King County
Overview This recruitment is open to current career service Public Defense Attorney – Supervisors in the Associated Counsel for the Accused (ACA) Division of the Department of Public Defense. One Special Duty Assignment as Managing Attorney Preparation Program (MAPP) in the ACA Division. This assignment is anticipated to last up to two (2) years but may be extended or end early based on business needs. This recruitment will be used to create an eligibility pool to fill future Special Duty vacancies over the next six (6) months.
Take the next step in your career now, scroll down to read the full role description and make your application. About the Position DPD is committed to the development and career progression of Supervising Attorney staff. In partnership with Teamsters Local 117, DPD has initiated the MAPP project to develop current staff for senior leadership roles and deepen the bench of qualified senior leaders. DPD will utilize supervisor levels to recruit, recognize, and retain talented supervisors who are interested in upward career progression and in strengthening their leadership skillset and experiences. Why Join DPD? DPD provides high quality legal representation to indigent clients in felonies, misdemeanors, juvenile defense, family defense (dependency cases), involuntary commitment (mental illness), and sex offender commitment proceedings. We work with the community to dismantle systems that oppress clients, make traditional systems as restorative as possible, and advocate for pathways that enable client success. We aim to reduce harm from the criminal and civil legal systems and address systemic racism. We strive for a flexible, inclusive workplace culture guided by an anti-oppression framework. To learn more, visit the DPD website. King County offers great benefits including a pension plan, holidays, transit pass, and opportunities for training and development. Our focus is to provide employees with work-life balance. Essential Job Functions and Duties MAPP participants are expected to fulfill standard supervisor duties and actively participate in learning and development assignments and on-the-job training tasks, including: Be the incumbent back-up to fill in for temporary vacancies as Managing Attorney. Assist the managing attorney with tasks such as: Verifying that all staff are evaluated on an annual basis. Drafting and disseminating division communications. Advising on policy and personnel matters. Supporting the Managing Attorney with planning and implementing employee engagement strategies. Serve as mentor to supervisors. Perform other duties as assigned. Standard supervisor duties include: Supervise attorneys, professional, legal and support staff. Develop, evaluate, train, mentor, and coach subordinate employees; ensure work conforms with professional standards and applicable statutes and county policies. In coordination with Managing Attorney and HR staff, conduct disciplinary investigations and impose discipline when appropriate. Provide mentorship to attorneys and others within the unit. Assign and balance workload among attorneys within the unit. Ensure unit employees are up to date on DPD policies and developments, relevant legislative proposals or enactments, and case law changes that bear on the practice area. Conduct performance evaluations and implement corrective and career development plans; support employees to improve. Act as a catalyst for problem-solving and conflict resolution within the unit. Possibly carry a partial caseload with strong legal skills as described. Maintain and update a computerized case-management system to track caseloads and assignments. Identify cases presenting ethical conflicts of interest for the Division. Work with the Director's Office to ensure staff have the training and resources needed. Actively support and promote DPD's mission and policies to strengthen public defense in King County. Be the backup for on-call attorneys. Other duties as assigned. Detailed specifics of job duties are assigned by case type and division. Competencies Evaluated
Self-Development Valuing Differences Collaboration Managerial Courage Driving Engagement Instilling Trust Driving Results Licensing and Requirements Member of the Washington State Bar Association in good standing. Location, Schedule and Policies The position will be located at various ACA offices in Seattle and Kent. It is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act and not overtime eligible. The role may require night and weekend work as needed. DPD offices are located at the Dexter Horton Building, 710 Second Avenue, Seattle; Jefferson Street Building, 1401 East Jefferson, Seattle; and Meeker Street Building, 420 West Harrison Street, Kent. Rotations of work/location and/or practice area may occur based on business need. DPD policies, including Ethical Walls and Outside Work policies, apply. Union membership is with Teamsters Local 117. How to Apply This is an internal posting open to current King County career service employees who have completed their initial probation. Special Duty applicants must have supervisor approval to accept an assignment. To apply, submit a completed King County application and a letter of interest outlining: how this program supports career goals; what you have done to prepare for leadership roles; and why you are interested in the role of Managing Attorney. Apply at www.kingcounty.gov/careers. Salary and Benefits Salary reflects the full salary range for this position; placement within the range is based on experience, education, skills, and abilities. King County offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid sick and vacation leave, holidays, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, retirement, and deferred compensation. See the summary of benefits for details.
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Take the next step in your career now, scroll down to read the full role description and make your application. About the Position DPD is committed to the development and career progression of Supervising Attorney staff. In partnership with Teamsters Local 117, DPD has initiated the MAPP project to develop current staff for senior leadership roles and deepen the bench of qualified senior leaders. DPD will utilize supervisor levels to recruit, recognize, and retain talented supervisors who are interested in upward career progression and in strengthening their leadership skillset and experiences. Why Join DPD? DPD provides high quality legal representation to indigent clients in felonies, misdemeanors, juvenile defense, family defense (dependency cases), involuntary commitment (mental illness), and sex offender commitment proceedings. We work with the community to dismantle systems that oppress clients, make traditional systems as restorative as possible, and advocate for pathways that enable client success. We aim to reduce harm from the criminal and civil legal systems and address systemic racism. We strive for a flexible, inclusive workplace culture guided by an anti-oppression framework. To learn more, visit the DPD website. King County offers great benefits including a pension plan, holidays, transit pass, and opportunities for training and development. Our focus is to provide employees with work-life balance. Essential Job Functions and Duties MAPP participants are expected to fulfill standard supervisor duties and actively participate in learning and development assignments and on-the-job training tasks, including: Be the incumbent back-up to fill in for temporary vacancies as Managing Attorney. Assist the managing attorney with tasks such as: Verifying that all staff are evaluated on an annual basis. Drafting and disseminating division communications. Advising on policy and personnel matters. Supporting the Managing Attorney with planning and implementing employee engagement strategies. Serve as mentor to supervisors. Perform other duties as assigned. Standard supervisor duties include: Supervise attorneys, professional, legal and support staff. Develop, evaluate, train, mentor, and coach subordinate employees; ensure work conforms with professional standards and applicable statutes and county policies. In coordination with Managing Attorney and HR staff, conduct disciplinary investigations and impose discipline when appropriate. Provide mentorship to attorneys and others within the unit. Assign and balance workload among attorneys within the unit. Ensure unit employees are up to date on DPD policies and developments, relevant legislative proposals or enactments, and case law changes that bear on the practice area. Conduct performance evaluations and implement corrective and career development plans; support employees to improve. Act as a catalyst for problem-solving and conflict resolution within the unit. Possibly carry a partial caseload with strong legal skills as described. Maintain and update a computerized case-management system to track caseloads and assignments. Identify cases presenting ethical conflicts of interest for the Division. Work with the Director's Office to ensure staff have the training and resources needed. Actively support and promote DPD's mission and policies to strengthen public defense in King County. Be the backup for on-call attorneys. Other duties as assigned. Detailed specifics of job duties are assigned by case type and division. Competencies Evaluated
Self-Development Valuing Differences Collaboration Managerial Courage Driving Engagement Instilling Trust Driving Results Licensing and Requirements Member of the Washington State Bar Association in good standing. Location, Schedule and Policies The position will be located at various ACA offices in Seattle and Kent. It is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act and not overtime eligible. The role may require night and weekend work as needed. DPD offices are located at the Dexter Horton Building, 710 Second Avenue, Seattle; Jefferson Street Building, 1401 East Jefferson, Seattle; and Meeker Street Building, 420 West Harrison Street, Kent. Rotations of work/location and/or practice area may occur based on business need. DPD policies, including Ethical Walls and Outside Work policies, apply. Union membership is with Teamsters Local 117. How to Apply This is an internal posting open to current King County career service employees who have completed their initial probation. Special Duty applicants must have supervisor approval to accept an assignment. To apply, submit a completed King County application and a letter of interest outlining: how this program supports career goals; what you have done to prepare for leadership roles; and why you are interested in the role of Managing Attorney. Apply at www.kingcounty.gov/careers. Salary and Benefits Salary reflects the full salary range for this position; placement within the range is based on experience, education, skills, and abilities. King County offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid sick and vacation leave, holidays, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, retirement, and deferred compensation. See the summary of benefits for details.
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