Court Operations Associate (Court Recorder)

State of Oregon; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 51,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays and leave

Bilingual skills allowance

Competitive salary steps

Job summary

The Deschutes County Circuit Court in Bend, Oregon, is hiring a Court Recorder (Court Operations Associate).

In this role you will spend most of your time in a courtroom, recording court proceedings, monitoring the recording system, and creating detailed log notes. You will coordinate with staff and support operations for a smooth court process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of responsible experience in a moderately complex office setting involving processing of financial, administrative, or legal documents.
• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to three years of experience that typically supports the knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

Responsibilities

• Record court proceedings and monitor the recording system.
• Set up video and telephone conferencing and manage playback equipment.
• Prepare orders, judgments, documents, and forms; process and return exhibits.
• Coordinate with county offices, state agencies, and the Oregon State Hospital.
• Assist with training and provide backup coverage for the Judicial Assistant.

Skills

Clerical tasks

Calendar management

Payment verification

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Title

Court Operations Associate (Court Recorder)

Initial Posting Date

09/15/2026

Application Deadline

09/28/2026

Agency

Judicial Department

Salary Range

$4,539 - $7,042

Position Type

Employee

Job Description

Interviews: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, it may take several weeks after the application deadline for us to schedule interviews.

Who We Are Oregon Judicial Department (OJD) serves the public, and the people we serve may be facing challenging life circumstances, high levels of stress, or confusion about their next steps. The work you will do in this role affects members of our community who come to the court to have their cases resolved. We need people who want to impact their communities, value OJD’s efforts to remove barriers to access justice services, and welcome interacting with the public.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We consider relevant work experience, education, and any transferable skills and abilities that may meet our qualifications or the skills and attributes we need for this position. We welcome all candidates who are inspired by our work and mission.

Benefits To You

• We pay 95% to 99% of medical insurance premiums for full-time employees, including mental health coverage.
• 10 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, 3 personal business days, separate sick and vacation paid leaves (prorated for part-time employees), and other employee benefits such as optional insurances and flexible spending plans.
• OJD will pay you a 5% allowance for bilingual skills (includes ASL) if you can pass a skills test and are assigned to use those skills on the job.
• In this job profile, we offer candidates new to OJD up to the third step of the salary range, depending on experience. You are potentially eligible for a 5% annual increase.

Position Highlights

The Deschutes County Circuit Court in Bend, Oregon, is hiring a Court Recorder (Court Operations Associate).

In this role, you will spend most of your time in a courtroom. You will record court proceedings, monitor the recording system while it is in use, and create detailed log notes. You will set up video and telephone conferencing, play DVDs and VHS tapes, and monitor attorneys’ use of PowerPoint presentations. You will also troubleshoot technical issues with recording equipment, multimedia systems, wireless hookups, and assisted listening devices.

Additionally, you will swear in witnesses and jurors, prepare jury seating charts, take juror attendance, and provide safety instructions in the event of an emergency. You will screen phone calls, schedule court dates, and verify that fees have been paid. You will perform real-time data entry, look up information related to cases, and prepare a variety of orders, judgments, documents, and forms. You will process and return exhibits. You will also coordinate with staff at county offices, state agencies, and the Oregon State Hospital.

You will spend part of your time helping with training, providing backup coverage for the Judicial Assistant, preparing courtrooms and jury rooms, and ordering and maintaining office supplies and equipment.

Assigned tasks may be changed to accommodate workload and organizational needs.

Minimum Qualifications

The qualified candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

AND

At least three (3) or more years of responsible experience in a moderately complex office or business setting involving the processing of financial, administrative, or legal documents.

OR

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to three (3) years of experience that typically supports the knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

Special Qualifications

None.

Requested Skills And Attributes

• Experience performing a variety of clerical or administrative support tasks with strict deadlines in a busy business or professional setting.
• Experience using a variety of software programs to access and input information and complete various tasks, including maintaining calendars and verifying payment information.
• Experience multitasking by listening and typing at the same time and logging events in real time.
• Experience providing customer service to a variety of individuals in challenging circumstances.
• Experience reviewing documents for accuracy and completeness.

Working Conditions

• This is a full‑time position, and the work schedule currently is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for hours worked in excess of 40 per workweek.
• Occasional after‑hours or overtime work may be required.
• Work is performed in a high‑stress environment and requires accuracy and attention to detail.
• This position multitasks while focusing on other matters in the courtroom.
• Frequent phone and in‑person contact with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Frequent phone and in‑person contact with people who may be facing challenging life circumstances, highly stressful situations, or trauma, including people who are angry, hostile, or frustrated.
• Frequent contact with in‑custody defendants.
• Extended periods of sitting or standing while working at a computer.
• Regular use of the following equipment: multimedia and electronic recording equipment, telephone, OJD‑assigned computer with multiple monitors, copy machine, fax machine, and scanner.

Additional Information

Criminal Background Check

You will be subject to a criminal background check if you are a finalist. Adverse results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis and may result in disqualification if the circumstances are directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Reference Checks

By submitting your application to OJD, you consent to reference checks about your qualifications, your workplace performance, and your work product.

United States Employment Eligibility

OJD does not offer visa sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s I‑9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. OJD will use E‑Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

Veterans’ or Oregon National Guard Preference

Eligible veterans and current or former servicemembers with the Oregon National Guard who meet the qualifications will be given preference in the recruitment process. To receive preference, veterans and current or former servicemembers with the Oregon National Guard must attach the appropriate documentation after they receive an email in their Workday inbox requesting the information to verify eligibility. The action item, asking for documentation, will arrive after they have submitted their initial application materials. Visit the Oregon job opportunities Veterans, Disabled Veterans & State Servicemembers web page for additional details, information, and resources.

Conduct Expectations

Because of OJD's role in providing justice and upholding the rule of law, employees of the department are required to meet the highest standards of professional conduct and ethics while on the job, and to maintain those same high standards when taking actions in their personal lives that could reflect on the department. As an employee, you will be expected to preserve the confidentiality of information received in the course of OJD employment.

Pay Equity

As an employer, OJD complies with Oregon’s pay equity law. In this job profile, we offer candidates new to OJD up to the third step of the salary range, depending on experience. For more information on pay equity,

Age-Based Discrimination

OJD does not request or require your age, date of birth, or attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Future Vacancies

This job announcement may be used to fill future vacancies in this class of work.

Questions and Support

• If you require an alternate format to complete the application process, call 503-986-5930, or TTY: Oregon Relay Service 711 for the hearing impaired. Be prepared to describe the alternate format needed.
• For questions about a specific OJD job posting, call 503-986-5930 or email [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity

The Oregon Judicial Department embraces equal opportunity and affirmative action. We are committed to building a diverse team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.