Legal Manager
Apply NowCompany: State of Washington
Location: Lacey, WA 98503
Description:
Salary : $91,008.00 - $117,876.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Lacey, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 24-WMS-02
Department: Gambling Commission
Division: Legal & Records
Opening Date: 11/26/2024
Description
The Washington State Gambling Commission is seeking a Legal Manager. The position reports to the Deputy Director and oversees the legal and public disclosure activities for the agency. The Legal Manager is delegated the authority and responsibility for administration of the activities and staff of the Legal and Records Unit.
Legal work, which includes:
The is a state accredited, limited-jurisdiction law enforcement agency whose mission is to "protect the public by ensuring that gambling is legal and honest." We license and regulate an estimated $3.5 billion gambling industry comprised of Tribal, commercial, and nonprofit businesses.
Why Join Our Team:
The Gambling Commission is committed to recruiting and retaining top-notch employees. Our managers are committed to offering flexible schedules and telework options for many positions. We value and support an inclusive work environment where our staff are seen and heard.
Among some of the benefits we offer:
Duties
About the Opportunity:
As the Legal Manager, you'll have full authority to make day-to day decisions for the Legal and Records Unit to include those concerning administrative actions, managing the day-to-day operations, and managing workload of the Legal and Records Unit including providing an appropriate amount of oversight and direction of the staff's work to ensure performance measures are met.
For typical administrative cases, the Legal Manager has full authority to use independent judgment to determine the facts and violations to be included in charging documents, and to determine the terms of settlement. For all cases assigned to the Legal and Records Unit, the Legal Manager evaluates the strength of case and evidence gathered.
The Legal Manager also has full authority on when and how to consult with the Assistant Attorney General assigned to cases, including determining the level of coordination needed, determining who responds to discovery requests, hearing preparation, and similar matters.
Some of what you will do:
We seek an inspirational, ethical leader; a Legal Manager with the skills and ability to create a positive work environment. An open, honest, and transparent communicator who welcomes, develops, and advances a diverse mix of perspectives of differing thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences. A coach and mentor that values the growth of individuals as organizational growth and can effectively manage performance in a way that invites success.
Required education, experience, and competencies:
Supplemental Information
The Washington State Gambling Commission is a licensing, regulatory, and law enforcement agency. Applicants must be willing to undergo and be able to pass an extensive background investigation, which includes a criminal history check, credit check and fingerprinting. Information obtained from background checks will not necessarily preclude employment. If hired, employees must adhere to agency policy of prohibiting employees from serving as officers or managers of any corporation or organization that conducts a lottery or gambling activity. Employees may not gamble in any gambling licensed activities in the state of Washington.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates may apply by submitting the following items:
It is highly encouraged to apply before December 10, 2024. We will begin reviewing applications as applications are received
Our expected timeline:
The Washington State Gambling Commission is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or needing this job announcement in an alternative format should provide contact information via email to Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or [redacted].
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 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 are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vac
Location : Thurston County - Lacey, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 24-WMS-02
Department: Gambling Commission
Division: Legal & Records
Opening Date: 11/26/2024
Description
The Washington State Gambling Commission is seeking a Legal Manager. The position reports to the Deputy Director and oversees the legal and public disclosure activities for the agency. The Legal Manager is delegated the authority and responsibility for administration of the activities and staff of the Legal and Records Unit.
Legal work, which includes:
- Initiating administrative actions against licensed or certified individuals and businesses in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act based on violations of the gambling laws, agency rules, and/or Tribal State Compacts.
- Staying abreast of commercial, nonprofit, and tribal case law changes in the gambling industry and determining the impacts.
- Providing legal support to the tribal negotiations team.
- Providing expert level legal guidance to agency leadership and staff as it relates to gambling and regulatory activities.
- Serving as the agency's point of contact for non-personnel civil litigation brought against the agency.
- Public disclosure program to ensure agency compliance with the Public Records Act and mitigation of risk through timely and responsive requests
The is a state accredited, limited-jurisdiction law enforcement agency whose mission is to "protect the public by ensuring that gambling is legal and honest." We license and regulate an estimated $3.5 billion gambling industry comprised of Tribal, commercial, and nonprofit businesses.
Why Join Our Team:
The Gambling Commission is committed to recruiting and retaining top-notch employees. Our managers are committed to offering flexible schedules and telework options for many positions. We value and support an inclusive work environment where our staff are seen and heard.
Among some of the benefits we offer:
- Professional development opportunities.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- A comprehensive designed to meet the needs of you and your family. Beyond the traditional benefits such as Health, Life Insurance, Retirement, and related benefits, we offer Flex Spending Accounts, Dependent Care Assistance, Deferred Compensation and so much more.
Duties
About the Opportunity:
As the Legal Manager, you'll have full authority to make day-to day decisions for the Legal and Records Unit to include those concerning administrative actions, managing the day-to-day operations, and managing workload of the Legal and Records Unit including providing an appropriate amount of oversight and direction of the staff's work to ensure performance measures are met.
For typical administrative cases, the Legal Manager has full authority to use independent judgment to determine the facts and violations to be included in charging documents, and to determine the terms of settlement. For all cases assigned to the Legal and Records Unit, the Legal Manager evaluates the strength of case and evidence gathered.
The Legal Manager also has full authority on when and how to consult with the Assistant Attorney General assigned to cases, including determining the level of coordination needed, determining who responds to discovery requests, hearing preparation, and similar matters.
Some of what you will do:
- Serve as a member of the agency's Leadership Team.
- Provide legal guidance to the Director, leadership, staff, and to teams.
- Actively participate in and lead agency teams and workgroups.
- Develop, implement, review, and update the agency's public disclosure program ensuring compliance with the Public Records Act.
- Develop, know, understand, and apply agency policy.
- Recommend changes to RCWs, WACs, and agency policies.
- Serve on the tribal negotiations team to provide legal support.
- Personally work on the most complex, high level administrative cases.
- Review all changes and settlement offers before issuance.
- Serve as agency point of contact and coordinates agency non-personnel civil litigation.
- Make effective employee selection and staff decisions.
- Develop, compile, and evaluate Unit performance measures.
- Supervise, coach and train assigned staff of three, (Public Records Officer, Forms and Records Analyst, and a Staff Attorney).
We seek an inspirational, ethical leader; a Legal Manager with the skills and ability to create a positive work environment. An open, honest, and transparent communicator who welcomes, develops, and advances a diverse mix of perspectives of differing thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences. A coach and mentor that values the growth of individuals as organizational growth and can effectively manage performance in a way that invites success.
Required education, experience, and competencies:
- Current member of the Washington State Bar Association in good standing.
- At least three years of experience in adjudicative proceedings under the Administrative Procedure Act or comparable procedure before public entities.
- Demonstrated ability at managing and achieving successful results with large complex projects.
- Work independently to manage workload, procedural deadlines, and analyze issues.
- Give sound legal guidance based on knowledge of specific laws, rules, and policies, as well as past practices and decisions.
- Strong negotiating skills and experience.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with the public, Commissioners, Tribal leaders, licensees, and other governmental agencies and bodies. Must have the ability to do impromptu speaking and answer questions without the benefit of consulting others. For work involving cases, ability to communicate effectively with agents and with applicants and licensees, who may represent themselves (pro se) in adjudicative proceedings.
- Understand the principles of rules of civil procedure, administrative law and procedure, and rules of evidence.
- Leadership, Communication, Relationship Building, Customer Focus, Ethics and Integrity, Diversity, Accountability, and Initiative are required competencies.
- Knowledge of the Gambling Act, Commission rules, Tribal-State Compacts, the Administrative Procedure Act, Rules of Civil Procedure, Regulatory Fairness Act, Public Records Act, some criminal laws and penalties and seizure/forfeiture laws.
- Understanding of tort liability.
- Knowledge of the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA) and corresponding case law, and Tribal-State Compacts.
- Experience in supervising legal staff.
Supplemental Information
The Washington State Gambling Commission is a licensing, regulatory, and law enforcement agency. Applicants must be willing to undergo and be able to pass an extensive background investigation, which includes a criminal history check, credit check and fingerprinting. Information obtained from background checks will not necessarily preclude employment. If hired, employees must adhere to agency policy of prohibiting employees from serving as officers or managers of any corporation or organization that conducts a lottery or gambling activity. Employees may not gamble in any gambling licensed activities in the state of Washington.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates may apply by submitting the following items:
- Letter of formal application that addresses your interest in the position and ability to perform the responsibilities described in this announcement.
- Detailed rsum of all educational and professional experience that demonstrates how you meet the qualifications.
- List of at least three professional references with contact information. References are typically contacted after interviews.
It is highly encouraged to apply before December 10, 2024. We will begin reviewing applications as applications are received
Our expected timeline:
- Application review will be ongoing
- Candidates identified and invited to interview week of December 17th.
- Interviews will be held in-person at the Federal Way field office
The Washington State Gambling Commission is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or needing this job announcement in an alternative format should provide contact information via email to Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or [redacted].
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 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 are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vac