Judicial Clerk for the Honorable Ulanda Watkins

State of Oregon • Oregon City, OR

21h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a limited duration Judicial Clerk position, typically a one-to-two-year term but could be extended. The 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 affects members of our community who come to the court to have their cases resolved. We need people who want to impact their communities, value OJD’s efforts to remove barriers to access justice services, and welcome interacting with the public. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We consider relevant work experience, education, and any transferable skills and abilities that may meet our qualifications or the skills and attributes we need for this position. We welcome all candidates who are inspired by our work and mission.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in a Juris Doctor degree program at an accredited law school OR be in possession of a Juris Doctor degree.
• Exemplary writing, analysis, and research on legal matters, questions, facts, etc.
• Skill in reporting on a variety of legal topics and considerations.
• Skill managing time and remaining organized despite changing workloads.
• Experience exercising a high level of ethical standards and acting with discretion.
• Experience and skill in working with underrepresented populations.
• Must complete a cover letter that demonstrates how you meet the Minimum Qualifications, Special Qualifications, and Requested Skills and Attributes.
• Must complete 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.
• Must attach your cover letter (not to exceed two pages) in the Resume / CV / Cover Letter section of the application. The attached cover letter file should include your name.
• In the body of your cover letter, please include responses to each of the Requested Skills and Attributes listed below.
• Address the cover letter “To the Hiring Manager.”
• Attach your updated resume in the Resume / CV / Cover Letter section of the application. The attached resume file 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 5% allowance for bilingual skills (includes ASL) if you can pass a skills test and are assigned to use those skills on the job!

Responsibilities

• Process and ensure accuracy of documents or records (both hard copy and electronic documents).
• Provide support in the courtroom during criminal, civil, or family law matters.
• Process court documents in accordance with legal requirements and court procedure.
• Maintain the judge’s library.
• Determine, if necessary, next steps on certain case types.
• Manage juries.
• Serve as liaison between jurors, court and counsel for exhibits, forms, instructions, and questions.
• Assist litigants and attorneys in using the court system and inform them of court procedures, the status of cases, and the court calendar.
• Assigned tasks may be changed to accommodate workload and organizational needs.

Benefits

• 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.
• 10 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, 3 personal business days, separate sick and vacation paid leaves (prorated for part-time employees).
• Optional insurances and flexible spending plans.
• Eligible for overtime compensation for hours worked in excess of 40 per work week.
• Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level