Qureos Mentor

Washington State Department of Health

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 Description
 
 
 
 These positions are hybrid full-time
 
 Legal Examiner 3 (LE 3)
 
 positions located at the Tumwater DOH office. This posting will be used to fill one non-permanent appointment anticipated to last 12 months and one permanent appointment.
 
 
 
 This posting has been re-opened to invite additional candidates to apply. If you submitted your application materials prior to December 2, 2025, you do not need to reapply.
 
 
 
 The Washington State Department of Health is seeking two
 
 Staff Attorneys
 
 to deliver quality legal services to Health Systems Quality Assurance (HSQA) programs and other entities. This position directly supports the department&rsquo;s mission to protect and improve the health of people in Washington by applying legal expertise to manage complex discipline cases.
 
 
 The vision of HSQA is to be a recognized leader in patient safety, prevention, and health systems development. To that end, HSQA has established certain values &ndash; namely integrity, accountability, effectiveness, responsiveness, cultural competency, the courage to change, and a relentless commitment to serve the public. These values are guided by our desire to build the public&rsquo;s trust, strong relationships, employee satisfaction, and integrated service delivery. The goals of HSQA are five-fold: improve people&rsquo;s health, enhance patient safety, make every resource count, have an exemplary workforce, and deliver exceptional service.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities Include
 
 
 
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 Analyzing facts and law and recommending an appropriate form of action or combination of actions (discipline or some alternative).
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 Conducting legal research requiring knowledge of current state and federal legislation, case law, and administrative decisions.
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 Drafting legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, memoranda, briefs, interpretive guidelines, rules, and proposed legislation.
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 Negotiating settlements for health professions disciplinary cases, including conditions and restrictions; and,
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 Assisting programs with general legal issues and serving as a resource on special projects, quality improvement work groups, and other activities as called upon.
 
 
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 These
 
 Legal Examiner 3
 
 positions play a vital role in protecting the public&rsquo;s health and safety by applying knowledge of state laws, including the Uniform Disciplinary Act and Washington Administrative Procedure Act, and case law in the areas of administrative and health law. These positions also serve as a legal resource for all regulated health professions, entities, and other HSQA programs, including high priority or complex matters.
 
 
 
 Ready to make a difference? Apply now and become a part of a mission-driven team!
 
 
 
 
 Location and Flexibility:
 
 Enjoy the flexibility of our hybrid work environment, where you can balance working from home and collaborating in the office. It is anticipated that you&rsquo;ll be expected at the DOH facility located in Tumwater for work activities 1-2 days weekly.
 
 
 
 Required Qualifications
 
 
 
 You must meet ONE of the options provided and any additional criteria listed. Experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile.
 
 
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 Option 1: Three (3) years as a Legal Examiner or attorney in a governmental agency.
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 Option 2: One (1) year as a Legal Examiner 2.
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 Option 3: Three (3) years of experience as a member of an administrative tribunal empowered to issue findings of fact and law .
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 Option 4: Three (3) years of trial practice in private or public employment as an attorney or equivalent experience.
 
 
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 AND For All Options
 
 
 
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 Admission in good standing to practice law in the State of Washington.
 
 
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 After a conditional offer of employment, a criminal history background check will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant&rsquo;s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
 
 
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Familiarity with state laws, including the Uniform Disciplinary Act and Washington Administrative Procedure Act.
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 Working-level knowledge of case law in the area of administrative and health law.
 
 
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 Benefits And Lifestyle
 
 
 
 We prioritize your work-life balance and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages nationwide, tailored to support your lifestyle. Discover more about "Why DOH" by visiting Work@Health .
 
 
 
 We are the Washington State Department of Health (DOH)
 
 
 
 At DOH, we safeguard public health in an ever-evolving world. Through collaboration with local health jurisdictions and state, federal, and private partners, our programs and services impact every Washingtonian and visitor daily. We're driven by Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, as outlined in our Transformational Plan for the future of Washington health.
 
 
 
 Conditions Of Employment
 
 
 
 This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
 
 
 
 I am prepared, with or without accommodation, to do the following:
 
 
 
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 Commit to a full-time 40-hour workweek (flexible work schedule requests must be approved by supervisor).
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 Communicate through applications such as MS Teams and MS Outlook, and by phone while working remotely.
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 Adjust my work schedule occasionally to align with business needs, which may entail working evenings and weekends.
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 Perform my job duties either remotely from home or in person at the designated DOH site location.
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 Move objects and materials weighing as much as 35 pounds.
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 Travel within Washington as necessary for scheduled board/commission meetings, sometimes requiring overnight stays or trips out of state.
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 Legally drive a vehicle or arrange alternative transportation for state business.
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 Engage in emergency response exercises and high-priority assignments as assigned during emergency events.
 
 
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 Application Directions
 
 
 
 To apply, click "Apply" and complete the application. Attach your resume and cover letter. In your Applicant Profile, include at least three professional references (including a supervisor, a peer, and someone you&rsquo;ve supervised or led, if applicable). Please do not include private information such as social security number or year of birth.
 
 
 Make sure to document your years of experience, skills, and abilities as listed in the qualifications section of this job posting.
 
 
 
 Attach Only The Following
 
 
 
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 Resume
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 Cover letter
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 3 or more professional references, if not included in your applicant profile
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 DD-214 (if applicable)
 
 
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 Veterans Preference
 
 : Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or a signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year
 
 
 
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 include or attach the following &ndash; these documents will not be reviewed:
 
 
 
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 REMOVE personal photos &ndash; do not submit any documents containing personal photos.
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 Transcripts (unless specifically requested in the Application Directions)
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 Certifications or diplomas
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 Projects or portfolios
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 Letters of recommendation
 
 
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 Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
 
 : We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.
 
 
 DOH is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran&rsquo;s status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.
 
 
 
 Questions and Accommodations:
 
 If you have questions, need assistance with the application process, require an accommodation, or would like to request this posting in an alternative format, please contact Kristina Cox at employment@doh.wa.gov and reference the recruitment number (DOH8758).
 
 
 
 Technical Support
 
 : Reach out to NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627 for technical support and login issues.
 
 
 
 
 
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 Supplemental Information
 
 
 
 This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
 
 
 Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.
 
 
 Experience and education selected, listed, or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile.
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Staff Attorney (LE 3) DOH8758

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Staff Attorney (LE 3) DOH8758