King County
Salary : $30,652.99 - $38,854.30 Annually
Location : Seattle, WA
Job Type: Special Duty Assignment or Term Limited Temp (TLT)
Job Number: 2025FF25036
Department: DPD - Dept of Public Defense
Division: Director's Office
Opening Date: 10/10/2025
Closing Date: 10/24/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: A8 : SEIU L925-DPD-Staff
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours/Week: 40 hours/week
Summary
The King County Department of Public Defense (DPD) is seeking interested applicants for a Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) opportunity as an Accountant. We are looking for an energetic individual who has a passion for the accounting profession, can make independent judgements within established limits, and who also understands the need for standardization and best practices.
Reporting to the Business and Finance Officer III, this position provides support to DPD's divisions, processing all accounts payable activities. This position is focused on payroll processing in support of the department's business operations.
This recruitment will be used to fill a Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) position and to create an eligibility pool to fill additional TLT or SDA vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months. Assignments are anticipated to last for up to six (6) months but have the ability to be extended or end early based on business needs.
The Department's Mission Statement?
The King County Department of Public Defense represents indigent adults and children facing a loss of liberty. Our department is an independent voice that promotes fairness and equity for our clients and advocates for their objectives, interests, and dignity.
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.
DPD advocates to reduce the harm and reach of the criminal and civil legal systems that restrict our clients' liberty, and advances policy reforms to reduce systemic racism. We strive to create a flexible workplace culture that is inclusive, respectful, and supportive, premised on a shared anti-oppression framework.
To learn more about DPD, visit our
Job Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES include but are not limited to the following:
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Required Qualifications:
WHY KING COUNTY?
At King County, our work is guided by our True North and values. Our True North is what we aspire to: Making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive.
King County offers great benefits, to include a pension plan, holidays, transit pass, plus training and education opportunities to promote growth and development. Our focus is to provide our employees with work life balance.
ARE YOU READY TO APPLY?
This opportunity to join DPD is open to all qualified applicants. Please apply at
To be considered for this role submit the following items:
This recruitment will be used to fill a Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) position and to create an eligibility pool to fill additional TLT or SDA vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months. Assignments are anticipated to last for up to six (6) months but have the ability to be extended or end early based on business needs.
Work Schedule and Location
The Budget and Finance team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is the Dexter Horton Building, 710 Second Avenue, Seattle.
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
King County has a robust collection of to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
DPD maintains physical offices in the following locations:
DPD Policies
DPD Ethical Walls Policies and Procedures will apply to employees, such that if you work or have worked for one of DPD's divisions, you may be ineligible to work in another division.
Outside Work Policy for Administrative Staff will apply to employees, such that you must receive approval from your supervisor and/or Managing Attorney before being permitted to engage in outside employment for compensation or volunteer.
Union Membership
This position is represented by Service Employees International Union, Local 925.
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, this salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. King County offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance for employees and dependents; retirement and deferred compensation. For additional information, please review the detailed offered by King County.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? ANDDo you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
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If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff
Required Question
Location : Seattle, WA
Job Type: Special Duty Assignment or Term Limited Temp (TLT)
Job Number: 2025FF25036
Department: DPD - Dept of Public Defense
Division: Director's Office
Opening Date: 10/10/2025
Closing Date: 10/24/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: A8 : SEIU L925-DPD-Staff
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours/Week: 40 hours/week
Summary
The King County Department of Public Defense (DPD) is seeking interested applicants for a Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) opportunity as an Accountant. We are looking for an energetic individual who has a passion for the accounting profession, can make independent judgements within established limits, and who also understands the need for standardization and best practices.
Reporting to the Business and Finance Officer III, this position provides support to DPD's divisions, processing all accounts payable activities. This position is focused on payroll processing in support of the department's business operations.
This recruitment will be used to fill a Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) position and to create an eligibility pool to fill additional TLT or SDA vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months. Assignments are anticipated to last for up to six (6) months but have the ability to be extended or end early based on business needs.
The Department's Mission Statement?
The King County Department of Public Defense represents indigent adults and children facing a loss of liberty. Our department is an independent voice that promotes fairness and equity for our clients and advocates for their objectives, interests, and dignity.
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.
DPD advocates to reduce the harm and reach of the criminal and civil legal systems that restrict our clients' liberty, and advances policy reforms to reduce systemic racism. We strive to create a flexible workplace culture that is inclusive, respectful, and supportive, premised on a shared anti-oppression framework.
To learn more about DPD, visit our
Job Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES include but are not limited to the following:
- Be the primary financial accountant support to the department's divisions by performing accounts payable functions, including processing payroll, vendor invoices for payment, reviewing and preparing procurement requests, processing employee expense claims and payment vouchers.
- Organize track, code, maintain, and document data sources, (i.e., financial, accounting or fiscal records). Track and monitor payables to ensure timely payment, follow up as needed.
- Run queries and other reports to monitor pay outcomes.
- Assist division support staff by providing guidance and training and monitor the quality and completion of distributed finance related work.
- Identify priority and/or time-sensitive matters; and maintain security and confidentiality.
- Assist with problem solving, troubleshooting issues with vendors, clients, other King County departments or internal divisions as needed.
- Serve as a technical resource for payables related activities which includes but is not limited to:
- Obtaining and maintaining general level proficiency in the use of the Oracle Financial system and other software applications as appropriate.
- Obtaining and maintaining general knowledge of accounting requirements.
- Providing support to audit functions as needed.
- Performing a variety of accounting tasks such as data entry into customized systems enterprise systems (EBS), providing information for the budgeting process, preparing year-end accruals, and interacting with customers and vendors to resolve complaints and concerns.
- Gather, compile, and prepare financial data, statements, reports.
- Review reports and documents for compliance with state and federal regulations, contractual agreements, and policies and procedures.
- Respond to and resolve customer service inquires that require a high degree of sensitivity, tact, and expertise in assigned area.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Required Qualifications:
- One year of experience in payroll processing, accounts payable, and account reconciliation.
- The ability to travel throughout King County in a timely manner.
- PeopleSoft and Oracle EBS Financial System experience is extremely important, as well as advanced problem-solving skills.
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to ensure that accounting statements are accurate, reliable, and useful to those making decisions.
- Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) to ensure the consistency, and verifiability of financial audits.
- Evaluation and recommending internal controls to track achievement of reporting reliability, efficiency of operations, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, Outlook, and other software applications.
- Interpret collective bargaining agreements, policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
- Provide clear information and directions to technical and non-technical staff to ensure instructions are understood.
- Provide effective and quality customer service.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including the ability to understand and execute complex verbal and written instructions.
- Effectively and positively working within a team environment, and ability to maintain professionalism in all situations.
- Organize, prioritize, and manage a demanding workload, while consistently meeting short deadlines in a high-pressure environment with minimal supervision.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial and personnel matters, and accurately maintain filing systems, and complete filing in a timely manner.
- Take initiative and accountability in work products and service, and the ability to follow-through on issues to completion.
- Be punctuality and dependable in daily attendance.
- A CPA designation.
- Demonstrated working experience in a law firm, preferably public defense.
- Demonstrated working experience in a unionized environment.
WHY KING COUNTY?
At King County, our work is guided by our True North and values. Our True North is what we aspire to: Making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive.
King County offers great benefits, to include a pension plan, holidays, transit pass, plus training and education opportunities to promote growth and development. Our focus is to provide our employees with work life balance.
ARE YOU READY TO APPLY?
This opportunity to join DPD is open to all qualified applicants. Please apply at
To be considered for this role submit the following items:
- Completed King County application.
- A current resume.
- Cover letter detailing your background and what you can bring to the Department of Public Defense in this role.
This recruitment will be used to fill a Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) position and to create an eligibility pool to fill additional TLT or SDA vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months. Assignments are anticipated to last for up to six (6) months but have the ability to be extended or end early based on business needs.
Work Schedule and Location
The Budget and Finance team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is the Dexter Horton Building, 710 Second Avenue, Seattle.
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
King County has a robust collection of to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
DPD maintains physical offices in the following locations:
- Dexter Horton Building, 710 Second Avenue, Seattle
- Jefferson Street Building, 1401 East Jefferson, Seattle
- Meeker Street Building, 420 West Harrison Street, Kent
DPD Policies
DPD Ethical Walls Policies and Procedures will apply to employees, such that if you work or have worked for one of DPD's divisions, you may be ineligible to work in another division.
Outside Work Policy for Administrative Staff will apply to employees, such that you must receive approval from your supervisor and/or Managing Attorney before being permitted to engage in outside employment for compensation or volunteer.
Union Membership
This position is represented by Service Employees International Union, Local 925.
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, this salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. King County offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance for employees and dependents; retirement and deferred compensation. For additional information, please review the detailed offered by King County.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite activity centers
- Employee Giving Program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
01
Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? ANDDo you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
- Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
- No.
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If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff
Required Question