County Attorney 3 or 4 - Employment Law (Hybrid)

Closing Date: 5th May, 2024

Description:

Position Summary:
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
As an accomplished attorney with experience in state and federal labor and employment law, you will work closely with other attorneys, clients, and staff providing legal advice related to personnel law and Human Resource matters.

Why It's a Great Department:
The Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's Office is committed to the recruitment, hiring, retention, and promotion of a diverse staff. Our commitment to diversity creates a strong and collegial office that promotes respect for the community we serve.

Our division takes great pride in the collegial environment we have created. We are supportive of one another, highly competent, and thrive on the collective teamwork of those who work in our division. We have high standards for our work product and for the support we provide our clients. Hybrid work arrangements are available.

Learn more about the Prosecuting Attorney's Office here.

How to be Successful in this Role:
We are looking for an attorney who has strong litigation skills and exercises independent judgment, initiative, and resourcefulness in providing employment law advice to Pierce County departments. You will perform duties with professional discretion and within Office guidelines, professional ethics and standards, and legal requirements. The ability to work under pressure with tight timelines, perform daily risk analysis, and collaborate with clients and colleagues are essential skills for this position.

Your Future in this Role:
This is a great opportunity to directly participate in making Pierce County a great place to live, work, and raise a family; to serve the citizens of Pierce County and their elected officials, and to represent Pierce County in multiple forums as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney of the state's second-largest county.

Core Daily Responsibilities and Requirements:
In addition to providing legal advice related to labor and personnel law and HR matters, you will represent Pierce County in labor arbitrations and mediations, and hearings before the Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC). This position is not included in the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorneys' Association.

Our work requires a solid understanding of state and federal labor and employment law applicable to public employees, along with:

• Knowledge of Washington public records law
• Demonstrated legal advocacy skills, both written and oral
• Strict adherence to the Rules of Professional Conduct
• Experience successfully litigating matters related to labor and employment
• Experience providing client advice on labor, employment, and human resources
• The ability to manage multiple cases and projects simultaneously
• A commitment to equity diversity and inclusion

Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:

• We are hiring a County Attorney 3 or 4 depending on experience and qualifications.

County Attorney 3
Five or more years of legal experience in the relevant area of practice. Must be admitted as an attorney in the State of Washington and a U.S. Citizen or lawful permanent resident (RCW 36.27.010, RCW 36.27.040).

County Attorney 4
Eight or more years of legal experience in the relevant area of practice. Must be admitted as an attorney in the State of Washington and a U.S. Citizen or lawful permanent resident (RCW 36.27.010, RCW 36.27.040).

Both Positions Require:
Relevant experience as a licensed attorney advising public or private sector clients on topics regarding labor, employment, and/or human resources issues.

Relevant Experience litigating labor, employment, or human resource matters in court, before the Public Employment Relations Commission, in binding arbitration, and/or before the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission.

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