Court Operations Associate (Judicial Assistant for the Honorable Morgan Long)
Court Operations Associate (Judicial Assistant for the Honorable Morgan Long)
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Job Description
Initial Posting Date:
09/26/2025Application Deadline:
10/09/2025Agency:
Judicial DepartmentSalary Range:
$4735 - $7347Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Court Operations Associate (Judicial Assistant for the Honorable Morgan Long)Job Description:
Interviews: Are generally scheduled within two weeks after the application deadline. It may take longer due to other job duties.
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 work you will do in this role directly affects the people in our community who come to the court to have their cases need staff who want to have direct impact in their communities value OJDs efforts to remove barriers to access justice services and enjoy a high level of customer service and interaction with the public.
We are committed to building a diverse inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds to consider relevant work and past lived experience and education plus any transferable skills and abilities that may meet our qualifications or the skills and attributes we need for this position.
Benefits to you
- We pay 95% to 99% of medical insurance premiums for full-time employees OR up to 99% of medical insurance premiums for part-time employees including mental health coverage.
- The hourly equivalent for this position is $25.55 - $39.64. OR the annual salary for this position is $53136 - $82440.
- 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.
Location Highlights
Position Highlights
In this role
Much of your workday will be spent communicating on behalf of the judge with probationers stakeholders parties to cases and their attorneys. You will prepare supporting documents and orders as required as well as a variety of other correspondence and legal documents. You may occasionally be required to review legal quotes and citations. You will enter and retrieve information from the courts case management system and route electronic documents through workflows to the appropriate persons. You will also use electronic calendars and tracking systems to schedule court events for the judge and to monitor case status.
You will use established laws rules guidelines and procedures to perform your work. You will need to meet statutory and other legal deadlines for specific cases. You must be able to recognize and safeguard confidential information because you may be faced with sensitive controversial upsetting or confidential information while performing your duties.
Assigned tasks may be changed to accommodate workload and organizational needs. We welcome all candidates who are inspired by our work and mission.
Application Process
- Workday times out after approximately 15 minutes of inactivity and all progress will be lost.
- REQUIRED: a cover letter that demonstrates how you meet the Minimum Qualifications Special Qualifications and Requested Skills and Attributes listed below. Using a generic cover letter is likely not going to get you an interview so please take the time needed to personalize your cover letter. Prepare your cover letter before starting your Workday application.
- REQUIRED:a completed work history either by completing the Job History (internal candidate) or Work Experience (external candidate) portion of your Workday profile OR by attaching an updated resume.
Instructions for REQUIRED Cover Letter and Work History/Resume
Your cover letter and work history/resume should demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications the Special Qualifications and the Requested Skills and Attributes which are listed below.
Cover Letter (REQUIRED)
- Attach your cover letter (not to exceed two pages) in the Resume / CV / Cover Letter section of the application. Your cover letter and filename should include your name.
- In the body of your cover letter please include responses to all Requested Skills and Attributes listed below.
- Address the cover letter To the Hiring Manager.
- Do not use a generic cover letter; please personalize your cover letter for this position. We read every letter.
- Prepare your cover letter before starting your Workday application.
Work History/Resume (REQUIRED)
- Attach your updated resume in the Resume / CV / Cover Letter section of the application. Your resume and filename should include your name.
OR
- Complete the Job History/Work Experience portion of your Workday profile if you are not using an updated resume.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in rejection of your application. All application materials will be evaluated for consistency of information and your letter will be evaluated for grammar spelling punctuation and language use in addition to demonstrated experience.
Minimum Qualifications
(These must be evident in your resume or work history.)
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
(These must be verifiable.)
None.
Requested Skills and Attributes
(These must be addressed in your cover letter.)
- Experience providing direct support to one or more persons by performing a variety of clerical or administrative tasks that includes managing calendars and schedules using computers to enter and retrieve information managing a workload to ensure accuracy compliance and meeting strict deadlines.
- Skill in writing and reviewing documents for accuracy content grammar and punctuation.
- Experience assisting or interacting with people who are facing challenging life circumstances highly stressful situations or trauma.
- Experience working in a team environment.
Working Conditions
- This is a full-time position and the work schedule 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 work week.
- Occasional after-hours or overtime work may be required.
- 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 or highly stressful situations.
- Regular use of the following equipment: telephone OJD-assigned computer with multiple monitors copy machine fax machine and scanner.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Parking
Multnomah County Circuit Court does not provide parking for the central courthouse or justice center staff. Multnomah does offer a Rideshare Rewards program that will provide $50/month for eligible employees. To be eligible you must spend $50 or more per month on one of the following for working at the courthouse or justice center: TriMet (public transportation) Pay to Park (street or garage) or carpool (share cost of parking). Another option is the Douglas Garage at 1835 S River Dr. Portland OR 97204; parking costs $180/month and is a half mile from the courthouse and justice center.
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 Securitys 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.
Future Vacancies
Apply now if you are interested in this or future vacancies. This job announcement may be used to fill future vacancies in this class of work.
Veterans Preference
Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given preference in the recruitment process. To receive preference veterans must attach the appropriate documentation after they receive an email in their Workday inbox requesting the information to verify action item asking veterans to attach their documentation will arrive after they have submitted their initial application materials. Visit theOregon job opportunities Veteransweb page for additional details information and resources.
Conduct Expectations
Because of OJDs 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 also 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 Oregons pay equity this job profile we offer candidates new to OJD the first two steps of the salary range. For more information on pay equity click here.
Employee Benefits
Click here to access information specific to OJD employee benefits.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
OJD is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. To learn more about this program and how to qualify please click here.
Questions and Support
- If you require an alternate format to complete the application process call or TTY: Oregon Relay Service 711 for the hearing impaired. Be prepared to describe the alternate format needed.
- Workday related information and resources are available here.
- For questions about a specific OJD job posting call or email .
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 more inclusive we are the better our work will be.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
