Probate Examiner Underfill: Impactful Court Support Lead

State of Oregon; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance premium coverage (95

Medication and mental health coverage

Bilingual skills allowance (5%)

Paid holidays and leave

Job summary

Oregon Judicial Department seeks a Probate Commissioner to handle probate and protective matters for the district, prepare orders, and coordinate counsel and hearings. The role includes front‑line customer service, handling filings, and supporting Aid and Assist matters.

A bachelor’s degree and paralegal or related experience are preferred, with emphasis on accuracy and confidentiality. The position offers a developmental underfill path, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience performing clerical or administrative tasks with strict deadlines.
• Experience using a computer and various software to look up accounts or cases, schedule events, track deadlines, update information.
• Experience providing customer service to diverse individuals in challenging circumstances.
• Experience explaining processes, procedures, policies, or decisions on behalf of an employer.
• Skill in writing and reviewing documents for accuracy and completeness; safeguarding confidential information.
• Experience monitoring and analyzing reports and cases and developing policies within guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage probate and protective proceeding matters for the district.
• Prepare and sign orders for appointing visitor; track filings and annual accounts.
• Assist parties at the customer service counter via in-person, phone, or email; backup for Aid and Assist matters.
• Coordinate court appointed counsel and civil commitment hearings.
• Operate courtroom equipment and monitor For-The-Record systems.

Skills

Clerical support

Data entry

Customer service

Process explanation

Document writing

Confidential information handling

Policy development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, court administration, public administration, or related field

Job description

Oregon Judicial Department seeks a Probate Commissioner to handle probate and protective matters for the district, prepare orders, and coordinate counsel and hearings. The role includes front‑line customer service, handling filings, and supporting Aid and Assist matters.

A bachelor’s degree and paralegal or related experience are preferred, with emphasis on accuracy and confidentiality. The position offers a developmental underfill path, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits.