Section Chief - Torts Division, Torts Investigations Section, Tumwater
Job description
All employees and volunteers of the Washington State Attorney General's Office serve a crucial role in the protection of the state, its people and resources, thereby providing an incomparable degree of job satisfaction. The AGO is composed of diverse, collegial and supremely talented legal professionals who are resolute in their commitment to public service and share the common goal of advancing the public interest. For more information about the AGO, we encourage you to review the Office's Annual Report which can be found HERE (Download PDF reader) and view THIS VIDEO .
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:
A competitive benefit package that includes affordable medical plan options, dental benefits and retirement plans- Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Military and Civil Leave and Paid Holidays
- Transparent salary schedule - Managing AAG salaries are set between $75,228 and $140,916. The exact amount is set in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA
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The AGO will pay the general bar dues of someone who begins their assignment on or before January 31st per Article 10.8 of the AWAAG CBA
- Flex schedules and telecommuting options
- A formal AAG mentoring program that complements the AGO's inherently collegial and supportive environment
- Health and wellness program
- Training and career development program that is recognized for its excellence and efficacy by AGOs nationwide
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The Washington State Attorney General’s Office's Torts Division has an opening for a managing attorney in the Torts Investigations Section.
The Managing Attorney for the Torts Division’s Investigations Section supports the AGO and the Division by providing excellent, independent, and ethical legal services focused on the investigation of tort claims against state agencies and employees. This is an integral part of the work of the AGO’s Torts Division, which defends state agencies, employees and officials in all lawsuits for money damages assigned by the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services.
The Section Chief reviews all tort claims, identifying critical legal issues and making an initial decision about claim status and assignment. The Section Chief analyzes claims for the potential of third party insurance and oversees that claims are tendered to insurers when appropriate. Upon completion of an investigation, the Section Chief reviews the investigations done by Torts investigative staff and provides feedback about potential next steps.
The Section Chief also oversees investigations related to lawsuits, and ensures coordination between the Investigations Section and the Division’s trial teams. All work by the Section Chief is performed with a goal of ensuring effective use of investigative resources and helping to control defense costs for client agencies consistent with the AGO’s mission and strategic plan.
- Must have at least five years of experience in progressively more complex trials in the area of torts, civil rights, and/or employment liability.
Desired Qualifications:
- Supervisory or management experience is highly desirable; and
- Knowledge of insurance including issues related to tendering claims.
Per AGO Policy, employees and volunteers of the AGO must be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. If you are selected to serve within the AGO as an employee or volunteer, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination before you are able to begin work. You may request an exemption if you are unable to meet the requirement due to a medical or religious necessity.
This Assistant Attorney General position is represented by the Association of Washington Assistant Attorneys General (AWAAG) / Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) AFSCME Council 28, AFL-CIO. Managing AAG salaries are set between $75,228 and $140,916. The exact amount is set in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA. A competitive state benefits package is also offered which includes a choice of medical/dental insurance plans, retirement, life and basic long-term disability insurance. In addition, there are non-financial benefits that include working in a collaborative and supportive work environment where professional development and work-life balance are highly valued. The health, safety and professional satisfaction of all AGO staff and volunteers is critical to fulfilling the mission of the AGO to provide exceptional legal services. Complementing and fostering this goal is a long-standing commitment to environmental stewardship, as evidenced in the AGO's environmental policies.
Interested applicants must apply by hitting the "apply" button above. In addition to the on-line application, one must upload, via the system, preferably as PDFs:
- A letter of interest;
- Resume;
- Law school transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable); and
- Writing sample.
If you have questions about this position and/or want to learn more about it before applying, we welcome and encourage you to contact the Deputy Attorney General Jennifer Meyer (360) 586-6399. This position is open until filled with a first review on April 25, 2023. Interviews will be scheduled throughout the duration of the recruitment thus you are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
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Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that as an agency, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful, safe and supportive working environment. Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures and attributes, can AGO employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO.
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 the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. 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.
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