Case Manager

Washington State Court of Appeals, Division I, is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to take on the dynamic role of Case Manager. Under the direction of the court administrator/clerk or designee, processes cases such as personal restraint petitions, notices of appeal, and notices for discretionary review for the Court of Appeals. Typical duties include opening new petitions, docketing case information into the ACORDS on-line docketing system, interpreting appellate rules and procedures, and working with attorneys and parties to resolve case processing issues.

Washington State Court of Appeals, Division I Employment Opportunity CASE MANAGER

Our Mission: To serve the People by providing an accessible forum for the independent and impartial review of cases, while maintaining an atmosphere that respects the dignity and safeguards the rights of all.

POSITION DETAILS

Job #: 2026-007

Status: Regular, Full-Time

Location: Seattle, Washington

Salary: Range 58: $69,691 - $91,400 per year (DOQ), Includes 5% for King County Pay

Opens: January 26, 2026

Closes: February 9, 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply early. AOC reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time.

Duties

(Note: The following is a listing of typical duties; the actual duties of a position may not include all those listed or may include other work of a similar nature.)

• Reviews Notice of Appeal and related documents for compliance with court rules.
• Opens new appellate cases and transfer cases; dockets case information into the ACORDS system; establishes perfection schedule and issues notification to counsel and interested parties. Makes requests as needed to parties for documents to perfect Notices of Appeal, Notices for Discretionary Review, and Personal Restraint Petitions.
• Enters into the ACORDS system all documents filed and significant action taken on a case on appeal.
• Monitors, coordinates, and tracks appellate cases through the established Court of Appeals process.
• Tracks cases where a petition for review or notice of discretionary review have been filed at the Supreme Court.
• Reviews briefs for compliance with rules. Rejects briefs for non-compliance with the Rules of Appellate Procedure; monitors screening process for case difficulty, coordinates the reproduction of briefs.
• Monitors imposition of sanctions and takes appropriate action.
• Prepares and/or processes all court opinions, orders, and rulings.
• Performs duties related to mandate preparation: Prepares rulings on cost bills or award of costs, closes cases terminated by the court, commissioners, and clerk.
• Acts as bailiff as required.
• Prepare invoices as necessary.
• Performs other duties as required.

Salary

• $69,691 - $91,400/year

Qualifications

• Associate of arts degree in legal secretarial science or related field.

OR

• Graduation from high school; AND three (3) years clerical/secretarial experience to include one year in the legal environment.

THE IDEAL APPLICANT WILL ALSO HAVE SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: Appellate court rules and procedures; legal terminology; general office practices and equipment; general word processing techniques.

Ability to: Effectively communicate orally and in writing; maintain a professional attitude in dealing with the public; follow written and oral directions; maintain confidentiality.

Appellate court experience is desirable.

Qualified candidates will have well-developed skills in the use of technology and automated systems, including the use of electronic documents. Familiarity with case management and document management systems, office suite products, and electronic workflow processing systems is highly desirable.

Other Information

For more information about the position, to review the job description, application submission requirements, supplemental questions, inquire about benefits, or to apply for the position CLICK HERE TO APPLY!

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY TO ENSURE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED THE REQUIRED MATERIALS TO BE CONSIDERED.

IMPORTANT: To be considered for this position, you MUST include the following, failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified:

1. Completed online application
2. Current Resume.
3. Letter of Interest addressing your qualifications for the position. Please indicate why this position is a good fit for your skills and interests.
4. Three (3) to five (5) professional references to include a current or recent supervisor with email addresses and phone numbers.

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 covered under the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) depending upon salary level.

Benefits

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 vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual 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.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Parental Leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026