Legal Administrative Assistant

Salary : $61,332.00 - $80,496.00 Annually
Location : Olympia, WA
Job Type: .REGULAR: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026-88
Division: Court Services Division
Opening Date: 10/15/2026
Closing Date: 10/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific


Position Profile
Washington Courts Employment Opportunity

Administrative Office of the Courts
Legal Administrative Assistant

Court Services Division

Our Mission: Advance the timely, effective and equitable operations of the Washington Judicial Branch.
POSITION DETAILS
Status : Regular: Full-Time

Location : Olympia, Washington

Salary : $61,332 - $80,496 per year (DOQ)

Opens : October 15, 2026

Closes : October 29, 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.
POSITION PROFILE
Are you looking for a career working at the intersection of courts and court users? Join our team supporting the state and local court rule process.
The Administrative Office of the Courts is seeking a skilled Legal Administrative Assistant who excels in independent work, sound judgment, and managing complex administrative tasks. You'll support the Senior Staff Attorney working on court rules and other legal professionals with high-impact work, from document preparation to coordination and workflow management. If you're detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and thrive in a role where no two days are the same, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the success of Washington's courts.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Some of the duties you will perform are:

• Assist with proofreading, formatting, and posting online materials related to state court rules as directed.
• Maintain files and records related to state court rules and the Washington Supreme Court Rules Committee.
• Manage the process of receiving and distributing local court rules filed with the Administrative Office of the Courts per
• Prepare and edit correspondence, court forms, reports, spreadsheets, and presentations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to agency standards.
• Coordinate daily administrative operations and workflow for the office or section.
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, plan conferences, and coordinate logistics, including facilities, travel, meals, and billing.
• Prepare agendas, notify participants, attend meetings, and draft minutes as needed.
• Compile information and prepare reports to support decision-making.
• Maintain confidentiality while keeping the supervisor informed of key items, deadlines, and progress updates.
• Serve as administrative support for recruitments, coordinating interviews, candidate communication, onboarding tasks, and related logistics.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or closely related field

AND

• Three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative support experience in a similar professional work environment.
• Advanced word processing skills.

Demonstration of relevant work experience may substitute for education experience.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficient in utilizing Microsoft 365 products, including Teams, Outlook, Word, OneNote, PowerPoint, and others, with expertise appropriate to the responsibilities of the role.
• Proficient ability to proofread and format legal materials with a high level of accuracy and precision, interpret information, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficient time and resource management skills demonstrate the ability to work on multiple assignments concurrently, plans work to accomplish assignments, manages time to complete assigned tasks within the structure set by supervisor.

WASHINGTON STATE RESIDENCY AND TELEWORK INFORMATION

AOC requires employees to reside in Washington State. Any exceptions must be approved. If you are invited to 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 AOC's Olympia office at least two (2) days per week.
HOW TO APPLY

IMPORTANT: To be considered for this position, you MUST include the following:

• Completed online application;
• Current Resume;
• Letter of Interest describing how you meet the specific qualifications for the position;

The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is looking for top-performing employees who embody its core values integrity, inclusion, accountability, and teamwork. The AOC is committed to both employee growth and work-life balance.
Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives to create a workplace where employees feel safe, seen, and heard.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• The workweek may fluctuate depending on workload or agency needs.
• Overnight travel may be required based on business needs.
• This position may be overtime eligible.

The AOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical, mental or sensory disability (actual or perceived), use of a service animal, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, age, HIV or Hepatitis C status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law. Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, please contact the AOC Human Resource Office via email at View email address on click.appcast.io.
Candidates who are offered a job with AOC must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
AOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal government eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements for that form.
AOC does not use E-verify; therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit
Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.
SPECIAL NOTE : Before a new hire, a background check, including criminal history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job.
We are a team-oriented culture, and a balance of family and work-life in a wonderful community. We offer a family-friendly package of pay, benefits, paid time off, and workplace opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.

Our compensation plan includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Retirement Plan Options
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays)
• Paid Basic Life Insurance Policy and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Part-time employees will receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.

To learn more details about all we have to offer, visit the benefits page at
01


Which of the following best describes how you meet the qualifications of this position?

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or closely related field AND & three (3) years' progressively responsible administrative support experience in a similar professional work environment.
• Associate of Arts (AA) degree AND & five (5) years' progressively responsible administrative support experience in a similar professional work environment.
• Seven (7) or more years' progressively responsible administrative support experience in a similar professional work environment.
• None of the above.

02


Please briefly describe how/where you gained the experience indicated in the previous question. Your answer should be reflected in the work history section of your application. If you do not have this experience, please write "none." Answers such as "see application/resume/cover letter", will not be accepted.
03


Do you possess advanced word processing skills?

• Yes
• No

04


Which statement best describes your skill level with Microsoft 365 tools (Teams, Outlook, Word, OneNote, and PowerPoint)?

• Willing - I have little or no experience with this competency but am willing to learn.
• Developing - (Typically gained through 1-2 years' experience) I have some experience with this competency and can perform related tasks with guidance or direction.
• Skilled - (Typically gained through 2-5 years' experience) I have significant experience with this competency and can perform related work independently.
• Expert - (Typically gained through 5+ years' experience) I have extensive experience with this competency, can handle complex situations, provide guidance to others, and improve processes.

05


Please select the level that best describes your highest level of experience proofreading and formatting legal materials with a high level of accuracy and precision, interpreting information, and working independently with minimal supervision.

• Willing - I have little or no experience with this competency but am willing to learn.
• Developing - (Typically gained through 1-2 years' experience) I have some experience with this competency and can perform related tasks with guidance or direction.
• Skilled - (Typically gained through 2-5 years' experience) I have significant experience with this competency and can perform related work independently.
• Expert - (Typically gained through 5+ years' experience) I have extensive experience with this competency, can handle complex situations, provide guidance to others, and improve processes.

06


Which of the following best describes your level of experience with time and resource management while work on multiple assignments concurrently?

• Willing - I have little or no experience with this competency but am willing to learn.
• Developing - (Typically gained through 1-2 years' experience) I have some experience with this competency and can perform related tasks with guidance or direction.
• Skilled - (Typically gained through 2-5 years' experience) I have significant experience with this competency and can perform related work independently.
• Expert - (Typically gained through 5+ years' experience) I have extensive experience with this competency, can handle complex situations, provide guidance to others, and improve processes.

07


This position requires working onsite at least two (2) days per week at the AOC office in Olympia, Washington. Are you still interested in applying for this position?

• Yes
• No

Required Question