Job Description
AGO Senior Digital Forensic Investigator/Analyst, Ethics Division, Tumwater
- Salary$6,735.00
- $9,065.00 Monthly Location Thurston County
- Tumwater, WA Job TypeFull Time
- Permanent Remote EmploymentFlexible/HybridJob Number2026-00762DepartmentAttorney General's OfficeDivisionEthicsOpening Date01/27/2026Closing Date2/12/2026 12:00 AM PacificDescriptionPersons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at [email protected]. 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.Position and SalaryThe Attorney General's Office is recruiting for a permanent full time AGO Senior Digital Forensic Investigator/Analyst in the Ethics Division. This position is located in Tumwater, Washington, and is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).AGO Senior Investigator/Analyst Salary Range 66: $80,820
- $108,780 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 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.
Excellent benefits
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:
Flexible schedules and part-time/hybrid telework options;
A Wellness Program, an Infants in the Workplace Program, and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides counseling, webinar, and other cost-free support resources;
Numerous employee-driven affinity groups to foster community and connection, including Bereavement, Elder Care, Parenting, POC, LGBTQ+, Veterans and more. The AGO is a place to belong and make a difference!
About the AGO Ethics Division
The AGO Ethics Division is a small but mighty team of four tasked with investigating and enforcing the Ethics in Public Service Act and the rules adopted under it for statewide elected officials, and other officers and employees in the executive branch, boards and commissions, and institutions of higher education.
We're not talking about morals and values here. This unique AGO division keeps those under their jurisdiction in the state honest through investigating activities in violation of the Act, primarily:
Use of state resources
Property & Equipment
State PCs & other digital devices
Gifts
Conflicts of interest
Special Privilege
While the Board is an independent entity appointed by the governor, the AGO funds and supports the staff. As an AGO Ethics Division employee, you will be part of the Ethics Board Staff. Duties and Essential Functions of an AGO Senior Digital Forensic Investigator/Analyst
The Senior Digital Forensic Investigator position focuses on two main areas: full investigation life cycle management and Ethics in Public Service Act training.
Investigation Life Cycle Management
This role is unique in that rather than handing off tasks to specialists throughout the process like a typical investigator would, this position manages the full life cycle of the investigation, handling all details from end-to-end. Essential functions include:
Evidence gathering
Conducting forensic research and analysis
Interviewing high profile subjects
Documenting & presenting findings to the governor-appointed Executive Ethics Board
Participating in settlement negations
Assisting legal counsel in preparation for hearings
Testifying as the subject matter expert in hearings
Ethics in Public Service Act Training
As experts in the Ethics in Public Service Act, the Senior Digital Forensic Investigator, together with the Ethics Division team, will develop and conduct training with Executive Branch state employees across the state. Essential functions include:
- Development of training curriculaConducting engaging and effective training presentations to large audiences, both in person and virtuallyThis recruitment announcement may be used to fill multiple open positions for the same classification, in addition to the position(s) listed in this announcement.QualificationsBachelor's degree and ten (10) years of experience conducting investigations, which include the authority to independently plan and conduct investigations in civil or criminal cases. ORFive (5) years' experience as an AGO Investigator/Analyst.Additional qualifying investigative experience may substitute year for year for education.Skills and AbilitiesThe most competitive applicants will possess the following qualifications:Experience and proficiency in Digital Forensics performing hands-on forensic analysis of digital devices (PCs, networks, internal & external hard drives, cell phones, email, text messaging, etc.)Knowledge of Magnet Forensics or similar capturing software toolStrong interpersonal skills: working successfully with all levels of staff, , troubleshooting, and problem solving skillsEmotional intelligence: reading body language, knowing when to apply pressure and when to ease off, managing emotions in difficult situations, self-awareness of personal strengths and limitationsExcellent written & oral communication skills: summarizing complex ideas into easily understandable points (writing), presenting concise information succinctly and with authority (oral)De-escalations and trauma informed strategy skillsIdeal Candidate Profile The ideal candidates will be empathetic, poised, and professional. They will have worked as a forensic investigator and learned the skills necessary to conduct an end-to-end investigation with confidence. They will be comfortable with high profile cases, presenting findings to Executive Board members, and functioning as a subject matter expert at hearings, while also being nimble enough to conduct training, and file a persuasive written report.Typical successful backgrounds for this position include:Forensic detectivesLaw enforcement investigatorsPrivate investigatorsInvestigative experience that involves roles that do not go to trial and experience with proceedings that are administrative or that go before the Executive Ethics board. Military (Army/CID, USAF/OSI, Navy/NCIS, etc.)Federal detectivesInternal investigators About the Washington State Office of the Attorney GeneralThe 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:Economic justice and consumer protections (safeguarding consumers, protecting youth, seniors, and other vulnerable populations)Social justice and civil rights (addressing discrimination, environmental protection, and veteran and military resources)Criminal justice and public safety (investigative and prosecutorial support, financial crimes)And much more!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. Commitment to Diversity 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
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