AGO Senior Investigator/Analyst, Torts Division, Seattle

Full Job Description

Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov.

Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.

*This position is open to current permanent employees of the Washington State Office of the Attorney General only.*

Position and Salary

The Attorney General’s Office is recruiting for a permanent full time AGO Senior Investigator/Analyst in the Torts Division. This position is located in Seattle, Washington, and is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

AGO Senior Investigator/Analyst Salary Range 66: $80,820 - $108,780 (Effective 7/1/2025)
The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the preferred candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

The following stipends may apply based on position requirements:

• Incumbents assigned to our Seattle office location receive an additional 5% King County Location Pay stipend.
• Incumbents assigned to a position designated as requiring dual language skills will receive a 5% Dual Language Requirement Pay stipend.

The AGO provides a workplace that is understanding of work-life balance and promotes advancement by offering a wide variety of professional development and growth opportunities.

Excellent benefitsWashington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, including Medical/Dental/Vision for employees & dependent(s); Vacation, Sick, and Other Leave; 11 Paid Holidays per year; Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans; and Life Insurance.

Beyond these traditional benefits, we offer Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave, and more.

With the goal of employee health and wellness, we also offer:

• Flexible schedules and part-time/hybrid telework options;
• A Wellness Program, an Infants in the Workplace Program, and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides counseling, webinar, and other cost-free support resources;
• Numerous employee-driven affinity groups to foster community and connection, including Bereavement, Elder Care, Parenting, POC, LGBTQ+, Veterans and more. The AGO is a place to belong and make a difference!

About the Torts Division:

The Torts Division defends tort claims and lawsuits against all state agencies, officers, and employees.

The majority of cases are based on actions brought under theories of liability for state actions such as highway design, release of inmates, injuries on state property, medical malpractice, employment, childcare and custody, auto accidents, maritime injuries, false arrests and unreasonable force.

Tort attorneys also provide legal and risk management advice to the Office of Financial Management and state agencies on tort matters.

Duties and Essential Functions of an AGO Senior Investigator/Analyst:

The Torts Division Chief has designated this position at the Senior Investigator level.

The incumbent shall independently conduct comprehensive investigations and analysis of the issues concerning complex, technical and multi-issue tort claims, potential claims, and lawsuits filed in state and federal courts involving large potential damage awards against the State and any of its subordinate agencies.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Plan and organize investigations in accordance with current statutes, rules, policies, and procedures;
  • Meet with a litigation team to formulate procedures and analyze developments as they pertain to legal issues and case presentation;

• Perform investigative work in sometimes hostile or adverse situations;

Locate and interview public officials, state employees, and members of the public to gather, analyze, preserve, and present testimonial evidence.

Provide detailed evaluations of these witnesses and the information they provide as to the value of their testimony and presentation in regard to the State's defenses;

• Locate, collect, and analyze documentary evidence maintained by federal, state, county, and municipal agencies, and other sources;
• Learn and comprehend complex technical information of a scientific, engineering, medical, psychological, sociological, economic, and legal natures which may be discovered during witness interviews and document reviews;
• Conduct detailed examination of accident and incident sites to include the recording of measurements, making sketches and diagrams, and taking photographs and video recordings;
• Suggest questions to be asked of plaintiffs, codefendants, and witnesses during formal discovery. Analyze formal discovery received from plaintiffs, codefendants, and witnesses for additional investigative leads;
• Assist expert witnesses retained on behalf of the state in the gathering of evidence to formulate their opinions to include locating and acquiring facsimile vehicles and equipment needed in the reconstruction of the subject accident or incident;
• Formulate and conduct additional investigation based on leads developed during each investigative phase;
• Prepare detailed reports of investigative findings for the Chief Investigator or the assigned Assistant Attorney General to include copies of collected documentary evidence;
• Recommend disposition of cases based on the investigative findings to include settlement options and alternative dispute resolution. Participate in the mediation process as requested by the primary attorney;
• As part of a trial team, cooperate in the completion of all discovery;
• Provide training to investigators and other Torts staff on developments within the client agency;

Upon assignment by executive level management, investigate special project type cases.

These cases include those with issues or persons that are especially sensitive, abnormally high profile, have possible widespread political ramifications, an elevated level of media attention, and/or are exceedingly complex due to their class action nature and/or multiplicity of state and non-state defendants with allegations spanning long periods of time.

This recruitment announcement may be used to fill multiple open positions for the same classification, in addition to the position(s) listed in this announcement.

Ideal Candidate Profile

This position is open to current permanent employees of the Washington State Office of the Attorney General only.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and ten (10) years of experience conducting investigations, which include the authority to independently plan and conduct investigations in civil or criminal cases.

OR

Five years’ experience as an AGO Investigator/Analyst.

Additional qualifying investigative experience may substitute year for year for education.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Litigation experience a plus.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This work takes place in a hybrid office environment in a high-rise office building in downtown Seattle.

This position requires regular travel throughout the state, and the use of a state vehicle with an approved Washington State license.

This position requires regular and reliable attendance and is typically scheduled 8-5 M-F but may be modified with a flex and telework schedule.

Occasional irregular hours, including working more than 40 hours in a week, may result in the course of completing investigations.

Investigative work includes performing work in sometimes hostile, or adverse situations, and engaging with a large variety of witnesses.

About the Washington State Office of the Attorney General The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) touches the lives of every resident in this state.

We serve more than 230 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges and universities, as well as the Legislature and the Governor.

The Office is comprised of nearly 700 attorneys and 800 professional staff, all working together to deliver the highest quality professional legal services to Washington state officials, agencies, and entities.

This includes:

• Economic justice and consumer protections (safeguarding consumers, protecting youth, seniors, and other vulnerable populations)
• Social justice and civil rights (addressing discrimination, environmental protection, and veteran and military resources)
• Criminal justice and public safety (investigative and prosecutorial support, financial crimes)
• And much more!

Our agency also has national reach, representing the State of Washington before the Supreme Court, the Court of Appeals and trial courts in all cases that involve the state’s interest.

If you want to make a difference, we may be the perfect fit for you! Learn more about the AGO here. Commitment to Diversity Diversity is critical to the success of the mission of the AGO.

This means recognizing, respecting, and appreciating all cultures and backgrounds-- and fostering the inclusion of differences between people.

Appreciating, valuing and implementing principles of diversity permits AGO employees to achieve their fullest potential in an inclusive, respectful environment.

One recent measure of the AGO's commitment to diversity can be found in its nomination for Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network's "Outstanding Agency Award" in 2019.

Our commitment to employee wellness is reflected in earning the 2024 Zo8 Washington Wellness Award.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this position:

• A letter of interest, describing your specific qualifications for the position;
• A current resume detailing experience and education.

READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION COMPLETELY:

• Carefully review your application for accuracy, spelling and grammar before submitting.
• You may not reapply to this posting for 30 days.
• The initial screening of applications will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the “work experience” and “education” sections of your application in www.careers.wa.gov, completeness of the application material submitted, and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.
• A resume will not substitute for completing the “work experience” section of the application.
• All information may be verified and documentation may be required.
• The Washington State Office of the Attorney General does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations Requests

Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that as an agency, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful, safe and supportive working environment.

Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures and attributes, can AGO employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO.

The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, retaliation or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.

Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov.

Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.

For questions regarding this recruitment or assistance with the application process, please contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov.

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