ATTORNEY 2 or 3- CIVIL DIVISION

Job Description:

ATTORNEY 2 or 3- CIVIL DIVISION

Description

OVERVIEW

Prosecuting Attorney's Office
Pursuing Justice with Integrity and Respect

The Kitsap County Prosecuting Attorney is soliciting applications for a WSBA-licensed attorney with at least two years of experience in civil matters to fill a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney position in the Civil Division.
Successful candidates may be hired into the Attorney 2 or Attorney 3 classification, depending on experience.

The Civil Division is a 10-attorney office that advises and represents Kitsap County and its elected and appointed officers in general civil law matters including constitutional law, municipal contracting and procurement, torts, public records and open public meetings, civil procedure, administrative appeals and trial practice, land use, labor law, election laws, real property, litigation, and public contracting.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample with your application.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Attorney 2 ( $94,120.59 - $132,989.94 Annually)

• Graduate of an ABA accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree.
• Current license and good standing to practice law in the State of Washington.
  
• Admission to practice before state and federal courts
• At least two years practicing civil law; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  

Attorney 3 ( $102,021.06 - $144,153.09 Annually)

• Juris Doctorate from a recognized and accredited law school; AND,
• Eight years of practicing civil law AND,
• An active member in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association.
• Admission to practice before state and federal courts

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience handling major municipal real estate transactions as buyer and as seller and advising on all aspects of municipal real property ownership and management.
• Experience advising roads division of public works department in all aspects of public work projects, including construction law, competitive procurement, prevailing wages, performance and payment bonds, retainage, and bidding disputes.
• Experience advising a municipal parks and recreation department.

Criminal Conviction Standards:

• The successful incumbent will or may have unsupervised access to a vulnerable adult, or a vulnerable person, or access to a secured/confidential facility or computer system(s). As a result, Kitsap County will be conducting an extensive criminal background check by law enforcement agencies, which may include fingerprinting.
• Please review the following list of disqualifying crimes and negative actions to determine if you meet our standard for this position: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/ffa/disqualifying-list-crimes-and-negative-actions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

(The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• The duties in this position are performed in an office setting, and may be required to lift at least 20 pounds.
• Standing and sitting for extended periods, typing and repetitive desk work.
• Incumbents may be exposed to hostile individuals while in the courtroom setting

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of municipal law and other legal requirements that apply to governments, counties, or cities.
• Excellent legal research and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly, logically, and persuasively and adapt communication style to diverse audiences.
• Ability to make clear and convincing oral presentations and in writing; effective listening skills.
• Ability to exercise sound, independent judgment within general guidelines.
• Ability to obtain results by carrying out assigned projects to their completion. Good organization, prioritization, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with co-workers, County elected officials and leadership, other County staff, and the public.
• Ability in assessing and recognizing own strengths and weaknesses to pursue self-development.
• Commitment to serve the public.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Illustrative Example of Duties:

• Assist County departments in policy and code development, including drafting code amendments, resolutions, and ordinances for adoption by the Kitsap County Board of Commissioners.
• Review and draft contracts, advising client concerning public contracting and procurement laws, interlocal agreements, and specific knowledge of terms and conditions in proposed contracts.
• Provide advice and trainings to County departments on implementations of new policies and codes.
• Advise and develop strategy in response to issues raised during the course of business by County commissioners, County leadership, and the public.
• Respond to state legislation and advise County departments of legal requirements.
• Provide regular counseling and strategic advice to County departments and management, both orally and in writing, on various facets of municipal law.
• Represent the County in contested matters before administrative and judicial bodies.
• Assist Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys II, III, and IV in preparation of cases for trials and hearings.
• Evaluate evidence, including scientific, medical, and expert witness evidence and present the same in fact findings, and bench and jury trials.
• Work with clients and witnesses to provide legal advice and counsel in the investigation, preparation, testimony, and status of cases.
• Respond to client inquiries in matters relating to their official business.
• Attend trainings and comply with Continuing Education requirements of the Washington State Bar Association.
• Meet the minimum billable hours threshold.
• Performing such other duties as may be assigned by the Chief Civil Deputy.

OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION

• Who May Apply : This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.
• This position is classified as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• This position is classified as "at will”. Incumbent's continued employment is at the discretion of the Director/Elected Official/Board of County Commissioners.
• Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office.
• This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position, and may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.
• Work hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection.

At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees.

County Paid Benefits Include:
Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO)
Dental -Delta Dental or Willamette
Vision - VSP
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL)
Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability
Voya Voluntary Insurance
Transportation incentives
Employee Assistance Program
Travel Assistance Program
Wellness program https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Wellness.aspx
Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide .

*Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense

Retirement:
Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security.

Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program

Holidays
11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year

Vacation Leave
New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows:

Upon completion of 3 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month)
Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month)
Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month)
Sick Leave
All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next.

***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will beprorated***

Current County Employees
If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status.

NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx

Salary:

$94,120.59 - $144,153.09 Annually