Company: Seattle City Light

Job Title: Legal Affairs Advisor

Pay: $44.16 - $66.29 Hourly

Location: Seattle

Job Application Link: https://www.governmentjobs. com/careers/seattle/jobs/ 1624465/legal-affairs-advisor- strategic-advisor-iii-exempt

At the Washington State Attorney General’s Office, we aspire to be the best public law office in the nation.  We are 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 attorney opportunities. 

 

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Attorney (AAG) - Spokane Division's Interdisciplinary Section  (DL:  1/16/17)

 

Attorney (AAG) - Social and Health Services Division in Olympia  (DL:  1/18/17)

 

Attorney (AAG) - University of Washington Division in Seattle  (DL:  1/19/17)

 

Attorney (AAG) - Transportation & Public Construction Division  (DL:  1/22/17)

 

Attorney (AAG) - Spokane Division's Social and Health Services Section  (DL:  1/22/17)

 

Attorney (AAG) - Torts Division in Tumwater - Employment Team  (DL:  1/26/17)

 

Attorney (AAG) - Torts' Early Resolution Program in Tumwater  (DL:  1/26/17)

 

Attorney (AAG) – Torts Division – 3 positions on the Employment, Social and Health Services and Transportation Teams – in Tumwater  (DL:  1/30/17)

 

 

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Diversity is critical to the success of the mission of the AGO. It is the recognition, respect, and appreciation of all cultures and backgrounds and the fostering of 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. The core values of the AGO are served by a strong commitment to the value of diversity and by promoting an inclusive workplace. 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 diversity, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability 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 any information in an alternative format may contact Tracy Robinson at 360-586-7693 or Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.

 

 

County Attorney 1 – Pierce County Prosecutor’s Office

Misdemeanor Division

 

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/piercecountywa/default.cfm?action=jobbulletin&JobID=1626999

SALARY: $62,688 annually

Full-time 35 hours per week with benefits

CLOSING DATE: Must be received by 4:30 p.m., January 20th

ABOUT THE OFFICE

The Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, located in downtown Tacoma, is the largest law firm in the county, employing approximately 217 staff including a large number of Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys. Pierce County, which includes Tacoma, has a population of 813,600 and growing. The office has three divisions: the Criminal Division, which is responsible for prosecuting all felony, misdemeanor, and juvenile criminal cases; the Civil Division, which is responsible for providing legal counsel to County officials and representing the County’s interest in court; and the Family Support Division, which is an integral part of the State child support system.

NATURE OF WORK

This position performs professional level work in the legal field as a Pierce County Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in the Misdemeanor Division, handling all aspects of District Court criminal practice, from arraignments and pre-trial conferences, to trials and post-conviction hearings. This is an entry-level position. Duties are performed with professional discretion and within office guidelines, professional ethics and standards, and legal requirements. This is an exempt, at-will, temporary position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Represents the State of Washington, in Pierce County District Court, in all criminal cases from arraignment and pre-trial conferences, to trial and post-conviction hearings.
• Independently manages a substantial caseload.
• Prepares witnesses and strategy for trial.
• Advises law enforcement personnel during the course of criminal investigations. Conducts case review and provides feedback to law enforcement officers on legal issues impacting admissibility of evidence.
• Performs other related work as required.

Just as important as the ability to perform the essential functions of the position are the following core competencies and characteristics:

• The desire and ability to uphold the mission and core values of the Pierce County Prosecutor’s Office as outlined below.
• The ability to interact in a positive and engaging manner with colleagues and members of the community, treating every contact as a valued individual contributing to inclusiveness in the work environment and embracing and promoting diversity;
• Exceptional interpersonal ability coupled with strong written and verbal communication skills;
• The ability to build partnerships and promote teamwork;
• A professional image and positive, approachable demeanor;
• A commitment to teamwork and helping others achieve goals;
• The ability to multi-task and handle numerous responsibilities simultaneously in a fast-paced working environment;
• Creativity and open-mindedness;
• Strong learning acumen;
• Ability to type on a personal computer at an acceptable level of proficiency for independent production of work product and operate standard office machines and software.

Mission Statement:

Pursuing Justice. Representing the People. Serving Our Community.

Core Values:

Justice: We vigorously protect the rights of the people of Pierce County and hold offenders accountable. We support crime victims and their families.

Excellence: We maintain the highest standards of personal and professional performance in service to the community.

Teamwork: We work respectfully with each other, all members of the justice system, and the community to promote the public good.

Accountability: We believe in open government and accept responsibility for the decisions we make. We are fiscally sound, innovative, and operationally efficient.

Integrity: We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards in carrying out our responsibilities.

Respect: We treat our co-workers and all members of the community professionally, fairly and with dignity.

RECRUITING REQUIREMENTS

U.S. Citizenship (RCW 36.27.010, RCW 36.27.040, and RCW 29), admission to the practice of law as an attorney in the State of Washington (RCW 36.27.010), and the ability to successfully complete and pass a thorough background investigation and interview is required. A valid Washington State driver’s license is also required.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

To be considered for this position, please submit resume, letter detailing relevant experience and list of references via email to Lisa Hilligoss, Human Resources Manager, at ehillig@co.pierce.wa.us.

This is a competitive selection process. Your materials will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed above. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the needs of the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's Office will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 4 to 6 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include written, oral and performance examinations, and final interviews.

Pierce County will provide reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities during the selection process, if requested. Please notify the Human Resources Department at (253) 798-7480 of the accommodation needed, preferably at the time of application, but at least two days prior to the date needed.

It is the policy of Pierce County that no person shall be subjected to employment discrimination because of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person.

Assistant Attorney General – Regional Services Division in Bellingham – DL: 1/8/17)

Assistant Attorney General – Counsel for Environmental Protection in Seattle - DL:  1/9/17

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH), Office Diversity, Inclusion, and Compliance is seeking an innovative and collaborative enterprise risk and policy professional who has demonstrated leadership and management skills to fill the position of Administrative Risk and Policy Manager.  DOH is an employer of choice supporting employee engagement programs including Infant at Work, flex-work, tele-work, and workplace modernization. 
 
Reporting to the Chief of Diversity, Inclusion, and Compliance, the Administrative Risk and Policy Manager works with both internal and external stakeholders including the Department of Enterprise Services and Office of Risk Management to improve the application of enterprise risk management principles across the agency in order to minimize the Department's liability exposure.  This position has two (2) direct reports, both of which supervise two staff.
 
The Administrative Risk and Policy Manager is a member of the office leadership team and is responsible for the following:
 

• Overseeing the tort claims process for the Department.
• Evaluating risk oriented legislation for DOH.
• Working with the Attorney General's Office to negotiate and settle tort claims, other legal issues and lawsuits filed against the Department.
• Lead contact for the Department on litigation hold issues.
• Overseeing the Department's public records, information governance and information security programs
• Takes over leadership responsibilities when the Chief of Diversity, Inclusion, and Compliance is out of the office.

 
To learn more about the position and to view the complete position description, visit:  http://www.doh.wa.gov/Portals/1/Documents/9400/DOH3503_-_Position_Description.doc.   
 

The Seattle office of Perkins Coie, LLP has a number of positions open:

2017 1L Patent Prosecution/Litigation Fellowship - Job #A20161203 – Seattle, Washington

The 2017 Perkins Coie 1L Patent Prosecution and Patent Litigation Fellows will be selected on the basis of the following criteria:

· Candidates must be a first-year law student in good standing pursuing the degree of Juris Doctor at an ABA accredited law school.

· Candidates must have a strong academic record as well as experience that demonstrates great promise for a successful career in the legal profession.

· Candidates must have the technical or scientific background necessary for the practice group’s work. Applicants with prior professional technical or scientific experience are preferred.

Applicants for Patent Prosecution positions must be eligible to sit for the Patent Bar. Candidates with Electrical Engineering and Computer Science degrees are preferred.

To be considered, please submit the following materials by clicking on the link below:

· Resume

· Cover Letter (a brief transmittal letter is sufficient)

· Three references (please provide name, email, phone)

· Undergraduate, graduate and, if available, law school transcripts (unofficial versions are acceptable)

· Legal writing sample (10-page maximum)

Application period begins Thursday, December 1, 2016 and ends Monday, January 16, 2017.

https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/summer-program/job-listings/index.html

2017 1L Diversity Fellowship - Job #A20161214 – Seattle, Washington

The 2017 Perkins Coie 1L Diversity Student Fellows will be selected on the basis of the following criteria:

· Candidates must be a first-year law student in good standing pursuing the degree of Juris Doctor at an ABA accredited law school.

· Candidates must have a strong academic record as well as experience that demonstrates great promise for a successful career in the legal profession.

· Candidates must meaningfully contribute to the diversity of the law school student body and, upon entering the legal profession, the legal community.

To be considered, please submit the following materials by clicking on the link below:

· Resume

· Three references (please provide name, email, phone)

· Undergraduate and, if available, law school transcripts (unofficial versions are acceptable)

· Legal writing sample (10-page maximum)

· Personal Statement (one-page, single-spaced)

Your personal statement should go beyond your resume to tell your unique personal history.

Please do not submit a cover letter. In-office interviews will be granted to finalists before fellowships are awarded.

Application period begins Thursday, December 1, 2016 and ends Monday, January 16, 2017.

https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/summer-program/overview.html

Associate Attorney - Commercial Litigation - Job #A20160905 - Seattle, Washington

The Seattle office of Perkins Coie is seeking a mid-level litigation associate to join its White Collar & Investigations practice. The associate primarily will be engaged in representing clients in government investigations, prosecutions, and enforcement actions, litigating civil fraud matters, such as False Claims Act and securities proceedings, and conducting internal investigations. Candidates must have at least three years of experience at a national law firm working on complex litigation matters, preferably including white collar work, working for a government regulator, prosecutor's office or public defender, and/or service as a judicial clerk (federal clerks preferred). All applicants must have a JD from a top law school, strong law school grades and excellent writing skills. To apply, please submit a cover letter outlining your specific interest in and qualifications to join a white collar practice, a current resume, law school transcripts, and a self-edited writing sample.

https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/laterals/job-listings/commercial-litigation-associate-job-a20160905-seattle-wa.html

Associate Attorney - Environment, Energy & Resource - Job #A20160714d - Seattle, Washington

The Seattle office of Perkins Coie LLP is seeking a junior to mid-level associate to join the firm’s Environment, Energy, and Resources practice. The ideal candidate will have two to four years of experience on environmental regulatory and/or litigation matters. Experience with the Clean Air Act, the Renewable Fuel Standard, and/or working with the petroleum refining industry is preferred. The practice includes stationary source, mobile source, and fuels work for the petroleum refining industry and related work for other industries. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials and strong writing, advocacy and client service skills. Prior federal judicial clerkship is a plus. To be considered, please provide your cover letter, resume, law school transcript and a writing sample.

https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/laterals/job-listings/environment-energy-resources-associate-job-a20160714f-seattle.html

Associate Attorney - Financial Transactions - Job #A20161220 - Seattle, Washington

The Seattle office of Perkins Coie is seeking an entry-level or junior associate to join our Financial Transactions practice group. Experience in banking, commercial and real estate finance and accounting is strongly preferred. All candidates must have strong academic credentials and be a member of the Washington State Bar. To apply, please access the link below and attach your cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.

https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/laterals/job-listings/financial-transactions-associate-job-a20161220-seattle-wa.html

Associate Attorney - Patent Prosecution - Job #A20161104 – Seattle, Washington

The Seattle office of Perkins Coie is seeking a patent prosecution associate with three to six years of prosecution experience to join its growing patent prosecution practice. Candidates must have a degree in computer science or electrical engineering, strong academic credentials and excellent references. All candidates must be admitted to the USPTO and must be members of the Washington Bar. To apply, please access the link below and attach your cover letter, resume, law school transcript and graduate/undergraduate transcripts.

https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/laterals/job-listings/patent-prosecution-associate-job-a20161104-seattle-wa.html

Associate Attorney - Product Liability Associate - Job #A20161221 - Seattle, Washington

The Seattle office of Perkins Coie is seeking a junior associate to join its Product Liability practice group. Candidates must have at least one year of experience through either a federal clerkship and/or working on complex litigation matters at an AmLaw 100 law firm. Excellent academic credentials are required. To apply, please click on the link below and attach your cover letter, resume and law school transcript.

https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/laterals/job-listings/product-liability-associate-job-a20161221-seattle-wa.html

Associate Attorney - Technology Transactions & Privacy - Job #A20160514a – Seattle, Washington

Perkins Coie LLP is seeking a midlevel associate to join its cutting edge Technology Transactions & Privacy practice. Candidates should have three to six years of experience which includes general US and international privacy and data security. Helpful to have experience advising internet platforms, retailers, social media companies, mobile apps providers, social media companies, cloud storage providers and telecommunication companies. Commercial and consumer agreement drafting skills a plus. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials. To apply, please access the link below and attach your cover letter, resume and law school transcript.

https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/laterals/job-listings/technology-transactions-privacy-associate-job-a20160514-seattle.html

Associate Attorney - Trademark Copyright Media & Brand Protection Associate - Job #A20161218 – Seattle, Washington

The Seattle office of Perkins Coie LLP seeks an attorney with two to five years of relevant trademark experience to work with our Trademark, Copyright, Media & Brand Protection practice. The ideal candidate will have well-developed skills in U.S. and international trademark clearance, counseling, prosecution and enforcement. Experience with the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, Uniform Dispute Resolution Policy, IP transactions, advertising, marketing and promotions matters, as well as handling copyright-related issues and registration is strongly preferred. Attention to detail, the ability to work well in a group, as well as the ability to work independently, are important characteristics. Successful candidates will have strong academic credentials, excellent legal writing skills and a proven track record in all aspects of a trademark, copyright, domain name, and advertising practice. Experience in a large law firm setting is also preferred.

Our nationally-ranked Trademark, Copyright, Media & Brand Protection practice represents multi-national clients in a wide range of industries, from consumer products, software, industrial manufacturing, aerospace, transportation, forest products and construction, to retail, finance, health care, high technology, biotech, fashion, music, advertising, marketing, and interactive entertainment, as well as start-ups and smaller businesses. The firm has a strong focus on intellectual property practices, and one of the largest trademark practices in the Pacific Northwest.

To be considered, please provide your cover letter, resume, writing sample, references and law school transcript.

https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/laterals/job-listings/trademark-copyright-media-brand-protection-associate-job.html

Associate Attorney - Trademark Copyright Media & Brand Protection - Job #A20160801 – Seattle, Washington

The Seattle office of Perkins Coie LLP seeks an attorney with at least six years of relevant trademark experience to work with our Trademark, Copyright, Media & Brand Protection practice. The ideal candidate will have experience in U.S. and international trademark clearance, counseling, prosecution and enforcement. Experience with the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, Uniform Dispute Resolution Policy, IP transactions, advertising, marketing and promotions matters, as well as handling copyright-related issues and registration is strongly preferred. Experience in a large law firm setting is also preferred. This is a non-partnership track position.

Our nationally-ranked Trademark, Copyright, Media & Brand Protection practice represents multi-national clients in a wide range of industries, from consumer products, software, industrial manufacturing, aerospace, transportation, forest products and construction, to retail, finance, health care, high technology, biotech, fashion, music, advertising, marketing, and interactive entertainment, as well as start-ups and smaller businesses. The firm has a strong focus on intellectual property practices, and one of the largest trademark practices in the Pacific Northwest.

Please submit a resume, law school transcript, writing sample and references by accessing the link below.

https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/laterals/job-listings/trademark-copyright-media-brand-protection-attorney-job.html

Niko Olsrud | Perkins Coie LLP

TEMP ATTORNEY RECRUITING ASSISTANT

1201 Third Avenue Suite 4900

Seattle, WA 98101-3099

D. +1.206.359.3262

F. +1.206.359.9000

E. NOlsrud@perkinscoie.com

LEWIS & CLARK LAW SCHOOL

VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR POSITIONS

2017-2019

Lewis & Clark Law School is now accepting applications for two visiting assistant professor (VAP) positions. Each VAP position will run for the 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 academic years. One VAP position is in Lewis & Clark Law School’s top-ranked environmental, natural resources and energy law program. The other VAP position is in Lewis & Clark Law School’s highly ranked lawyering program. Depending upon curricular needs, selected VAPs may teach courses in other programs as well. 

The position is ideal for those interested in transitioning to a career in academia. VAPs will have the opportunity to focus on teaching, scholarly research, and writing in preparation for that transition. Each VAP will teach three courses per academic year and write at least one article or other scholarly piece per year. VAPs will receive mentoring from Lewis & Clark Law School’s full-time faculty. VAPs will also participate in faculty colloquia, committees, special visitor events, and other professional and social engagements throughout the academic year.

Ideal candidates will have a J.D., at least 2 years of practical experience, the ability to teach and communicate effectively, and strong writing and research skills. We strongly encourage applications from persons in groups historically underrepresented in the legal profession. Ideal candidates will have experience working with diverse populations, demonstrated ability to contribute to campus diversity efforts, and/or evidence of cultural competence.

Lewis & Clark Law School is located in Portland, Oregon. Our campus is in a stunning wooded area adjacent to a state wilderness park and offers a peaceful setting for concentrated research and writing. The campus is located only 10 minutes from downtown Portland and several of Portland’s close-in neighborhoods. Portland offers outstanding restaurants, bars, and coffee shops; excellent traditional and innovative theater and dance; a vibrant music scene; and an impressive and expanding network of bicycling and walking infrastructure. The members of our faculty have a diverse array of interests and expertise, providing the opportunity for the exchange of stimulating ideas and scholarship. 

The VAP receives a salary of $50,000 per year, plus contribution towards benefits. The VAP will have a private office and access to our excellent library resources. 

To apply, please submit the following by February 3, 2017, to Doreen Corwin, corwin@lclark.edu:

(1)            C.V.;

(2)            Law school transcript;

            (3)        Cover letter explaining your interest in the VAP position and describing how your experience will contribute to a culture of inclusion and campus diversity;

            (4)        Explanation of proposed research for articles or other writings; and

(5)        List of areas of teaching interest.

           

            Lewis & Clark Law School adheres to a nondiscriminatory policy with respect to employment and has a firm commitment to promote the letter and spirit of all equal opportunity and civil rights laws. 

For further information, please visit http://law.lclark.edu/ or contact

Professor Melissa Powers at (503) 768-6727 or powers@lclark.edu.

TeamChild is a nationally recognized nonprofit serving vulnerable youth across Washington State. TeamChild is best known for its legal services program reaching children in crisis in King, Pierce, Spokane, and Yakima counties.

Our clients are young people and many are involved in the juvenile justice and child welfare systems. Our legal services program is designed to keep young people out of juvenile court by reconnecting them to education, healthcare, mental health, and housing supports. We work closely with public defenders, juvenile court staff and the community to positively impact the young person’s life while helping the youth to accomplish their goals and reduce further contact with the courts. The mission of TeamChild is to uphold the rights of youth involved, or at risk of involvement, in the juvenile justice system to help them secure the education, healthcare, housing and other support they need to achieve positive outcomes in their lives. In our work we aim to move systems away from exclusion, arrest and incarceration towards more effective strategies that have the best chance of promoting the well-being and success of our most vulnerable children. For more information, see www.teamchild.org.

JOB OVERVIEW

TeamChild is seeking a full-time staff attorney in our Pierce County office in Tacoma Washington, located approximately 30 miles south of Seattle. TeamChild’s Pierce County Office will soon be celebrating our 20th year serving youth. The vision for this new staff attorney position was developed with input from community service providers and advocates for homeless youth. The new staff attorney will join our Pierce County team and allow us to expand our legal services to youth and young adults experiencing housing instability or homelessness. The position will also involve policy advocacy on behalf of youth and technical assistance to support local community agencies that provide housing and community based services to youth and young adults experiencing homelessness. Primary job duties include providing holistic civil legal representation to youth with a specific focus on youth and young adults (up to age 24) experiencing housing instability or homelessness. Many of these young people are at risk of, or already involved in, the juvenile or criminal justice and child welfare systems.

Advocacy involves breaking down legal barriers to a wide array of community based services and supports, including but not limited to, education, safe and stable living situations, mental health care and medical services, and other civil rights issues. Activities include legal advice and/or representation in administrative or judicial proceedings, negotiations or other dispute resolution processes, advocacy in juvenile and criminal court in partnership with public defenders to promote alternatives to secure detention, and collaboration with and referrals to community providers. The staff attorney is also responsible for other advocacy activities, including community training, outreach, and policy work on behalf of our client base.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are seeking candidates who are committed to social justice and are passionate legal advocates for young people. Candidates should work well both independently and as a team member, be respectful and open to working with people from diverse backgrounds, enjoy creative problem solving, and value the creation of relationships across disciplines. Additional qualifications include:

Posted 12/15/2016

• Exceptional legal skills, preferably in the relevant areas of law (public housing, school discipline/special education, public health care, public benefits, re-entry issues, delinquency, child welfare, or other areas of youth related law)

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills

• Member in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association or eligible for reciprocity

• Experience working with young people, especially 12-18 year olds

• Demonstrated competence in working with diverse clients and communities

• High level of professionalism and ethical standards

• Must have access to a vehicle and have a valid driver’s license to travel throughout the county to meet client and agency needs

• Strong organizational, technology, and project management skills

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with other advocates and social service providers

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary range begins at $48,369 and increases annually based on salary scale. Position comes with full benefits (including medical, dental, vision, long and short term disability).

TO APPLY

Please email a concise letter of interest, resume, and a legal writing sample to jobs@teamchild.org . Please write

"Staff Attorney – Pierce County" and your last name in the subject line.

Résumé review will begin January 10th and the position is open until filled. First round interviews will be scheduled for the week of January 23rd.

No phone calls or email inquiries please.

At TeamChild we believe that racial and other social identities should be respected and affirmed. In support of this belief, we are building an equitable and inclusive organization and providing our team of staff, volunteers and Board members with the tools to address institutionalized racism and other forms of oppression. All members of our team are responsible for providing and supporting an equitable and inclusive work environment that will enrich our interactions with each other and our products and services. This responsibility provides the foundation for empowering the children and families that we serve so their needs are justly represented and their desires amply fulfilled.

TeamChild is an Equal Opportunity Employer. TeamChild is committed to promoting an environment free of barriers and discriminatory practices for its clients, Board, and staff. 

Justice seeks to attract, retain, and promote individuals of exceptional ability and talent from all walks of life. The work environment and atmosphere is open, diverse, collegial, and inclusive. There are active affinity groups for African-American; Asian-American; Hispanic; lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT); and Native American employees, which are open to all DOJ employees regardless of background. Justice fosters a work environment where people of all backgrounds and experiences may reach their full potential.

Thank you for your help in disseminating these vacancy announcements. These and other attorney vacancy announcements may be found at: http://www.justice.gov/legal- careers/attorneys-vacancies.

Antitrust Division (ATR)

Attorney-Adviser (Criminal Litigation Consultant & Training Coordinator)

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Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal Division)

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USAO District of Maryland

14 Month TERM Assistant United States Attorney

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Assistant United States Attorney

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USAO Eastern District of Washington (Spokane)

Assistant United States Attorney

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USAO Eastern District of Washington (Yakima)

Assistant United States Attorney

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Posting Date: 11/28/16

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Sound Transit

SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL

Job #15-00932

SALARY: $136,188.00 - $170,235.00 Annually

OPENING DATE: 11/16/16

CLOSING DATE: 12/15/16, 5:00 PM

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Sound Transit's legal department seeks a senior real estate attorney. As in-house counsel to a rapidly expanding regional transit authority, we advise agency staff and policy makers on complex legal matters and develop legal strategies and creative solutions that balance potential legal risks with strategic and public interests. We work with elected officials, the Federal Transit Administration, engineers, transportation planners, and other dedicated agency staff to plan, design, build and operate the region's high capacity transportation system. This is a new position intended to complement our existing team of 11 attorneys in a collegial environment in our Union Station offices.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Negotiate complex real estate transactions, including property acquisition and disposition, leases, joint development, and transit-oriented development.

• Collaborate with and manage outside counsel on eminent domain litigation, including dispute resolution processes.

• Review, draft, and negotiate intergovernmental agreements.

• Counsel Sound Transit Board and staff in implementing the requirements of the Uniform Act and Washington eminent domain law.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

Juris Doctorate Degree and eight years of experience in a public or private practice with Washington transactional real estate as a significant component. A solid understanding of the principles of the Uniform Relocation Act. Demonstrated experience litigating Washington eminent domain cases is a plus. Experience counseling clients within a municipal law context. Active membership in good standing of the Washington State Bar (or equivalent).

Required Licenses or Certifications:

Current Washington State Bar License (or obtained within 6 months of employment).

Required Knowledge of:

• Legal principles, practices, and procedures relevant to municipal, institutional, and administrative law.

• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

• Advanced methods and techniques required to perform legal duties and responsibilities.

• Methods and techniques required to efficiently research legal issues.

• Judicial procedures and rules of evidence.

• Relevant legal precedent and court decisions impacting litigation.

• State and federal court trial and appellate practice rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.

• Advanced principles and practices of program development and administration.

• Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.

• Basic project management techniques.

• Principles of customer service.

Required Skill in:

• Utilizing personal computer software programs affecting assigned work and in compiling and preparing spreadsheets and reports.

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups and the general public.

• Interpreting and administering policies and procedures sufficient to administer, discuss, resolve, and explain them to staff and other constituencies.

• Public speaking and in developing and delivering presentations and presenting ideas and concepts orally and in writing.

• Defining legal issues, collecting and analyzing information, and recommending action.

• Applying legal principles to novel situations.

• Interpreting and making decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies.

• Preparing a variety of clear and concise legal documents including letters, memos, briefs, opinions, contracts, deeds, leases, and other legal documents.

• Developing and implementing practical legal approach that responsibly evaluates and balances legal risks with project demands.

• Conducting research on legal problems and preparing sound legal opinion.

• Negotiating with other parties.

• Balancing project needs with legal requirements and mediating competing interests among departments.

• Demonstrating effective diplomacy on legal issues and matters.

• Managing projects and making decisions in fast-paced, difficult environments.

• Preparing and quickly analyzing and synthesizing complex data and comprehensive reports.

• Maintaining confidentiality and communicating with tact and diplomacy.

• Responding to inquiries and in effective oral and written communication.

• Applying project management techniques and principles.

• Working cooperatively with other departments, Agency officials, and outside agencies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is performed in a standard office environment.

• Subject to standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting of objects up to 25 pounds.

The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.

It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value workplace diversity. We seek to create an environment and culture that embraces the differences of our employees. You will find an exceptionally diverse group of people at Sound Transit with regard to culture, beliefs, communication styles, and life and work experiences.

All qualified applicants are considered in accordance with applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital status or veteran status or any another legally protected status.