Assistant General Counsel I

Assistant General Counsel I
The Office of General Counsel (OGC) – Washington State Bar Association (WSBA)

Salary Range: $90,099 to $90,099 + Washington State Employee Benefits
FLSA - Full-time, Exempt

Remote position within the State of Washington

The WSBA's mission is to serve the public and the members of the Bar, to ensure the integrity of the legal profession, and to champion justice.

Purpose and Position Summary:

Working in conjunction with the General Counsel and other Assistant General Counsels, this position will be primarily responsible for performing legal research and drafting legal memoranda; providing legal support for the WSBA accommodations for the discipline system and as appropriate for the organization; assisting discipline hearing officers, and with the custodianship program; and supporting other work of the General Counsel’s office, as needed.   

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Legal Research, Advise, and Counsel:

WSBA Accommodations:

Custodianship Program:

Assistance to the Chief Hearing Officer and Hearing Officers:

Other Duties as Assigned:

Education Required:

Experience Required:

• Admitted to practice of law in Washington and actively practicing and in good standing.  
• Applications from those taking the February 2025 bar exam or who otherwise anticipate admission by May 2025 may be considered.  

Competencies (Skills/Abilities) Required:

• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• A commitment to strengthening the WSBA by helping it reach mission-driven outcomes for the public and its members
• Excellent judgment, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Reliable/Dependable
• Professional temperament
• Excellent research, writing and public speaking skills
• Ability to efficiently work both independently and collaboratively with others in a diverse environment, within WSBA and with external entities
• Ability to provide legal advice and direction in an understandable, accessible, and professional manner
• Acute attention to detail, possess strong organization skills, and ability to coordinate and track many projects at once
• Able to use general office equipment such as telephone, scanners, printers, and copiers, etc.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy, and the ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the WSBA, Boards, and Members, etc. 
• Proficient in current Microsoft software and programs, Office 365, within a Windows platform
• Possess strong technical aptitude to quickly learn other systems/software/programs, including WSBA’s existing systems

Working Conditions: 

This position, while primarily remote, must be flexible to work in office and travel within WA state as deemed necessary, or as required. This position primarily performs work during normal business hours. In general, however, WSBA Staff must have the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends involving overnight travel (if travel within WA is necessary). This position may also have the option to work in-office. For remote work, must have an adequate home/work environment and internet access, for performing work of a highly sensitive and confidential nature. 

Employment with the Washington State Bar Association mandates that WSBA Staff must reside within the State of Washington at the time of hire, and during active employment status.

The essential functions of the job that must be performed, with or without a reasonable accommodation: able to regularly work five days per week in an office type environment (remote or in office), possess the ability to primarily sit/stand and use a computer, and lift/push/pull items weighing up to 25 pounds. Must be able to operate a computer keyboard, and other standard office equipment (e.g., printer/scanner/fax/telephone). This position must be able to read, write, and speak with others in English.

WSBA Benefits Include:

• State of Washington Retirement system (DRS/PERS), including an optional Deferred Compensation Plan
• Medical benefits (including Rx) through the Washington State Health Care Authority, with WSBA paying a majority of the premium cost.
• 100% paid premiums for employee Dental and Vision
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance Plans
• Generous Paid Time Off Benefits (sick, vacation, holiday, float, emergency leave)
• Transportation incentives, *based on primary work selection requirements
• Allowance to set up a home office, *based on a remote work selection option 
• Free Employee Assistance Program, and National Employee Discount Program
• Work with a team of supportive, collaborative, creative, and dedicated colleagues driven to accomplish WSBA’s Mission
• A company culture that truly focuses on a quality work and life balance for its Staff through our 4 Pillars: 1) Excellence (Mission-driven results), 2) Unity (Team-driven results), 3) Integrity (Value-driven results), and 4 JOY! (People-driven culture)

For consideration and to apply, interested candidates are required to apply online and submit the following required materials: online application, and both a comprehensive professional cover letter and resume. Applications submitted without a cover letter will be considered incomplete. 

WSBA Staff must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis, upon hire. This position is not eligible for Sponsorship.

WSBA administers pre-employment background screening upon a contingent verbal offer, and prior to hire.

The Washington State Bar Association (WSBA) operates under the delegated authority of the Washington Supreme Court and exercises a governmental function authorized by the Washington Supreme Court to license and regulate the state’s nearly 40,000 legal professionals, including lawyers, limited practice officers, and limited license legal technicians. The WSBA both regulates legal professionals under the authority of the Court and serves its members as a professional association — all without public funding. The WSBA administers the bar admission process, including the bar exam; provides record-keeping and licensing functions; administers the lawyer discipline system. and provides continuing legal education for legal professionals, in addition to numerous other educational and member-service activities.

The WSBA is committed to fostering a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The statements contained in this job announcement are not necessarily all-inclusive; additional duties may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time.

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