Paralegal

State of Oregon • Salem, OR

1d • $5,254 - $8,152 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Appellate Court Services Division (ACSD) is part of the Office of the State Court Administrator (OSCA) at OJD. ACSD operates the public clerk’s office and provides administrative support for the Oregon Supreme Court and Court of Appeals. ACSD also provides support and services to OJD, executive branch agencies, and 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

• At least two (2) years of post-secondary education in criminal justice, judicial or public education, or a related field OR a paralegal certificate from an American Bar Association approved paralegal program.
• At least three (3) years’ experience as a paralegal or progressively responsible clerical experience including tasks such as processing and preparing legal documents, legal case preparation, and legal research.
• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to five (5) years of experience that typically supports the knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
• Experience performing a variety of clerical or administrative support tasks with strict, and often competing, deadlines in a fast-paced business or professional setting.
• Experience providing customer service to a variety of individuals in challenging circumstances.
• Experience reviewing legal documents for accuracy and content.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, legal research methods, legal concepts, and state and federal law.
• Experience working for a court or in another legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and process complex filings for the Court of Appeals.
• Create and post new cases.
• Review filings for timeliness.
• Confirm that the court has legal jurisdiction.
• Review the trial court register to verify the appealability of judgments and orders.
• Ensure that case titles are accurate.
• Ensure that parties have been properly served.
• Ensure that any required fees have been paid.
• Write orders and memos for judges and the Appellate Commissioner to review and sign.
• Refer cases to the Appellate Settlement Conference Program.
• Prepare and issue orders on motions to consolidate.
• Prepare fee‑waiver deferrals and denial orders for the Appellate Commissioner.
• Post and issue orders.
• Route motions and responses to the Appellate Commissioner’s office.
• Answer detailed questions about appellate procedures and processing payments for various fees.
• Provide information about filings and case titles to judicial assistants, appellate court staff, and the Appellate Commissioner’s office.
• Analyze and process complex motions and briefs.
• Issue the court’s opinions.
• Review and prepare cases for issuance of appellate judgments.
• Sign for deliveries.
• Help with court calendaring.
• Identify past‑due filings.
• Process orders for failure to comply with court rules.

Benefits

• 95% to 99% of medical insurance premiums paid for full-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.
• Flexible spending plans.
• 5% allowance for bilingual skills (includes ASL) if you can pass a skills test and are assigned to use those skills on the job.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree