Posting number: 2026-08473
Department: Attorney General's Office
Division: Medicaid Fraud Control Unit
Job classification: LEGAL OFFICE ASSISTANT
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Administrative Assistant, Legal, Office and Administrative Support
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.
Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at
The Attorney General’s Office is recruiting for a permanent full time Legal Office Assistant in the Medicaid Fraud & Abuse Division. This position is located in Olympia, Washington, and is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
Legal Office Assistant Salary Range 40: $43,836 - $58,392 Annually
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:
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.
Washington 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:
The work of the Office’s Medicaid Fraud & Abuse Division (MFAD) focuses on both criminal and civil law enforcement. The 75% federally funded MFAD‘s mission is combating provider fraud, abuse and neglect in residential facilities and involving Medicaid recipients in non-institutional settings. MFAD’s Headquarters is located in Olympia, Washington with some team members also located at the AGO's Spokane Office and Seattle Office. The Division currently has a staff of 84 FTEs, including attorneys, auditors, special agents, data analysts, clinical health investigators and professional support staff.
MFAD involves protecting not only the Medicaid program of roughly 22.9 billion dollars per annum, but also its most vulnerable persons, typically elderly persons in residential facilities or persons abused or neglected by a Medicaid Provider. In many of our cases, there is no precedent so MFAD is consistently on the cutting edge of legal theories and issues. The cases range from abuse and neglect of persons in nursing homes, large scale organized individual and corporate civil and criminal fraudulent activity to national whistleblower actions. Our staff is a highly professional, fun and seasoned analytical investigative team. MFAD is unique in that all cases have an attorney, special agent, data analyst assigned with legal support. This, and the great people who make up the division, gives MFAD a particularly terrific team atmosphere.
The Legal Office Assistant provides administrative and legal support to the division and works closely with the Grant and Operations Manager (GOM), the existing Legal Office Assistant, and the Administrative Assistant to ensure efficient and effective daily operations. This position assists in managing office inventory by monitoring supply levels, restocking materials, and maintaining an organized supply room. The Legal Office Assistant answers, screens, and routes incoming telephone calls; assists with copiers, printers, and other office equipment; and coordinates maintenance or troubleshoots minor technical issues as needed.
The Legal Office Assistant performs a variety of general administrative tasks, including photocopying, scanning, document preparation, and maintaining internal contact lists, directories, and other organizational resources. Legal support duties include filing documents with courts, obtaining attorney signatures, processing incoming mail and email, and delivering documents or checks to courts, fiscal offices, or other agencies. The position supports case management by opening and closing cases, saving and organizing documents, creating and maintaining electronic and physical folder structures, and verifying case information in the case management system (CMS). The Legal Office Assistant also organizes and maintains legal documents, evidence, and exhibits to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and compliance with established procedures and deadlines.
In addition, the Legal Office Assistant assists with travel and expense-related processes, including making travel arrangements such as reserving flights, lodging, and rental cars, and supporting travel reimbursements, vendor payments, and expense processing. The position maintains accurate electronic and hard copy records of receipts, invoices, training logs, and other office and fiscal documents in accordance with AGO and OFM guidelines, and assists with records management and archiving of case files to ensure proper retention and disposition practices. The Legal Office Assistant also supports vehicle records, mileage logs, maintenance schedules, and the Critical Events Calendar, participates in recurring reporting tasks and office projects, and performs other related duties as assigned to support the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the division.
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.
Option 1: High School diploma or equivalent and two years of clerical experience including a minimum of six months of experience in a legal office environment.
Option 2: One year of legal office experience.
Option 3: A combination of two years of college education and/or relevant experience.
Option 4: A two-year degree in Legal Secretary Studies, Paralegal studies or related field of study.
A background check consisting of employment history, professional references and educational verification (e.g., degree, license, or official transcript) may be conducted. Prior to any offer, the applicant selected will be required to submit to and pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check conducted by the Washington State Patrol, Criminal Records Division. The incumbent will submit to additional background checks as a condition of employment every five (5) years thereafter.
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:
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.
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.
In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this position:
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. If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com.
With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and settlements. Framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west, the area is a picturesque place to work, play and live.
Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition frame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area. Today, more than 440,000 people call Clark County home.
Clark County government is one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of challenging positions for about 1,570 people. You can learn about current job openings, the application process, job descriptions, pay schedule and employee benefits on the Clark County Human Resources website at https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources.
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