Legal Office Assistant (non-permanent) | Ecology Division | Olympia

Overview

A non-permanent full-time Legal Office Assistant position is available in the Ecology Division of the Attorney General's Office, located in Olympia, Washington. The expected duration of this role is approximately 9 months. This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

Salary

• Salary range (Step 40): $42,972 - $57,252 annually (effective 7/1/2025)
• Salary range: $43,836 - $58,392 annually (effective 7/1/2026)
• Base pay will consider internal equity and the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
• A 5% Dual Language Requirement Pay stipend may apply if the position requires dual language skills.

Location

• Thurston County - Olympia, WA
• Flexible/hybrid remote work options available

Employment Type

• Full Time
• Non-Permanent

Application Dates

• Opening Date: 06/25/2026
• Closing Date: 07/09/2026, 11:59 PM Pacific

Responsibilities

• Process all incoming mail, independently identifying and saving documents using the division's file naming conventions.
• Distribute mail to appropriate staff.
• Open new legal matters and handle closing and archiving of closed matters.
• Draft new case opening documents using established templates.
• Arrange travel and process travel reimbursements.
• Prepare outgoing mail.
• Update division staffing lists.
• Assist with processing invoices for payment.
• Order and track equipment and supplies for the division.
• Provide essential support to all members of the Ecology Division.

Division Information

The Ecology Division consists of 30 attorneys and 12 professional staff. It represents various state agencies including the Department of Ecology, Puget Sound Partnership, State Conservation Commission, Pollution Liability Insurance Agency, and the Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council. The division addresses environmental issues through negotiation, mediation, litigation, and provides advice on permitting, legislation, rulemaking, and enforcement. Work includes hearings before administrative boards and trials and appeals in state and federal courts.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
• Vacation, sick, and other leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans
• Life insurance
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Tuition waiver
• Deferred compensation
• Employee recognition leave
• Flexible schedules and part-time/hybrid telework options
• Wellness program
• Infants in the Workplace program
• Employee Assistance Program offering counseling and support resources
• Employee-driven affinity groups including Bereavement, Elder Care, Parenting, POC, LGBTQ+, Veterans, and more

Accommodation

Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants during the application process. Those with hearing impairments are encouraged to use the Washington Relay Service.

Additional Information

This role offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collegial team environment within a division focused on impactful environmental legal work.