New WA AG opened applications for five senior roles paying over $130K. Here’s how to apply
With Jay Inslee’s 12 years as Washington’s governor coming to an end, and current attorney general Bob Ferguson set to replace him, the state government is about to see plenty of turnover. As a result, both Ferguson and incoming attorney general Nick Brown have posted job listings and put out a call for Washingtonians to apply.
Brown recently announced that he’s opening applications for five senior positions in his office.
“I am committed to building a diverse and experienced leadership team that will work alongside me to realize the commitments I made to the voters during my campaign: to uphold and enforce our laws, to stand strong for our shared values, and to protect our communities,” Brown stated in a press release on Monday, Nov. 25.
“Our state is blessed with so many talented people with a deep commitment to public service, and I encourage all those who are interested and feel they could contribute to apply.”
Here are the roles and how Washingtonians can apply.
WA AG’s office jobs hiring now
First Assistant Attorney General
Salary: $166,667 to $200,000 a year
Description: The first assistant attorney general serves as “legal counsel and a chief advisor” to the attorney general. In addition to providing legal advice to both Brown and the rest of his office, the first assistant is tasked with legal research, as well as drafting and editing briefs and arguments.
Requirements: Juris doctorate or completion of a Rule 6 law clerk program, eight years of legal experience and experience with legal matters related to state or federal government.
Application deadline: Dec. 6
Salary: $131,500 to $158,000 a year
Description: The legislative director develops the attorney general’s legislative agenda, overseeing a team of legislative analysts while coordinating with the rest of the office.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in political science, a related field or comparable work experience, knowledge of Washington’s legislative process, experience working in legislative affairs, policy strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Application deadline: Dec. 11
Salary: $140,500 to $167,000 a year
Description: The chief human resources officer oversees the human resources division of the attorney general’s office, developing and implementing office-wide policy and creating a positive and inclusive work environment.
Requirements: Eight years of experience in human resources, or a masters degree in human resources and five years of experience, strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Application deadline: Dec. 11
Salary: $131,500 to $158,000 a year
Description: The policy director develops and implements the office’s policy programs and initiatives, working with state agencies, tribes and local governments, while researching and advising on policy issues.
Requirements: Bachelor’s or advanced degree in public policy, law, government, economics or a related field, five years of relevant experience including two years in management, experience developing and analyzing policy, strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Application deadline: Dec. 6
Salary: $131,500 to $158,000 a year
Description: The communications director develops the office’s communications strategy, oversees the office’s messaging, manages communications to the public and the media and serves as a spokesperson for the office.
Requirements: Bachelor’s or advanced degree in public policy, law, government, economics or a related field, five years of relevant experience including two years in management, experience developing and analyzing policy, strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Application deadline: Dec. 6
Other WA government jobs
Brown’s office is hiring for several other roles as well, primarily for regional departments or office subdivisions. You can view all job listings in the Attorney General’s Office at this link. If you’d like to be considered for jobs with Ferguson’s team, you can fill out the interest form on his website.
This story was originally published November 27, 2024 at 12:34 PM.