Court Operations Associate (judicial Assistant For The Honorable Morgan Long)

Court Operations Associate (Judicial Assistant for the Honorable Morgan Long)

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 steps. The work you will do in this role directly affects the people in our community who come to the court to have their cases resolved. We need staff who want to have direct impact in their communities, value OJD's 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.

Benefits to you

• We pay 95% to 99% of medical insurance premiums for full-time employees, including mental health coverage.
• The hourly equivalent for this position is $25.55 - $39.64. The annual salary for this position is $53,136 - $82,440.
• 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

Portland, Oregon was founded in 1845 (incorporated in 1851). It is the state's largest city and the county seat for Multnomah County. It is named for Portland, Maine. It is situated at the confluence of the Willamette and Columbia Rivers. Recreational activities include, numerous museums, parks, hiking, restaurants, Mt Hood, and much more. Portland is home to three major sports teams: Trailblazers (NBA), Timbers (MLS), and Thorns (NWSL).

Position Highlights

The Multnomah County Circuit Court is hiring a Judicial Assistant for the Honorable Morgan Long (Court Operations Associate).

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 court's 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.
• 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

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 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 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.

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