Washington Association of County Officials aims to offer online, in-depth resources and training on key topics instrumental to your role as an newly elected county official. These topics can be explored any time by navigating the tabs below. Training is regularly updated, so check back often!
- Core Legal Guidelines for All County Officials
- Understanding Roles and Responsibilities of County Leaders and How They Relate to You
- Your Relationship with the State
- WACO Services Available to You
- Affiliate-Specific Orientation Materials
- Other Organizations with Resources to Support You in Your New Role
Basic Duties, Liability and Immunity
- Knowing the Territory: Basic Legal Guidelines for Washington City, County and Special District Officials
- Employment Liability and Risk Management (PDF)
Ethics in Public Service
Open Government, Public Records and Transparency
- Public Records Act Updates
- Public Records Act for Washington Cities, Counties and Special Purpose Districts (PDF)
Open Public Meetings
Your County Prosecutor and You
County Commissioners
Your Fellow WACO Members: County Assessors, Auditors, Clerks, Coroners/Medical Examiners, Prosecutors, Sheriffs and Treasurers
Difference Between Charter and Statue Counties
Legislative
Education
Communications
Assessors
Auditors
Clerks
Coroners/Medical Examiners
Prosecutors
Sheriffs
- Sheriffs: Duties and Powers of the County Sheriff (PDF)
- Sheriffs: Police Officer Certification and Revocation Presentation (PDF)