Paralegal 2, Solicitor General's Office, Olympia

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Position and Salary

The Attorney General's Office is recruiting for a permanent full-time Paralegal 2 in the Solicitor General's Office. This position is located in Olympia, Washington, and is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). Paralegal 2 (Range 55) salary range : $61,644 - $82,872 (Effective 7 / 1 / 2025). The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the preferred candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

The AGO provides a workplace that is understanding of work-life balance and promotes advancement by offering a wide variety of professional development and growth opportunities.

Excellent benefits

Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, including Medical / Dental / Vision for employees & dependent(s); Vacation, Sick, and Other Leave; 11 Paid Holidays per year; Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans; and Life Insurance.

• Flexible schedules and part-time / hybrid telework options.
• A Wellness Program, an Infants in the Workplace Program, and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides counseling, webinar, and other cost-free support resources.
• Numerous employee-driven affinity groups to foster community and connection, including Bereavement, Elder Care, Parenting, POC, LGBTQ+, Veterans and more.

About the Solicitor General's Office

The Solicitor General's Office (SGO) is comprised of 14 attorneys and 6 professional staff. The SGO coordinates the involvement of the Attorney General's Office in cases before the United States Supreme Court, assists the AGO in preparing and presenting appellate cases in state and federal courts, directly handles select appeals, and coordinates the AGO's involvement with amicus curiae "Friend of the Court" briefs.

Duties and Essential Functions of a Paralegal 2

Provides technical paralegal support to Deputy Solicitors General in litigation and appeals in state and federal courts at all levels and jurisdictions. Provides administrative support for cases and SGO programs. Assumes responsibility of SGO's primary Public Records Coordinator, Constituent Correspondent Liaison, and Critical Events Reader.

Qualifications

Combination of four years of experience through : Paralegal certification, Two-year paralegal degree, Paralegal plus (or nine-month paralegal, post BA) certification, and / or Paraprofessional experience in support of an attorney. OR Three years' experience as a Paralegal 1 in Washington State Service.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Previous experience working on cases before Thurston County Superior Court, Washington State Supreme Court, U.S. District Court for Western District of Washington, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Thorough knowledge of state and federal rules and citation format, including Bluebook Rules. Previous experience working in civil litigation and appeals.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Verification of employment history, professional references, education (e.g., degree, license, or official transcript) may be conducted.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations Requests

The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation / gender identity, age, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, retaliation or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.

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