Deputy I - Senior Deputy I - Prosecuting Attorney

Whatcom County's Prosecuting Attorney's Office is currently recruiting for a Deputy I - Senior Deputy I DOQ to fill a key role in the department.  

At the Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, we have a clear vision: to enhance the quality of life for all citizens in Whatcom County and to be leaders of fair prosecution and progressive prevention initiatives. We pride ourselves on relentlessly pursuing delivery of outstanding results in everything we do, and we know our organization runs on the hard work and dedication of our passionate and innovative team. At the Prosecutor’s Office, we welcome, embrace, and respect diversity of people, identities, and cultures. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a reflex – not an initiative. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. 

Whatcom County Deputy Prosecutors represent the interests of the State of Washington in legal actions commencing with the pre-filing, investigative stage and continuing through the post-filing litigation process.  Case assignment may include difficult criminal prosecutions of adults for felony offenses, including: sexual assault, domestic violence, and major crimes. 

Supervisor: Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney

• Deputy I - PA
• Deputy II - PA
• Senior Deputy I - PA

2024 Salary Ranges: 

• Deputy I - Range 9
• Deputy II - Range 11
• Senior Deputy I - Range 13

• Deputy I:
  
  • Must be a member in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association. Trial experience in criminal law desirable, but not necessary.
    
• Deputy II:
  • Must be a member in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association.
  • Requires two years service as a Whatcom County Deputy I in the Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office OR three years as a successful practicing attorney with an equivalent trial background that provides the required skills, knowledge, and capabilities.
• Senior Deputy I:
  • Must be a member in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association.
  • Requires two years' service as a Deputy II in the Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney's Office, or five years as a successful practicing attorney with an equivalent trial background that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

• Background Check must meet Elected Prosecutor's criteria.

At its sole discretion, Whatcom County may consider combinations of education, experience, certifications, and training in lieu of specifically required qualifications contained herein.