Court Operations Pro: Judicial Assistant & Clerk

State of Oregon; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 53,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium health insurance (95–99%)

Paid holidays and personal days

Bilingual skills allowance

Salary step progression up to third

Job summary

The Oregon Judicial Department (OJD) invites applications for a Court Operations Specialist (Judicial Assistant/Clerk) in Jefferson County, Madras, Oregon. You will provide administrative support to judges, answer calls, maintain calendars, and prepare legal documents, while coordinating with multiple stakeholders.

You will also handle courtroom proceedings, assist with arbitration cases, and support other judicial staff as needed. This is a full-time role with strong growth and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Four years of administrative experience in a moderately complex setting.
• Combination of education and experience may substitute for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to judges and staff.
• Answer and screen calls, manage calendars, and prepare documents.
• Process judgments and orders, and route files and information.
• Interact with judges, attorneys, litigants, and the public.
• Maintain courtroom security, swearing in witnesses, and handling exhibits.
• Assist with arbitration referrals and case management updates.
• Provide backup coverage at related circuit courts as needed.

Skills

Administrative support

Workflow management

Customer service

Policy explanation

Document drafting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

4 years administrative experience

Education/experience equivalent

Job description

The Oregon Judicial Department (OJD) invites applications for a Court Operations Specialist (Judicial Assistant/Clerk) in Jefferson County, Madras, Oregon. You will provide administrative support to judges, answer calls, maintain calendars, and prepare legal documents, while coordinating with multiple stakeholders.

You will also handle courtroom proceedings, assist with arbitration cases, and support other judicial staff as needed. This is a full-time role with strong growth and benefits.