Salary : $86,688.00 - $113,736.00 Annually
Location : Olympia, WA
Job Type: .REGULAR: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026-92
Division: Administrative Services Division
Department: Court Innovation-Supreme Court Commissions (A52)
Opening Date: 11/03/2026
Closing Date: 11/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Position ProfileWashington Courts Employment OpportunityAdministrative Office of the Courts (AOC)
SENIOR COURT PROGRAM ANALYST(for the Gender & Justice Commission)
Administrative Services Division, Court Innovation, Supreme Court Commissions
Location: Olympia, Washington (AOC requires employees to reside in Washington State).
Salary: $86,688 - $113,736per year (DOQ). This position is not eligible for overtime.
Closes: November 16, 2026. AOC reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time after seven calendar days.
In-Office Requirement: This position requires at least two days per week working in-office.
Position DetailsMake a Difference in Washington's Courts!
The Administrative Office of the Courts is seeking a dedicated professional to serve as lead staff to the The Commission leads the judicial branch in advancing gender equity and eliminating gender bias in Washington's courts.
In this senior-level position, you'll manage complex, high-visibility projects that influence real change. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role that requires strong organization, independence, and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects. You will need to develop relationships and collaborate with diverse stakeholders including judicial officers, court staff, attorneys, community organizations, and people with lived experience. You will conduct policy analysis; coordinate research; draft and edit reports and other written products; design and support education programs; examine court practices through an equity lens; and elevate initiatives that promote fairness, equal treatment, and the elimination of bias in the justice system. You may also provide guidance to other GJC team members as you help move critical work forward.
As part of the Supreme Court Commissions unit within AOC's Office of Court Innovation, you will join a strong team and collaborate with colleagues who staff the , , and .
If you're someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys tackling complex challenges, and wants a career where your work truly matters, this is an opportunity to help shape a responsive and equitable court system. We invite you to bring your passion, your strategic thinking, and your commitment to positive change and join us in this important work.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesSome of the duties you will perform are:
- Coordinate development of GJC strategic work plan and implementation of priority projects in conjunction with GJC leadership, other staff, and GJC members.
- Develop judicial and court staff education on a wide range of gender justice issues.
- Analyze, track, and coordinate input on proposed legislation related to Commission priority issues.
- Work closely with and provide recommendations to Commission leaders.
- Respond to requests for Commission involvement from judicial branch and external stakeholders; coordinate joint initiatives.
- Manage the work of GJC's Legislative, Family Law, Communications, and Incarceration, Gender & Justice Committees, and other work groups/committees as assigned.
- Identify and coordinate research activities aligned with the Commission's mission and priorities and provide input on research design, implementation, and application of findings.
- Work with Commission members to develop resources and plan events.
- Coordinate with other GJC staff and team administrative support staff to ensure timely and successful completion of GJC projects.
- Provide oversight and guidance to externs and contractors engaged in GJC projects
- Oversee the Commission's budgets and associated projects.
- Identify and apply for new funding as needed for projects prioritized by the Commission.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in court administration, public administration, political science, business administration or closely allied field,
AND- Five (5) years of responsible experience in court administration and/or program development, including one (1) year in a supervisory or lead role and/or managing/directing groups or teams.
Relevant experience may substitute for the required education.
Desired Qualifications- A law degree from a nationally accredited college. Knowledge of substantive areas of civil and criminal law.
- Excellent research and writing skills.
- Experience in project management or program coordination.
- Experience working with multidisciplinary groups that include court stakeholders, elected officials, legal system representatives, and community organizations.
- Experience working on gender equity issues that demonstrates an understanding of the Commission's mission.
- Experience applying for and managing grant funds.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, build trust through professionalism, and deliver high-quality work on time.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills, with the ability to set goals, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and develop clear, actionable recommendations.
- Proficient in Microsoft 365.
- Knowledgeable about Washington's justice system, including courts, commissions, and judicial operations, with awareness of trends in court administration.
We are a team-oriented culture, and a balance of family and work-life in a wonderful community. We offer a family-friendly package of pay, benefits, paid time off, and workplace opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
Our compensation plan includes:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
- Retirement Plan Options
- Deferred Compensation Plan
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays)
- Paid Basic Life Insurance Policy and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance Program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Part-time employees will receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
To learn more details about all we have to offer, visit the benefits page at
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Which of the following best describes how you meet the qualifications of this position?
- Bachelor's degree in court administration, public administration, political science, business administration or closely allied field AND five (5) years' responsible experience in court administration and/or program development.
- Nine (9) years' experience in court administration and/or program development.
- None of the above.
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Please briefly describe how/where you gained the experience indicated in the previous question. Your answer should be reflected in the work history section of your application. If you do not have this experience, please write "none." Answers such as "see application/resume/cover letter", will not be accepted.
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Although not required for this position, do you hold a law degree from a nationally accredited college?
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Do you possess at least five (5) years' responsible experience in court administration and/or program development?
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Please briefly describe how/where you gained the experience indicated in the previous question. Your answer should be reflected in the work history section of your application. If you do not have this experience, please write "none." Answers such as "see application/resume/cover letter", will not be accepted.
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Do you possess at least one (1) year in a supervisory or lead role and/or managing/directing groups or teams?
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Please briefly describe how/where you gained the experience indicated in the previous question. Your answer should be reflected in the work history section of your application. If you do not have this experience, please write "none." Answers such as "see application/resume/cover letter", will not be accepted.
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Please select the level that best describes your highest level of experience applying for and managing grant funds.
- Willing - I have little or no experience with this competency but am willing to learn.
- Developing - (Typically gained through 1-2 years' experience) I have some experience with this competency and can perform related tasks with guidance or direction.
- Skilled - (Typically gained through 2-5 years' experience) I have significant experience with this competency and can perform related work independently.
- Expert - (Typically gained through 5+ years' experience) I have extensive experience with this competency, can handle complex situations, provide guidance to others, and improve processes.
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Please select the level that best describes your highest level of experience with experience in project management or program coordination?
- Willing - I have little or no experience with this competency but am willing to learn.
- Developing - (Typically gained through 1-2 years' experience) I have some experience with this competency and can perform related tasks with guidance or direction.
- Skilled - (Typically gained through 2-5 years' experience) I have significant experience with this competency and can perform related work independently.
- Expert - (Typically gained through 5+ years' experience) I have extensive experience with this competency, can handle complex situations, provide guidance to others, and improve processes.
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Please select the level that best describes your highest level of experience with legal research, writing, analysis, and communication skills.
- Willing - I have little or no experience with this competency but am willing to learn.
- Developing - (Typically gained through 1-2 years' experience) I have some experience with this competency and can perform related tasks with guidance or direction.
- Skilled - (Typically gained through 2-5 years' experience) I have significant experience with this competency and can perform related work independently.
- Expert - (Typically gained through 5+ years' experience) I have extensive experience with this competency, can handle complex situations, provide guidance to others, and improve processes.
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Administrative Office of the Courts is currently NOT sponsoring immigration visas. A "Yes" response will disqualify you from further consideration for this position. For purposes of this question, immigration sponsorship includes an H-1B visa petition, O-1 visa petition, E-3 visa petition, TN status, or job flexibility benefits (also known as I-140 portability or Adjustment of Status portability). Will you now or in the future require immigration sponsorship to work for AOC?
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As a condition of employment, AOC employees are required to reside in Washington State within 90 days of employment and work onsite at least two (2) days per week at the AOC office in Olympia, Washington. Do you acknowledge and agree to these requirements as a condition of employment?
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Candidates who are provided with a conditional offer of employment are required to pass a national fingerprint background check. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. Are you willing to undergo a background check as a condition of employment?
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