Description

Position is located in Spokane, WA. Remote work from an office within our footprint of WA/ID/OR is negotiable.

The Legal Department at Washington Trust Bank understands that it is WTB's passion and unwavering commitment to its clients that has served as a foundation of continued success for over 100 years. We also understand that in an industry that is highly regulated and often complex, meeting this standard can at times be challenging, if not frustrating. It is for that reason we aim to provide WTB employees with the legal knowledge necessary to allow them to focus on what they can do for their client as opposed to what they cannot. We have a Corporate Counsel opportunity for someone who shares in our this overarching goal. 

Working in association with the General Counsel as a member of the Legal team, the Corporate Counsel focuses on corporate governance, deposit and wealth management transactions, and legal support. Provides legal research and advice in support of branch activities and fiduciary transactions. Drafts documents, policies and agreements primarily related to commercial bank business and occasionally litigation matters. Researches and analyzes law sources to prepare legal documents.  Coordinates with internal departments and outside regulatory agencies as needed.

Essential Functions

• With limited supervision, provides legal advice to Bank internal customers regarding banking and corporate law issues. 
• Provides legal research and support for regulatory issues.
• Supports Corporate Secretary function with legal research and best practice recommendations for Board of Directors and Shareholder management.
• Supports various bank support services including Human Resources, Wealth Management and BSA/FRAML and Bank Operations teams.
• Develops, maintains, and manages relationships with outside counsel and law firms to augment Legal Department services.
• Monitors state and federal case law and legislative developments that may impact the Bank.
• Represents Legal on Compliance sub-committees.
• Regular, reliable attendance is required.
• Performs compliance and risk management duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate
• Licensed to practice law in Washington or qualified to work as in-house counsel in Washington.
• Five years’ experience of practice in corporate or trust law preferred.
• General knowledge of banking law including UCC Article 3 and UCC Article 4.
• Expertise in Delaware and Washington corporation law.
• Expertise in SEC regulations and ability to interpret those regulations in the private company environment.
• Experience with banking regulations.
• Ability to parse complex transactions and identify key risk factors.
• Experience interpreting fiduciary laws in Washington, Oregon and Idaho including powers of attorney, trust and agency law in a banking and trust company environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Online posting here

Stoel Rives LLP is seeking an attorney with 5 or more years of experience to join our growing employee benefits group. At Stoel Rives, we partner with clients to navigate the ever-changing and complex world of employee benefits. From strategy to implementation, administration to communication, audit to error correction, our experts understand how business needs and benefits requirements intersect. This role would work closely with our clients on all aspects of employee benefits, qualified retirement plans, nonqualified deferred compensation plans, and health and welfare plans.  We advise on benefit program design, drafting, preparing plan documents and corporate resolutions, communication with employees, establishing administrative procedures, managing IRS audits and DOL investigations, and correcting mistakes under the IRS and DOL correction programs. Additionally, our benefits lawyers work with clients to negotiate, plan and consult with third party administrators, actuaries, accountants, investment advisors, commercial trustees and insurance companies.

Skills Needed to Be Effective in This Role

We pride ourselves in forming diverse teams with a wide array of interpersonal and professional attributes. We don’t expect any one person to embody all these skills, but the below serves to describe our ideal team player. If you have many of these skills, and are enthusiastic to learn, we encourage you to apply. 

· Experience with, or interest in employee benefit plans in organizations at various sizes and industries;

· Familiarity with health and welfare and qualified plan requirements under the Code and ERISA that apply to large employer plans. Government plan requirements is a plus.

· Experience with a wide variety of benefit plans, including health and welfare plans, cafeteria plans, 401(k) plans, 403(b) plans, defined benefit pension plans, and cash balance plans, understand plan operations and IRS and DOL correction programs;

· A specialty focus on a subset of plans is a plus;

· Ability to manage multiple projects in collaboration with our partners and senior attorneys;

· Excellent written and oral communication skills;

· Good judgment, responsiveness, and perseverance;

· Strong intellectual curiosity;

· Self-motivation;

· A commitment to client service and team success;

· JD from an accredited university;

· Active membership in a current state bar.

Stoel Rives: Part of our Team

A broader question you may have is, “How will this position enhance my legal skills and career trajectory?”  At Stoel Rives, we offer a unique lateral integration program and core competency model that are designed to provide a roadmap of the practical skills, abilities, and client service techniques our lawyers need to succeed and progress at the firm.  We also established a New Lawyer Integration Program that has deepened our relationships and connections with our new lawyers, while providing them with the mentoring, resources, and information necessary for success.

How You Will Live Life Well at Stoel Rives

At Stoel Rives, you will enjoy a robust benefits package that includes a remote work policy, an inclusive parental leave policy, paid family medical leave, equivalent health benefits for LGBTQ+ employees’ spouses and partners, a generous employer health savings account contribution, telemedicine services, day care spending account and medical expense flexible spending account, and an employee assistance program. In 2017, we launched an extended leave support program for our lawyers who take family, medical, and other approved leaves. This program also aids with transitioning to and from leave.

We are also proud participants of the ABA Well-Being Pledge, strongly believing that the well-being of our employees is paramount to the success of the firm. In addition, the firm’s Culture Committee supports the firm’s mission, vision, and values in bringing together spectacular client service and job satisfaction. 

What We Are Doing to Ensure A Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Environment

Stoel Rives places a high priority on attracting and retaining lawyers with different backgrounds and life experiences. This makes us better and happier as people, as an organization, and as legal advisers. We are proud to offer many engagement opportunities including a firmwide DE&I Committee, Associates Committee, Pro Bono Committee, Affinity Groups, and Parenting Circle.

We proudly partner with Diversity Lab to implement innovative programs to advance Stoel Rives’ DE&I goals, including the aggressive metrics-based goals we’ve adopted as one of five founding Move the Needle Fund firms. Our efforts with Diversity Lab include certification under the Mansfield Rule, to boost the representation of diverse lawyers in our firm’s leadership by broadening the pool of candidates considered for opportunities, along with participation in the OnRamp Fellowship for legal returners and the OnTrack Sponsorship program. 

 

The Seattle office of Ogden Murphy Wallace, P.L.L.C. is seeking an associate attorney to join its municipal practice. Applicants must have a strong interest in municipal law, developed research and writing skills, litigation experience, superior academic credentials, and the ability to work closely with multiple attorneys and staff.

The preferred candidate will have at least one year of legal experience with the substantive law surrounding   one or more of the following areas: land use/zoning matters; public records and open government requirements; public bidding and contracting; municipal ethics; or personnel, employment and labor issues.  The ideal candidate will also have a strong interest in litigating land use matters before Hearing Examiners, courts and other tribunals. 

The position involves the following responsibilities:

• ·       Support and advise City Councils, Mayors, City staff members and local boards/commissions;
• ·       Research and analyze complex issues;
• ·       Draft and review ordinances, resolutions, policies and procedures;
• ·       Provide telephonic and email advice to clients as needed;
• ·       Counsel clients to ensure compliance with state, federal, and local laws;
• ·       Attend meetings of City Councils, boards, and commissions;
• ·       Communicate with prospective and existing clients in a professional and courteous manner;
• ·       Represent municipal clients in judicial litigation and in administrative appeals, hearings, and other proceedings;  
• ·       Provide legal review of municipal documents under the Public Records Act;   
• ·       Negotiate/draft/review contracts, deeds, leases, bid documents and bonds, easements, interlocal agreements, and other documents.

Desired Skills:

• ·       Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
• ·       Team-oriented yet self-motivated mentality
• ·       Attention to detail
• ·       Display of ownership with job responsibilities
• ·       The ability to learn quickly

OMW is a mid-size, multi-specialty firm primarily serving Pacific Northwest clients for over 100 years. The firm emphasizes a collaborative, team approach to the delivery of legal services and takes pride in providing a professional and friendly culture. We provide an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, vendors, and clients.  We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), profit sharing, life insurance, an employee assistant program, and long-term disability. Additionally, this is an opportunity to work with a terrific group of attorneys and staff in a professional and fun work environment.

Ogden Murphy Wallace, P.L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, disability status or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational activities, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Please submit your cover letter, resume, and short writing sample (4,500 words or fewer, excerpts acceptable) to Shari Tipp at stipp@omwlaw.com or 901 Fifth Avenue, Suite 3500, Seattle, WA 98164.

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 an office that is diverse, respectful, inclusive and composed of the best legal talent available. 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 above 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 - Revenue and Finance Division  (DL:  7/25/21) Closing Sunday!!!

AAG - Environmental Protection Division  (DL: 7/25/21)  Closing Sunday!!!

AAG – Regional Services Division in Vancouver  (DL: 8/3/21) 

New!  AAG – Spokane Division’s Torts Section  (DL:  8/8/21) 

AAG – Regional Services Division in Kennewick  (DL:  8/9/21)

AAG – Transportation and Public Construction Division   (DL: 8/11/21)

New!  Litigation Section Chief – Consumer Protection Division   (DL:  8/19/21)

New!  Deputy Division Chief – Consumer Protection Division  (DL:  8/19/21)

AAG via the 2021 Honors Program  (DL:  8/22/21) 

 

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. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact Kalea Muigai at 360-586-7698.  Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com

Role Overview

The Tax group at Stoel Rives LLP is seeking to add an Attorney to its dynamic tax practice in the Pacific Northwest to be based in our Portland office.  Our tax group offers a full range of advice and strategic counsel on the tax implications of complex business transactions.  We also have an active tax controversy practice, including state and local tax controversy matters throughout the region.  The ideal candidate will have experience counseling clients on an array of federal and/or state and local tax issues in both transactional and litigation matters. 

Skills Needed to Be Effective in This Role

We pride ourselves in forming diverse teams with a wide array of interpersonal and professional attributes. We don’t expect any one person to embody all these skills, but the below serves to describe our ideal team player. If you have many of these skills, and are enthusiastic to learn, we encourage you to apply. 

· Experience with, or interest in counseling clients on federal, state, and local tax issues;

· Ability to manage multiple projects in collaboration with our partners and senior associates;

· Excellent written and oral communication skills;

· Good judgment, responsiveness, and perseverance;

· Strong intellectual curiosity;

· Self-motivation;

· A commitment to client service and team success;

· JD from an accredited university;

· Active membership in the Oregon State bar or ability to waive in (preferred).

Stoel Rives: Part of our Team

A broader question you may have is, “How will this position enhance my legal skills and career trajectory?”  At Stoel Rives, we offer a unique lateral integration program and core competency model that are designed to provide a roadmap of the practical skills, abilities, and client service techniques our lawyers need to succeed and progress at the firm.  We also established a New Lawyer Integration Program that has deepened our relationships and connections with our new lawyers, while providing them with the mentoring, resources, and information necessary for success.

How You Will Live Life Well at Stoel Rives

At Stoel Rives, you will enjoy a robust benefits package that includes a remote work policy, an inclusive parental leave policy, paid family medical leave, equivalent health benefits for LGBTQ+ employees’ spouses and partners, a generous employer health savings account contribution, telemedicine services, day care and medical expense flexible spending account, and an employee assistance program. In 2017, we launched an extended leave support program for our lawyers who take family, medical, and other approved leaves. This program also aids with transitioning to and from leave.

We are also proud participants of the ABA Well-Being Pledge, strongly believing that the well-being of our employees is paramount to the success of the firm. In addition, the firm’s Culture Committee supports the firm’s mission, vision, and values in bringing together spectacular client service and job satisfaction. 

To learn more about the benefits of working as an attorney at Stoel Rives, click here.

 

What We Are Doing to Ensure A Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Environment

Stoel Rives places a high priority on attracting and retaining lawyers with different backgrounds and life experiences. This makes us better and happier as people, as an organization, and as legal advisers. We are proud to offer many engagement opportunities including a firmwide DE&I Committee, Associates Committee, Pro Bono Committee, Affinity Groups, and Parenting Circle.

We proudly partner with Diversity Lab to implement innovative programs to advance Stoel Rives’ DE&I goals, including the aggressive metrics-based goals we’ve adopted as one of five founding Move the Needle Fund firms. Our efforts with Diversity Lab include certification under the Mansfield Rule, to boost the representation of diverse lawyers in our firm’s leadership by broadening the pool of candidates considered for opportunities, along with participation in the OnRamp Fellowship for legal returners and the OnTrack Sponsorship program.

 

 

Staff Attorney – Native American Unit/Crime Victims

Managing Attorney – Vancouver, WA

 

Corporate Associate (#641)

Dorsey is seeking an experienced Corporate Attorney to provide support to our Northern California Emerging Companies Practice. This position could be based in Palo Alto, Denver, Minneapolis, Missoula, Salt Lake City, or Seattle. The attorney will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of transactions for emerging companies, including mergers and acquisitions, public offerings and venture capital financings.  Dorsey offers opportunities for advancement within a collegial and dynamic environment, competitive salary, excellent benefits, and flexible work arrangements.
 
Qualified candidates will have:
- Two to eight years of experience with venture capital financing transactions;
- Additional experience in any of the following areas: mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, partnerships/LLCs, commercial transactions;
- Strong quantitative and communication skills; and
- Top academic credentials.

 

Dorsey offers opportunities for advancement within a collaborative and dynamic environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; domestic partner benefits (for same-sex and opposite-sex domestic partners); Dorsey & Whitney 401(K) Retirement and Savings Plan; 15 weeks of paid parental leave, plus an additional 6-8 weeks of paid short-term disability for lawyers who give birth; adoption assistance; back-up child care program; education and college advising programs; well-being programs and activities; a 24/7 employee assistance program with confidential counseling; and more!

 

Dorsey values the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive work environment. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. We believe that everyone should feel at home and part of our community.

 

You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.

 

Dorsey participates in E-Verify.

 

About Dorsey

Clients have relied on the international law firm of Dorsey & Whitney LLP since 1912 as a trusted legal advisor and valued business partner. With locations across the United States as well as Canada, Europe and Asia, Dorsey provides an integrated, dedicated approach to its clients' legal and business needs. Dorsey’s diverse client base includes more than one-third of Fortune 100 companies.

Our lawyers apply superb legal knowledge and skills with practical wisdom and a deep understanding of business and industry. We serve clients in nearly all industries, but focus on six key industries in which we have excellent depth and a history of achieving client success:

- Banking and Financial Institutions

- Development and Infrastructure

- Energy & Natural Resources

- Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

- Healthcare

- Technology

 

Dorsey’s distinguished alumni include U.S. Supreme Court Justice Harry Blackmun, noted law professor and scholar William Prosser and former U.S. Vice President Walter Mondale. Recognized for our dedication to community, Dorsey has met the ABA Law Firm Pro Bono Challenge every year since the Challenge began in 1993 by devoting more than 3% of billable hours to pro bono work.

 

One of our greatest strengths is a friendly, cooperative culture that values and appreciates each individual. Dorsey has received external recognition for our welcoming workplace, including:

- Mansfield Certification Plus (Diversity Lab)

- Best Law Firms for Women (National Association of Female Executives and Flex-Time Lawyers)

- 100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign)

- Gold Standard Certification (Women in Law Empowerment Forum)

- Adoption Advocate (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption)

 

How to Apply

Dorsey accepts online applications at http://www.dorsey.com/attorneyjobs. We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Individuals who are unable to use our online process due to a disability should call 612-492-5149.

Deputy Director

Application Deadline: August 6, 2021

 
The American Civil Liberties Union of Washington (ACLU-WA) is seeking a Deputy Director (DD).

The Deputy Director plays a key role in shaping the vision of the organization’s work and increasing the effectiveness of ACLU-WA operations. As a trusted advisor to the Executive Director, the Deputy Director will be focused on creating and supervising an outstanding HR, IT and Operations team that supports the entire organization through collaborative leadership and strategic and efficient workflow. The DD will ensure that resources — both financial and human — are deployed in ways that help further cross-team collaboration and achieve organization-wide goals. The DD will report to the Executive Director, assisting the ED with the internal, day-to-day management of the organization and will serve on the Leadership Team. 
 
*Please note: the ACLU-WA is closely following the 2019 Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19). Currently we are all working remotely and will begin transitioning back to the office in the fall with a goal of opening fully in early 2022. We will continue to carefully monitor public health pronouncements and recommendations.
 
As an organization, we value working together and look forward to when we can return to our office. Candidates outside of Seattle and/or Washington State will be considered for this position with the understanding that relocation to the Puget Sound region will be required possibly before we fully open.
 
To aid remote work, we provide laptops, home office supplies, certain equipment, and technology support. You will need an effective WiFi connection and a way to reach you by phone. This position is eligible for either a work phone or phone stipend, as well as an additional $100 stipend each month to help cover any additional costs while working from home.
 
 

OVERVIEW

The ACLU of Washington is a leader among state affiliates of the American Civil Liberties Union, the country's premier guardian of liberty. We work in courts, legislatures, and communities to protect and extend American rights to freedom, fairness, and equality. The ACLU is both nonprofit and nonpartisan. We are supported by more than 135,000 members, activists, and donors.
 
The ACLU of Washington is committed to ending racism in Washington State and throughout the country. This includes how we work with each other, and with our partners and allies in the communities we serve. We are committed to bringing anti-racism to all aspects of ACLU-WA's internal and external functions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring and human resources, strategic planning, ally, donor, and volunteer relations, Board and committee processes, and deciding what cases to litigate. We are looking for candidates who share this commitment to advancing racial justice, both internally in our organization and externally in the communities that we serve.
 
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.  The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, socio-economic circumstance, or record of arrest or conviction. We do not conduct criminal background checks on our candidates.
 
 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Our Deputy Director will work closely with the Executive Director including:

• Participate in and help lead ACLU-WA’s race equity work. This may include utilizing ACLU-WA race equity tools, adopting ACLU-WA race equity practices, serving on the Race Equity Team or subcommittees, etc.
• Work with the Leadership and Race Equity Teams to create, promote, and protect a respectful, equitable workplace of belonging, including staying apprised of and implementing best practices in equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB).
• Serve as leadership backup to the Executive Director and participate in internal meetings with the ED. 
• Manage Human Resource initiatives. Identify key Human Resource trends, challenges, and opportunities.
• Work with Leadership Team to sustain and continually evolve an intentional culture that: centers race and other forms of equity; encourages respect, compassion, and courageous engagement; and acknowledges and values the humanity of all.
• Supervise Staff: provide leadership and supervision to HR, IT and Operations staff.
  • HR – Manage and guide the priorities and workflow of HR Director and the recruitment work.
  • IT – Manage IT team, ensure IT projects stay within budgetary, time, and effort scopes.  Oversee plans for the organization’s use of technology and data with strict compliance with our privacy and security policies.
  • Operations – Manage operations staff, ensuring that facilities, front desk, and all critical administrative infrastructure issues are effectively supported.
• Work closely with the Integrated Advocacy Director to ensure the work of the ACLU-WA is well supported, coordinated across departments, and aligned with the strategic plan.
• Work with HR Director and address staff personnel issues as necessary keeping the Executive Director apprised as appropriate.
• Lead ongoing strategic planning processes.
• Work with the HR and Finance Directors on compensation strategies for new hires, promotions, transfers.
• Develop existing managers, ensuring they are operating at their best and continually improving in management skills.
• Ensure regular management training for staff and ensure our tools are in consistent and effective use with regular refresh sessions. Follow trends in management best practices, particularly about race equity; bring this knowledge back to office.
• Facilitate effective implementation of the performance review process through training, support, and accountability.
• Collaborate with the ACLU National office on nationwide and statewide issues and policies relating to office operations, HR, IT and related topics.
• Other duties as assigned.

 
 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ideal candidates will have an awareness of, and willingness to engage in, the difficult and transformative work of challenging systems of oppression, institutional and structural racism, and implicit bias.
• Demonstrated commitment to civil liberties, social justice, and race equity.
• A commitment to diversity; a personal approach that values the individual and respects differences of race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socio-economic circumstance.
• A law degree is preferred with experience in employment law.
• Knowledge of employment law critical to oversee compliance with organizational policies and relevant laws is required.

• At least ten years of increasingly responsible relevant experience working in a senior management position that required significant judgment, emotional intelligence and management finesse. Demonstrated ability to resourcefully solve problems.
• An awareness of the impacts of secondary trauma in the workplace.

• Excellent organizational skills including exceptional attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines and accomplish work in order of priority while driving strategies to completion.
• Accessible, flexible, decisive, and supportive management style that inspires trust and confidence while creating space for collaboration and shared decision making when possible. Inspires staff to work together in pursuit of a common mission and holds them accountable for accomplishment of objectives.  Ability to provide clear direction, delegate well and assume ultimate responsibility. Ability to develop and nurture highly talented and diverse staff.
• A diplomatic advocate with active listening skills who can connect with people from different backgrounds, build relationships across differences, and navigate and resolve conflict in a manner that values and respects relationships with people at all levels, both within and outside of the organization. 
• Self-confidence, high energy level, grace under pressure and rapid responses to crises.
• Competence in the use of office computer applications, electronic databases, and electronic legal research. 

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIY

This position will head a department of 6 staff, directly supervising 4 staff. The number of direct reports and department size is subject to change.
 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The ACLU-WA’s staff of 40+ employees and numerous volunteers generally work in a standard office setting in downtown Seattle between the hours of 9am and 5pm. The physical demands and work environment described below represent those required and encountered by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to type on a keyboard for long periods of time
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
• Ability to travel locally/regionally/across the state a minimum of 5 days a month/as needed
• Ability to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to periodically work long and extended hours
• Ability to view a computer screen for long periods of time

This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.
 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The ACLU of WA is dedicated to centering equity in all aspects of the organization and, as such, has adopted a salary scale for measuring how to best compensate its employees. The salary for this position is $169,317 - $183,814. A range indicates the intention to accommodate those with varying years of relevant experience, as determined by the salary scale.
 
The position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and requires a willingness to work beyond our standard 7-hour workday, including evening and weekend meetings and events. 
 
Benefits include three weeks of vacation, thirteen sick days, fifteen holidays, fully paid employee medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, a generous retirement plan, and an ORCA card, the regional transportation pass.
 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

To apply, email a cover letter and resume to Jobs@aclu-wa.org and include in the subject line of the email: your name and Deputy Director. In your cover letter, please indicate where you learned of the posting. Applications will be accepted until August 6, 2021, at which time the job announcement will be removed from our website at www.aclu-wa.org/careers.
 
The ACLU of Washington comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union of Washington, Inc. and the American Civil Liberties Union of Washington Foundation. The two corporations share the same overall mission, office space, and employees. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU of Washington”.

Position Details

This position is open until filled. Applications submitted on or before July 25, 2021, at 11:59 pm will be given priority consideration.

The City of Auburn Legal Department is seeking a talented Prosecutor to be the newest member of their team! This position performs professional, legal work with primary responsibility for prosecution of misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor crimes and infractions in King County District Court.

Our ideal candidate is:

• A knowledgeable, experienced municipal prosecutor
• A team player, able to work in a dynamic environment by taking initiative for work
• An employee and co-worker who brings their genuine self to the workplace

OUR CITY
The City of Auburn was incorporated in 1891, and has since bloomed into a perfect place to live, visit, explore, and play.  With over 29.8 square miles of land, two rivers, and two counties, Auburn is home to over 80,000 residents and hundreds of businesses, ranging from manufacturing to retail.

WORKING IN AUBURN
The City operates as a Strong-Mayor form of Mayor-Council government, with a City Council of seven at-large members.  The management team at the City of Auburn includes the Mayor and nine Department Directors from the following departments: Administration, Community Development, Finance, Human Resources, Innovation & Technology, Legal, Parks & Arts & Recreation, Police, and Public Works.  With a mission to improve the lives of Auburn residents, promote diversity, and support economic growth, Team Auburn is a great place to work!

THE LEGAL DEPARTMENT
The City Attorney's office represents the City in its day-to-day operations and provides legal advice to the Mayor, City Council, and Boards & Commissions that make up the municipal government of the City of Auburn.  The team is a total of 17 employees, consisting of three divisions: Civil, Prosecution, and the City Clerk's office. Primary Duties

In this job, you will:

• Appear at prosecution court proceedings including, but not limited to, arraignments, pre-trial hearings, motions, jury/bench trials, sentencings, review hearings, and contested infraction hearings.
• Review cases for criminal charging, and ready charged cases for in-court prosecution by preparing necessary documents and contacting needed witnesses/victims and opposing counsel.
• Prepare briefs/legal documents for court proceedings.
• Use Westlaw to research legal issues relating to City prosecution.
• Manage criminal prosecution caseload, coordinating with the Police Department and Courts for effective and efficient case management.

While these are some of the duties and responsibilities of this position, please CLICK HERE to view a full list.Minimum Qualifications

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association
• Licensed to practice in the State of Washington
• At least one (1) year of experience prosecuting misdemeanor cases and traffic violation cases, or equivalent experience

A valid driver's license without impending loss is also required at the time of appointment.Additional Information

WHY CHOOSE THE CITY OF AUBURN?

• Competitive salary with scheduled step increases on an annual basis
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans with employee premiums paid by the City
• Employer contributions to the State Retirement System pension plans
• 17 days of paid vacation per year
• 10 paid holidays per year
• 2 paid floating holidays of your choice per year
• VEBA (tax-free health savings account)
• Optional Flexible Spending benefit plan
• Deferred Compensation plan options
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• And more!

For more information about what benefits the City provides, please visit: 

https://www.auburnwa.gov/city_hall/employment_human_resources/benefits.

 
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
Team Auburn values diverse perspectives and life experiences, and welcomes applications from people who will help us consistently demonstrate the values of equity, respect, and partnership. The department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans. Individuals interested in joining our team must be committed to racial, social, and economic equality for ALL people in our community. 
 
The City of Auburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.  No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To learn more about the Inclusive Auburn initiative, please visit: 

https://www.auburnwa.gov/city_hall/mayor/inclusive_auburn.

READY TO APPLY?
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully.  If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The City of Auburn is dedicated to building an inclusive, informed city, with opportunities for all.  In alignment with that goal, the City has adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, including names, addresses, and other similar information. This eliminates the possibility of unintentional or implicit bias during the initial screening of applications.  For that reason, hiring managers will not be viewing any attachments to your application, including a cover letter or resume, during the initial screening.
 
Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application, and thoroughly answer the supplemental questions prior to the submission deadline! You must meet the minimum qualifications to move forward in the screening process.

Please note that if you are selected to move forward after an interview, a background check, reference check, driving record review, and fingerprinting will be completed before an official job offer will be made.
 
COMMUNICATION FROM THE CITY OF AUBURN
We primarily communicate via e-mail during the recruitment process.  E-mails from auburnwa.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner.  As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.

CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Medisch, HR Manager, by email at mmedisch@auburnwa.gov or by phone at 253-931-3073.  

COMMERCIAL LITIGATION ASSOCIATE

Cairncross & Hempelmann (“CH&”) is a full-service law firm in Seattle that advises our diverse client base in business, land use, real estate, litigation, and bankruptcy and creditors’ rights.  Our hallmark culture hinges upon respect, collegiality, and genuine care which extends to all CH& employees, as well as to our clients and their teams. 

We are seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate to join our dynamic litigation group.  Our key areas of focus are real estate litigation, business disputes and complex contracts, construction litigation, design professional liability claims, and policy holders’ insurance coverage in state and federal court.  The ideal candidate will have 1– 3 years of general commercial litigation experience.

Superior academic credentials, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and current WSBA membership (or membership in another state bar plus the ability to pursue WSBA membership) are required.  In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we anticipate that this position will commence with a combination of remote and in-office work. 

Our firm recently renewed our commitment to racial equality and social justice and implemented the CH& Racial Equality & Social Justice Plan that invites all attorneys and staff to engage, take action, and continue to broaden diversity and awareness in our communities.  The CH& Diversity Team was started in 2004 and drives the firm’s initiatives and action.  For more information, go to Diversity | Cairncross & Hempelmann. 

We offer a competitive salary, generous benefits, friendly people and a wonderful working environment.  Check us out at www.cairncross.com.  EOE.  Send cover letter, resume, law school transcript, references, and a document on which you were the primary author to:

 

Human Resources

 Cairncross & Hempelmann, P.S.

 524 Second Avenue, Suite 500

 Seattle, WA  98104-2323

careers@cairncross.com