Salary: $122,671.00 - $174,028.00 Annually
Location : CCFJC Juvenile Facility - 1211 E Alder St Seattle WA 98122, WA
Job Type: Appt/Exempt
Job Number:
Department: PAO - Prosecuting Attorneys
Opening Date: 09/03/2026
Closing Date: 9/17/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: U1 : KCPAA-PAO
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time

Summary
Our is a national model in innovative, effective responses to youthful offending that seeks to hold youth accountable for their behavior, while affording them the chance to turn their lives around and be positive contributors to our community.

• We exercise the power given to us by the people with fairness and humility.
• We serve our diverse community, support victims and families, and hold individuals accountable.
• We develop innovative and collaborative solutions for King County and the State of Washington.

Our office is composed of six divisions that are further organized into specialized units:
We value diversity and strive to hire a workforce that reflects the community that we serve. It is essential to our mission that we create and maintain an office that is diverse and inclusive. All PAO employees are expected to participate in PAO equity work and attend equity trainings and discussions. PAO employees are expected to comply with race, equity, and social justice principles, and to work with PAO colleagues and management to identify opportunities for improvement.

To learn more about the Prosecuting Attorney's Office (PAO), please visit our .

Location: The Juvenile Division is located in the These positions are primarily in-person with some ability to telecommute each week as business needs allow, subject to a telecommuting agreement. If a successful candidate is new to the Prosecuting Attorney's Office, they may be required to work in office four days every week for six months. Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Job Duties

• Serve as the Juvenile Division's lead attorney for Sexual Assault Unit practice during a two-year rotation, providing guidance, mentorship, and subject matter expertise to attorneys and staff, including supervising and supporting attorneys in the handling of Sexual Assault Unit cases.
• Vertically manage and prosecute juvenile sexual assault cases and other serious felony matters from charging and case review through pretrial litigation, negotiation, trial, and post-conviction proceedings.
• Provide guidance on case development, charging decisions, investigative issues, discovery, defense interviews, and trial strategy in complex and sensitive cases.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, victim advocates, Child Advocacy Centers, and other community partners.
• Assist attorneys with complex legal issues and promote consistent application of best practices within the unit.
• Handle cases involving juveniles transferred to adult court, navigating the complexities of both juvenile and adult legal systems.
• Expand and maintain expertise in the Juvenile Justice Act and juvenile-specific legal issues, including custodial interrogation, sentencing standards, and restorative justice practices.
• Conduct thorough reviews of search warrants related to juvenile cases.
• Effectively file, negotiate, and try cases with professionalism and integrity.
• Provide regular calendar coverage, including occasional weekend coverage through telecommuting.

We are providing a for candidates to consider and review to ensure they are meeting any requirements, particularly for those who currently represent individuals in any King County-related matters. In the supplemental question section, please acknowledge you have reviewed this and that you're aware of these obligations.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

• Prior or current experience in a Sexual Assault Unit or comparable specialized prosecution assignment preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with crime victims, law enforcement, and multidisciplinary partners.
• Experience handling complex litigation, including pretrial motions, hearings, and trial practice.
• Ability to work collaboratively with fellow attorneys and staff and provide leadership, mentorship, and support to colleagues.
• Strong communication, organization, and judgment skills.
• Interest in juvenile justice and a desire to develop expertise in juvenile offender sentencing standards, alternatives to traditional prosecution, and restorative justice practices.
• Commitment to a victim-centered approach and the mission of the Juvenile Division.
• We're looking for an experienced DPA who is looking for a change of scenery and an opportunity. 5 years of experience, including felony practice, some experience filing, negotiating and trying SAU cases is desired.

Supplemental Information
Salary: $122,671 - $174,028 annually commensurate with 5 - 20 years of experience.
Application Process:

1. Fully complete King County application*
2. Attach Resume & Cover Letter addressed to the Hiring Committee
3. Attach a three page or more writing sample, related to a criminal motion or brief.
4. Answer supplemental questions
*Applications or supplemental questionnaires that state "see my resume" or that are blank are considered incomplete and will not be considered competitive.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:

Selene Poulsen (she/her)

Sr. Human Resources Analyst
Special Requirements:

• Member in good standing with the Washington State Bar.
• Must submit to a criminal history check.

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Are you licensed to practice law in the State of Washington?

• Yes
• No

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What is your WSBA number?

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• No

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Describe a race, equity, and social justice issue that is important to you.
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Please confirm that you attached the required writing sample.

• Yes
• No

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In the job posting we provided a courtesy link to the Rules of Professional Conduct for candidates to consider and review to ensure they are meeting any requirements, particularly for those who currently represent individuals in any King County-related matters. Please acknowledge that you reviewed these and that you're aware of these obligations.

• Yes
• No

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