Salary: $86,688.00 - $113,736.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Olympia, WA
Job Type: Exempt
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026-64
Department: Administrative Office of the Courts
Opening Date: 07/14/2026
Closing Date: 8/4/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
Support meaningful access to justice in Washington's courts by joining the Equity and Access Program at the Administrative Office of the Courts. Our team works to ensure courts can better serve self-represented litigants and communities that have been historically marginalized or excluded from the justice system. We are looking for someone who is passionate about equity and committed to making systems work better for real people.
The Equity and Access Program is seeking a skilled professional to fill a Senior Court Program Analyst role. This position is located within AOC's Office of Court Innovation and reports to the Equity and Access Program Supervisor.
This position will:

• Identify and analyze critical needs and propose technology solutions to improve access to the courts for self-represented litigants.
• Guide and develop statewide self-help services.
• Support engagement with lived experience experts/court users.
• Develop and manage complex projects and objectives.
• Explore and test innovative ideas.
• Coordinate resource development.

The person in this role develops and manages statewide partnerships, collaborations, and resources. They will collaborate with statewide partners to identify opportunities for technology to enhance access to justice. This includes leading major technology projects for in coordination with the team's web developer, and working with jurisdictions across Washington to create broad, systemic improvements to how court users access information.
Additional responsibilities include assessing statewide needs, developing and deploying resources, and supporting the implementation of technology solutions and platforms that improve access to the courts and court information. This person will also review and monitor state and national best practices for improving court accessibility through technology, and support courts with education, resource development, communication, and technical assistance related to access to justice.
An understanding of systemic racism and oppression, and the courts' role in perpetuating it, is required for this position. The Senior Court Program Analyst will work with their colleagues and statewide and national partners on identifying and breaking down barriers to accessing courts, focusing on the experience of the court user who is least likely to receive equitable access.
Washington Courts Employment Opportunity

Administrative Office of the Courts
Senior Court Program Analyst -

Self Help Washington

Equity and Access Program
POSITION DETAILS
Job #: 2026-64

Status: Regular, Full - Time

Location: Olympia, Washington

Salary: Range 68: $86,688 - $113,736 per year (DOQ)

Opens: July 14, 2026

Closes: August 4, 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:

• Leads statewide efforts to identify court and court user needs, and implement technology-based solutions and services to improve access to the courts for self-represented litigants.
• Manages complex projects, tests innovative solutions and coordinates resource development to improve access to the courts.
• Coordinates communication and technology-based resource development between judicial branch stakeholders, partners, web developers and IT professionals.
• Collaborates directly with court users and lived experience experts to obtain feedback to inform the development of resources.
• Analyzes business needs and technology solutions for the AOC and courts for improving accessibility and access to justice. Provides recommendations for presenting information more inclusively and equitably.
• Gathers information, reviews, and presents best practices that promote equity and access to the courts through technology, communication, and outreach to support those who experience barriers to accessing the courts.
• Supports the development and maintenance of websites, web-based apps, social media platforms, and other technologies related to the AOC's Equity and Access Program.
• Participates in technical assistance visits to courts seeking to improve access to justice through technology and communication.
• Works with courts to identify needs and recommends improvements to promote equity and access to the courts. Supports local courts in improving websites and technology-based resources for self-represented litigants.
• Provides technical assistance to the Equity and Access Program and other groups within the Office of Court Innovation in the areas of technology and communication.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications
Relevant experience may substitute for the required education.

• 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.

*Certain positions may require a law degree in addition to the qualifications above.
THE IDEAL APPLICANT WILL ALSO HAVE SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Below is a list of experiences that will be viewed as relevant to the position and will be considered as a substitute for the required qualifications and credentials:

• Experience working with the courts, with judges, or with attorneys;
• A comprehensive understanding of the barriers faced by self-represented court users;
• A comprehensive understanding of court processes and case types most likely to be used by self-represented litigants;
• Experience working on issues related to equity and access to justice;
• Experience utilizing technology solutions;
• Experience working with web applications and portal technologies;
• Experience with digital accessibility and usability best practices;
• Experience working with and leading diverse community groups and organizations that serve the public;
• Experience developing communication plans and platforms;
• A degree in public policy, law, administration, sociology, or race and ethnic studies.

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 candidate needed 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 is not overtime eligible.

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 Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and