe a process, workflow, or administrative challenge you improved, streamlined, or solved in a previous role. What was the issue, what did you do, and what was the result?
What technology platform, software tool or feature have you taught yourself to use in the last two years, and how did you learn it?
The AGO is committed to providing excellent, independent, and ethical legal services to the State of Washington and to protecting the rights of its people. It is essential to our mission to create and maintain a workplace that is diverse, respectful, inclusive, anti-racist and composed of the best legal talent available. You can review theAGO’s Mission, Vision, Values and Anti-Racist Commitmenton ourwebsite. If you share our vision and have a desire to do important work that makes a difference for our community, then we invite you to consider applying for the following opportunities.
For information about the AGO, visit www.atg.wa.gov. Click on the links below to access full position descriptions and qualifications for each of these opportunities, visit the state's centralized recruitment site at www.careers.wa.gov. We encourage registration to our attorney e-mail subscription service.
AAG – Children, Youth, and Families Division, PAL Section, Tumwater(DL: 6/15/26)
AAG – Regional Services Division’s LNI Team, Wenatchee (DL: 6/15/26) New!
AAG – Tacoma Division’s Labor & Industries Section (DL: 6/18/26) New!
AAG – Complex Litigation Division, Olympia/Seattle(DL: 6/24/26) New!
AAG – Regional Services Division, Multiple Locations(DL: 6/29/26)
AAG – 2026 Honors Program(DL: 8/10/26)
AAG – Spokane Division’s Torts Section (Open continuous, first review 6/22/26) New!
AAG – Children, Youth, and Families Division, JUV Lit. Section, Tumwater (Open continuous, first review 6/15/26)
AAG – Social & Health Services Division, Behavioral Health Section, Tumwater(Open continuous)
AAG – Torts Division, Tumwater(Open continuous)
Law Clerk Opportunities
Academic Year Law Clerk – Spokane Division’s Social & Health Services Section(DL: 6/16/26)New!
2026 Fall Law Clerk Recruitment Program – Summer 2027 Clerkships(DL: 9/7/26) New!
The Sexual Violence Law Center (SVLC) is hiring a full-time Staff Attorney! Please help us spread the word to thoughtful candidates committed to survivor advocacy and access to justice. We are seeking a compassionate, trauma-informed attorney who is adept at facilitating creative, strategic, and survivor-centered holistic legal representation for survivors of sexual and gender-based violence. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with priority consideration given to applications received by June 21. For the full job description and application details, see attached and also HERE.
The Administrative Office of the Courts posted several new job opportunities this week. For more information about these positions, to review the job description, inquire about benefits, or to apply, please click below:
Senior Data Management Specialist | Job Details tab | Career Pages - Range 72
Regional Guardianship Consultant | Job Details tab | Career Pages - Range 64
The City of Sumner is looking for an experienced, strategic, and community-minded attorney to serve as our next City Attorney. This is far more than a traditional legal role, you'll be a key member of the City’s leadership team, helping shape policies, guide major decisions, protect public interests, and navigate the opportunities and challenges that come with a growing and vibrant community.
We're looking for someone who can confidently move between the council chambers and the courtroom, provide practical legal advice to elected officials and staff, draft clear and effective ordinances, negotiate complex agreements, and help chart the City's future with a thoughtful legal perspective. The ideal candidate is a trusted advisor, collaborative problem-solver, skilled communicator, and strategic thinker who enjoys public service and isn't afraid to tackle a little bit of everything.
If you thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same, value building strong relationships, and want to make a meaningful impact on a community that is proud of its past and excited about its future, we'd love to meet you.
To view the full job announcement and to apply online visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sumnerwa
Senior Human Resource Consultant | Job Details tab | Career Pages - Range 68
Judicial Administrative Assistant - COA | Job Details tab | Career Pages - Range 62 - COA
Software Developer | Job Details tab | Career Pages - Range 68
AAG – Regional Services Division, Bellingham(DL: 6/8/26)
Team Lead (MAAG1) – Consumer Protection Division, Seattle (DL: 6/10/26) New!
AAG – Children, Youth, and Families Division, PAL Section, Tumwater(DL: 6/15/26) New!
AAG – Regional Services Division, Multiple Locations(DL: 6/29/26)New!
AAG – Children, Youth, and Families Division, JUV Lit. Section, Tumwater (Open continuous, first review 6/15/26) New!
The Department of Health is hiring 3 Staff Attorneys located within Health Systems Quality Assurance (HSQA) Division’s Office of Investigative and Legal Services (OILS). These senior-level roles deliver quality legal services to the Division’s programs and other entities.
Ready to use your legal expertise to protect patients across Washington State?
If you’re experienced in regulatory law, administrative proceedings, and navigating politically sensitive matters — this is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference.
Apply today and help uphold the integrity of regulated health professions statewide.
#PublicHealth #HealthcareLaw #AdministrativeLaw #PatientSafety #GovernmentCareers #LegalCareers
If you have questions, need assistance with the application process, require an accommodation, or would like to request this posting in an alternative format, please contact Kristina Cox at employment@doh.wa.gov and reference DOH8924.
AAG – Licensing & Administrative Law Division, Olympia(DL: 5/25/26)
AAG – Public Counsel Unit, Seattle(DL: 5/25/26)
AAG – Tacoma Division’s Torts Section(DL: 5/25/26)
AAG – Children, Youth, and Families Division, Tumwater(DL: 5/31/26)New!
AAG – Tacoma Division’s Social & Health Services (DCYF) Section(DL: 5/31/26)New!
AAG – Regional Services Division, Edu. & LNI Team, Kennewick(DL: 5/31/26)New!
AAG (Temporary) – Education Division, Olympia(DL: 6/1/26)New!
AAG – Regional Services Division, Bellingham(DL: 6/8/26)New!
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Salaries for the AAG positions listed above are set between $82,212 – 153,996 annually. The exact amounts are set in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA.
The Office appreciates the benefits of a healthy life-work balance as well as a respectful, inclusive and diverse workplace. Successful candidates will join an Office in which every person is committed to providing exceptional legal services and where individual professional development is encouraged and supported. The exceptional benefits of joining the AGO include:
If you meet the qualifications, share our vision, and have a desire to do important work that makes a difference for our community, then we invite you to apply. For more information about the AGO, we encourage you to review the Office's Annual Report which can be found HERE.
