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addressAddressBellingham, WA
type Form of workFull-Time
CategoryEngineering/Architecture/scientific

Job description

Salary : $81,672.00 - $158,688.00 Annually
Location : Bellingham, WA 98225
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: D160 1123
Department:Prosecuting Attorney's Office
Opening Date: 11/28/2023
Closing Date: 12/17/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary: DOQ
Summary
Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney's Office is currently recruiting for an attorney, at the Deputy I - Senior Deputy II level, depending on qualifications.
At the Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney's Office, we have a clear vision: to enhance the quality of life for all citizens in Whatcom County and to be leaders of fair prosecution and progressive prevention initiatives. We pride ourselves on relentlessly pursuing delivery of outstanding results in everything we do, and we know our organization runs on the hard work and dedication of our passionate and innovative team. At the Prosecutor's Office, we welcome, embrace, and respect diversity of people, identities, and cultures. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a reflex - not an initiative. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results.
Please view the job descriptions for more details:
  • Deputy I - PA
  • Deputy II - PA
  • Senior Deputy II - PA

2024 Salary Ranges:
  • Deputy I - Range 9
  • Deputy II - Range 11
  • Senior Deputy I - Range 13
  • Senior Deputy II - Range 14

Hiring rate depends on qualifications. This position receives annual pay increases to the next step in the associated salary range (apx. 3.8%) subject to satisfactory performance, in addition to any negotiated Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA).
Supervisor: Assistant Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecutor
Hours of Work: Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM
Qualifications
Deputy I:
  • Must be a member in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association. Trial experience in criminal law desirable, but not necessary.
Deputy II:
  • Must be a member in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association.
  • Requires two years service as a Whatcom County Deputy I in the Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney's Office or three years as a successful practicing attorney with an equivalent trial background that provides the required skills, knowledge, and capabilities.
Senior Deputy I:
  • Must be a member in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association.
  • Requires two years service as a Whatcom County Deputy II in the Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney's Office or five years as a successful practicing attorney with an equivalent trial background that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.
Senior Deputy II:
  • Must be a member in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association.
  • Requires successful completion of eight years as a Senior Deputy in the Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney's Office and performance-based approval of promotion by the Prosecuting Attorney OR an equivalent length of service as a successful practicing attorney working primarily in criminal or civil law with equivalent trial background experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

At its sole discretion, Whatcom County may consider combinations of education, experience, certifications, and training in lieu of specifically required qualifications contained herein.
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Whatcom County offers excellent benefits at no cost to employees, including:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees AND their family
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 12 paid holidays annually. Prior related public service considered for setting accrual rate. Accrue up to 330 hours of PTO annually. Cash-out up to 40 hours over 330 maximum annually.

Employment YearAccrual - MonthAccrual - Year 1st - 4th year 18.00 hours 5.4 Weeks 5th - 9th year 21.33 hours 6.4 Weeks 10th + year 24.67 hours 7.4 Weeks
  • Lifetime pension through the Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), with joint contributions required from the employee and the County
  • Voluntary Deferred Compensation Retirement with County match
  • $50,000 Life Insurance coverage for employees
  • Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Personal Accident Insurance
  • Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available for health care and/or dependent care expenses
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Additional
Subject to satisfactory performance this position receives annual pay increases to the next step in the associated (apx. 3.8%), in addition to any approved Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA).
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Please check which level of qualifications you meet:
  • A current member in good standing with the WA Bar Association.
  • Two years service as a Whatcom County Deputy I in the Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney's Office or three years as a successful practicing attorney with an equivalent trial background that provides the required skills, knowledge, and capabilities.
  • Two years service as a Whatcom County Deputy II in the Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney's Office or five years as a successful practicing attorney with an equivalent trial background that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.
  • Successful completion of eight years as a Senior Deputy in the Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney's Office and performance-based approval of promotion by the Prosecuting Attorney OR an equivalent length of service as a successful practicing attorney working primarily in criminal or civil law with equivalent trial background experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.
  • I do not meet any of these qualifications.

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Do you have experience in criminal law? If so, please describe.
Required Question
Refer code: 6881384. Whatcom County, WA - The previous day - 2023-12-11 17:32

Whatcom County, WA

Bellingham, WA
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