Court Operations Specialist: Front Desk & Clerk

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance premiums

Paid holidays

Bilingual skills allowance

Salary step progression

Job summary

The Oregon Judicial Department (OJD) is seeking a Court Operations Specialist (Front Desk Receptionist/Clerk) at the Lincoln County Circuit Court in Newport. You will greet the public, answer questions about court procedures, and process payments and documents with accuracy and courtesy.

You will also help with applications, appeals, jury coordination, and civil paperwork. This role requires strong clerical skills, ability to handle sensitive information, and a service‑oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Four years of administrative experience in a moderately complex office setting.
• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to four years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist front desk at the counter and over the phone, answering questions on court procedures and case status.
• Process payments in person and by mail; balance cash drawer daily.
• Set up payment plans and process collection reports; provide backup for other Court Operations Specialists.

Skills

Administrative experience

Customer service

Cash handling

Explain policies

Software proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Oregon Judicial Department (OJD) is seeking a Court Operations Specialist (Front Desk Receptionist/Clerk) at the Lincoln County Circuit Court in Newport. You will greet the public, answer questions about court procedures, and process payments and documents with accuracy and courtesy.

You will also help with applications, appeals, jury coordination, and civil paperwork. This role requires strong clerical skills, ability to handle sensitive information, and a service‑oriented mindset.