Salary: $78,504.00 - $102,996.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Olympia, WA
Job Type: Exempt
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026-81
Department: Administrative Office of the Courts
Opening Date: 09/10/2026
Closing Date: 9/24/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
The Administrative Office of the Courts is seeking a passionate and dedicated Court Program Analyst (Language Access Plan Coordinator) to provide guidance, problem solving, and technical assistance to trial courts about language access requirements, with a goal of strengthening statewide consistency and quality in language access practices. If you're driven by equity, improving language access, and meaningful public service, this role offers the chance to directly improve how Washingtonians experience the justice system.
As part of the Office of Court Innovation, you'll join a collaborative Language Access Team within the Supreme Court Commissions unit - experts focused on racial equity, gender equity, language access, and tribal relations in Washington State Courts. You'll work alongside skilled policy analysts and coordinators addressing real issues impacting our court system today.
In this role, you will provide technical assistance to trial courts to help them meet the language access requirements in RCW 2.43.090 and other applicable laws, rules, and policies. Conduct a comprehensive review of Language Access Plans (LAPs) submitted by courts to the AOC. Support courts in improving LAP quality and compliance over time.Support language access improvements through policy analysis and research.Build and maintain productive relationships with courts, interpreters, advocates, state agency counterparts, community organizations, and national partners. Support Language Access Team projects and represent the Team in committees and work groups. Support other teams at AOC with language access matters.
Success in this position calls for strong organization and project management practices, collaboration, clear communication, solid writing skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities at once. A successful candidate will be able to adapt to evolving processes, demonstrate initiative, exercise sound judgment, and make recommendations. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, M365 tools, and virtual meeting platforms is important, along with a demonstrated commitment to advancing equitable access to justice.
If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and help ensure every person regardless of the language they communicate in can fully participate in Washington's court system, this role offers a powerful opportunity to contribute.
Washington Courts Employment Opportunity

Administrative Office of the Courts
Language Access Plan Coordinator

(Court Program Analyst)

Administrative Services Division
POSITION DETAILS
Job #: 2026-81

Status: Regular, Full-Time*

Location: Olympia, Washington

Salary: Range 64: $78,504 - $102,996 per year (DOQ)

Opens: September 10, 2026

Closes: September 24, 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply early. AOC reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time but no sooner than seven days after posting.
WASHINGTON STATE RESIDENCY AND TELEWORK INFORMATION
AOC requires employees to reside in Washington State. Any exceptions must be approved. If you are invited to an interview and currently reside outside of Washington State, seek more information about residency requirements from the AOC hiring manager for this recruitment.
This position requires you to be in the office at least two (2) days per week.

Duties
Some of the duties you will perform are:

• Works closely with other members of the Language Access Team to coordinate service delivery to courts and support other teams at AOC on language access matters.
• Conducts a comprehensive review of Language Access Plans (LAPs) submitted by courts to the AOC.
• Coordinate with the Language Access and Interpreter Reimbursement Program to support program compliance requirements.
• Responds to courts' requests for technical assistance on language access plans and interpreter services.
• Supports courts in improving LAP quality and compliance over time.
• Provides guidance and support for the Washington Supreme Court's LAP and other language access initiatives.
• Conducts research through reference materials, consulting with subject matter experts, or other methods as appropriate.
• Updates and maintains a Language Access Plan (LAP) template and Deskbook.
• Becomes familiar with existing court resources related to language access to identify resource gaps and better support courts with implementing their LAPs.
• Develops or updates guidance materials, templates, FAQs, and other training resources.
• Tracks and escalates recurring issues or systemic barriers.
• Coordinates with Language Access Team and other education and subject matter experts to deliver training for judges and court staff.
• Delivers training on the LAP template and developing LAPs.
• Builds and maintains productive relationships with courts, interpreters, advocates, community organizations, and national partners.
• Coordinates committees or work groups of court stakeholders on language access issues, including developing agendas, scheduling and facilitating meetings, and providing administrative support, as assigned.
• Provides regular reports to the Interpreter and Language Access Commission and other interested groups about the program.
• Helps maintain team website content and outreach materials.

• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in court administration, public administration, political science, business administration or closely allied field

AND

• Three (3) years of experience in court administration and/or program development.

A combination of education and experience demonstrating a working knowledge of the functions of the position may be considered in meeting the qualifications baseline.
THE IDEAL APPLICANT WILL ALSO HAVE SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Experience working directly with individuals who are Limited English Proficient (LEP) and/or Deaf or hard of hearing.
• Familiarity with language access laws, policies, and best practices and experience with language access planning.
• Experience in the field of interpreting or translation.
• Experience with program coordination in the government, legal, or non-profit sectors.
• Experience creating and sharing content on different communication and visualization platforms (i.e. websites, Adobe, social media, etc.)
• Experience working on issues of equity and access to justice, and an ability to discuss issues related to race, gender, and/or language access.

Supplemental Information
If you have gotten this far and are thinking you do not qualify, consider again. Studies have shown that women, people of color, and people with disabilities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Administrative Office of the Courts, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.
For more information about the position, to review the job description, application submission requirements, supplemental questions, inquire about benefits, or to apply for the position CLICK HERE TO APPLY!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• The workweek may fluctuate depending on workload or agency needs.
• Overnight travel may be required based on business needs.
• This position may be overtime eligible.

More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Uni