County Attorney 4 – Deputy Prosecuting Attorney 4
Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office Tacoma, WA
Posting Date: 24th Feb, 2026Continuous: Open Until FilledSalary: $134,348.00 - $173,035.49 Annually
Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office
County Attorney 4 – Deputy Prosecuting Attorney 4
SALARY
$134,348.00 - $173,035.49 Annually
LOCATION
Tacoma, WA
OPENING DATE
02/23/2026
CLOSING DATE
Continuous until filled
Description
Position Summary
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
The Civil Division of the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's Office is looking for an experienced, highly motivated Deputy Prosecuting Attorney. If you seek challenging, meaningful legal work and a chance to give back to your community while working in a collegial office, this is a great opportunity.
In this position you will support general tort defense litigation with a focus on juvenile sexual assault claims. You will work closely with the juvenile sexual assault team, which is focused on careful, trauma informed investigation and litigation of juvenile sexual assault claims against the county. This team is comprised of experienced deputy prosecutors, a skilled investigator, knowledgeable legal assistants, and a business analyst. Attorneys in this group work closely with the team, from early resolution to litigating cases in superior court.
Learn more about the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office HERE.
Why It's a Great Department:
The Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney's Office is committed to the recruitment, hiring, retention, and promotion of a diverse staff. Our commitment to diversity creates a strong and collegial office that promotes respect for the community we serve. Our Department takes great pride in the collegial environment we have created. We are supportive of one another, highly competent, and thrive on the collective teamwork of those who work in our office. We have high standards in our work product and for the support we provide.
Core Daily Responsibilities:
- Handles complex legal matters and litigation on behalf of Pierce County both in State and Federal Courts. Initially involved at the claim stage, the attorney will remain involved through pre-trial preparation, trial and any appeals taken therefrom.
- Works directly with elected officials and appointed department heads to provide legal advice in their official duties, review of existing policies and, in appropriate cases, the formulation of new policies, organizational changes, and the drafting and preparation of legal opinions and memoranda.
- Direct involvement in both the negotiation and execution stages of the contracting process for procurements, acquisitions, and construction projects.
- Works closely with the County Executive, legislative and other agencies and branches of county government to develop proposed legislation that the county wishes to present to the state legislature.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
Juris Doctorate form an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school or completion of the Rule 6 Law Clerk Program required.
Licenses or Certifications
Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Washington and a member in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association (RCW 36.27.010) and U.S. Citizen (RCW 36.27.010, RCW 36.27.040 & RCW 29.01.065).
Washington State Patrol Criminal Justice Information System Access 1 Certification.
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS
Member (or eligible to be member) of federal bar/Courts of Appeal
How To Apply
Send cover letter, resume and supporting materials to:
Gayle Robbins
Human Resources Manager
Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office
930 Tacoma Avenue South, Suite 946
Tacoma, WA 98402
Phone: (253) 798-4910
(She/Her)