Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.

This position will remain open until a sufficient number of candidates have applied. The Washington State Office of the Attorney General reserves the right to close this announcement at any time without warning.

Position and Salary

The Attorney General's Office is recruiting for three exempt full time Tribal Policy Analyst positions in the Policy Unit. These positions may be located in Seattle or Olympia, Washington, and are not union-represented.

Salary Range: $77,000 - $85,000.

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 following stipends may apply based on position requirements:

* Incumbents assigned to our Seattle office location receive an additional 5% King County Location Pay stipend.

* Incumbents assigned to a position designated as requiring dual language skills will receive a 5% Dual Language Requirement Pay stipend.

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. Beyond these traditional benefits, we offer Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave, and more.

With the goal of employee health and wellness, we also offer flexible schedules and telework options for most positions, a Wellness Program, the Employee Assistance Program, and numerous affinity groups to foster community and connection.

Agency Information

WASHINGTON STATE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL

Join an agency whose work impacts the lives of every resident of Washington State.

The Attorney General's Office (AGO) touches the lives of every resident in this state. We serve more than 230 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges and universities, as well as the Legislature and the Governor. The Office is comprised of nearly 700 attorneys and 800 professional staff, all working together to deliver the highest quality professional legal services to Washington state officials, agencies, and entities. This includes:

* Economic justice and consumer protections (safeguarding consumers, protecting youth, seniors, and other vulnerable populations)

* Social justice and civil rights (addressing discrimination, environmental protection, and veteran and military resources)

* Criminal justice and public safety (investigative and prosecutorial support, financial crimes)

* And much more!

Our agency also has national reach, representing the State of Washington before the Supreme Court, the Court of Appeals and trial courts in all cases that involve the state's interest. If you want to make a difference, we may be the perfect fit for you! Learn more about the AGO here.

Commitment to Diversity

Diversity is critical to the success of the mission of the AGO. This means recognizing, respecting, and appreciating all cultures and backgrounds-- and fostering the inclusion of differences between people. Appreciating, valuing and implementing principles of diversity permits AGO employees to achieve their fullest potential in an inclusive, respectful environment.

One recent measure of the AGO's commitment to diversity can be found in its nomination for Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network's "Outstanding Agency Award" in 2019. Our commitment to employee wellness is reflected in earning the 2021 Zo8 Washington Wellness Award.

Division Information

Do you want to represent a progressive and compassionate team working on projects that directly impact your community? If your answer is yes, the AGO Policy Division might be the right place for you.

The AGO Policy Division is a dynamic and groundbreaking group working in two specific areas: 1) researching and improving laws and regulations, and 2) managing high-profile policy programs.

Researching & Improving Laws and Regulations

The Legislature often tasks the AGO Policy Division with solving compelling problems through intense research, stakeholder engagement, and persuasive written reports. The work of the Policy Division has a direct and meaningful impact on communities and the people of Washington State. Example legislative topics assigned to the Policy Division include: police use of force, environmental justice, Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People (MMIWP), hate crimes, immigrant and refugee issues, sexual assault, and data privacy.

High-Profile Policy Programs

The Policy Division focuses on high-profile policy programs that address prominent and important community issues. The division is responsible for executing youth, and veteran hotlines through its Office of Military and Veteran Legal Assistance (OMVLA) and HearMeWA programs.

What does a Policy Analyst do?

Operating with a high degree of independence, this position will enhance the capacity of state, local, and tribal law enforcement and prosecution agencies in their investigation and prosecution of unsolved indigenous civil rights cold case murders as well as collaboration between federal, state, and local law enforcement and prosecution agencies.

The legislature has directed the AGO to work with tribes sharing geography with Washington State on pressing issues including Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People (MMIWP), and their associated cold case investigations, and Indian Boarding Schools. In 2023, the AGO was awarded $1.5M by the U.S. Department of Justice to work with tribes and their archives to create a written record of those missing and murdered prior to 1980.

This posting is for several positions that report to the Senior Tribal Policy Manager and will work closely with the tribal policy team on all related projects. Each position will organize, facilitate and work with a small advisory committee of experts and will have regular communication with tribes. Positions will all work specifically with tribes. All positions will also work with the MMIWP, Emmett Till, and Boarding Schools policy teams. All positions may have other related policy work as assigned.

One of the three positions will include accessing tribal archives to research and collect demographic data related to indigenous cold cases.

This recruitment announcement may be used to fill multiple open positions for the same classification, in addition to the position(s) listed in this announcement.

Desired Qualifications

Three years of relevant work experience OR a Bachelor's degree in public policy, law, political science, criminal justice, government, economics, or related field.

The most competitive applicants will possess the following preferred qualifications:

* Tribal policy subject matter expertise

* Archival research experience

* Experience working with tribal government programs

* Trauma-informed approaches to community engagement

* Racial equity analysis

* Strong writing skills

* Deep experience developing and executing community engagement plans for historically excluded communities.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is dynamic and outreach minded with a gift for relationship development. We are looking for innovative and nimble team players. They will have the ability to navigate intricate political, equity, or public safety analysis. We like assertive, but kind employees with inclusive problem solving skills. Typical successful backgrounds for this position include:

* Community outreach policy

* Tribal relations or Tribal policy

* Archival research

* State agency policy

* Public or community safety

Supplemental Information

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this position:

* A letter of interest, describing your specific qualifications for the position;

* A current resume detailing experience and education.

READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION COMPLETELY:

* Carefully review your application for accuracy, spelling and grammar before submitting.

* You may not reapply to this posting for 30 days.

* The initial screening of applications will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the "work experience" and "education" sections of your application in www.careers.wa.gov, completeness of the application material submitted, and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.

* A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application.

* All information may be verified and documentation may be required.

Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that as an agency, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful, safe and supportive working environment. Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures and attributes, can AGO employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO.

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. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.

For questions regarding this recruitment or assistance with the application process, please contact Judith Vandergeest @ (360) 586-7691 or Judith.Vandergeest@atg.wa.gov.

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