Court Operations Associate (Court Clerk)

Initial Posting Date:

06/10/2026

Application Deadline:

07/06/2026

Agency:

Judicial Department

Salary Range:

$4,539 - $7,042

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Court Operations Associate (Court Clerk)

Job Description:

Interviews: Generally, will be scheduled within two weeks after the application deadline. May take longer, depending on the number of applications.

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 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.

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 $26.19 - $40.63. [OR The annual salary for this position is $54,464 - $84,501.]
• 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

Gold Beach, Oregon is the county seat in Curry County and located on scenic Highway 101, tucked in between the Pacific Ocean, the Rogue River, and the Siskiyou Mountains. Incorporated in 1853 as Ellensburg, then renamed Gold Beach in 1890 due to the amount of gold found near the mouth of the Rogue River, the city is the perfect blend of solitude and adventure. 34 miles from the Oregon-California border, Gold Beach is full of adventure from the windswept ocean, wild and racing Rogue River, to the temperate rain forest inland. To the south of Gold Beach is Brookings, Curry Counties largest city.

Position Highlights

The Curry County Circuit Court is hiring a Court Operations Associate (Court Clerk).

In this role…

Much of your day is spent providing moderate to complex clerical support to judges, court administration or in a courtroom processing legal documents or records, (both hard copy and electronic documents). You will create case documents and review documents filed with the court for accuracy and completeness. You will determine what actions, if any, are the next steps on certain case types. You enter information into a computer in real-time using a variety of software and equipment. You may process cash and other monetary transactions by crediting people's accounts, generating receipts for payments made, and handling financial information. The courtroom work is fast-paced and involves frequent distraction or interruption, while you use a computer, audio recording software, virtual meeting software, and other courtroom equipment.

You will have frequent interaction with judges, attorneys, parties to cases, and to many people who are facing very challenging life circumstances or stressful situations while providing customer service in person at a public service counter, or over the phone. You will use established policies and procedures to perform your work, while also ensuring statutory requirements - including strict timelines - are met. Most importantly, you will be part of our justice system that provides access to justice services to our community and ensures peoples' cases are heard impartially and in a timely manner.

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

Cover Letter (REQUIRED)

• 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."

Work History/Resume (REQUIRED)

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

(These must be evident in your resume or work history.)

The qualified candidate must have 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.

AND

Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.

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 using a computer to perform a variety of clerical or administrative tasks.
• Experience managing workload and meeting deadlines despite frequent interruption or distraction.
• Experience handling cash and other monetary transactions, being accountable for a cash drawer and for daily receipts and deposits.
• Ability to enter data in real-time into a computer while people are talking, while there is noise and interruption.

Working Conditions

• This is a full-time position and the work schedule currently is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. It 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 interaction with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Frequent phone and in-person interaction with people who may be facing challenging life circumstances or highly stressful situations.
• Frequent long periods of sitting in the courtroom.
• Regular use of the following equipment: telephone, OJD-assigned computer with multiple monitors, copy machine, fax machine, and scanner.
• Frequent lifting, bending, twisting, kneeling, and standing may be required.
• Lifting up to 40 pounds of office material or equipment may be required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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.

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.

Age-Based Discrimination

OJD does not request or require your age, date of birth, or attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Veterans' or Oregon National Guard Preference

Eligible veterans and current or former servicemembers with the Oregon National Guard who meet the qualifications will be given preference in the recruitment process. To receive preference, veterans and current or former servicemembers with the Oregon National Guard must attach the appropriate documentation after they receive an email in their Workday inbox requesting the information to verify eligibility. The action item, asking for documentation, will arrive after they have submitted their initial application materials. Visit the Oregon job opportunities Veterans, Disabled Veterans & State Servicemembers web page for additional details, information, and resources.

Conduct Expectations

Because of OJD's 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 Oregon's pay equity law. Salary offers are made with consideration of the candidate's education and experience. 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 503-986-5930, 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 503-986-5930 or email ojd.hrsd@ojd.state.or.us.

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 skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.