Oregon state government

Hearings Referee

Oregon City | Judicial | Clackamas County Circuit Court · Part-time

Work authorization required$15k-$908kDetected 8 days ago

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About the role

Continuation beyond that date is subject to available funding.
If you are a current OJD regular status employee, acceptance of a limited-duration status position does not change your status to limited duration (although probationary status may still apply).
See JDPR 6 for more information or contact your HR Manager.

Responsibilities

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

Requirements

(These must be evident in your resume or work history.)
The qualified candidate must have a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
Five (5) years of experience as a trial attorney in criminal, civil, or family litigation
(These must be verifiable.)
(These must be addressed in your cover letter.
Knowledge of Statutes: Knowledge of statutes, case law, and procedures applicable to the types of matters commonly assigned to a hearings referee (e.g. family law, juvenile matters, and civil commitment)

Skills

Working Conditions
Occasional after-hours work may be required.
Frequent virtual, phone, and in-person contact with people from diverse backgrounds.
Frequent virtual, 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.
Criminal Background Check
Reference Checks
United States Employment Eligibility
OJD does not offer visa sponsorships.
Future Vacancies
This job announcement may be used to fill future vacancies in this class of work.
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Compensation

$9,908 - $15,371
The adjusted salary range is approximately $3,963.20-$6,148.40 per month.
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 $57.16 - $88.68. [OR The annual salary for this position is $118,892 - $184,451.]
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!
Salary offers are made with consideration of the candidate's education and experience.

Benefits

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.
Salary offers are made with consideration of the candidate's education and experience.
In the introductory section of your cover letter, please explain why you want this position and specifically how your education and professional experience make you the best candidate for this position.

Company info

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 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.
Benefits to you
The hourly equivalent for this position is $57.16 - $88.68. [OR The annual salary for this position is $118,892 - $184,451.]
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!
Location Highlights
Oregon City, Oregon rests on the Willamette River southeast of Portland.
It is part of the Portland Metropolitan Area (along with Beaverton, Gresham, Hillsboro, and Vancouver, WA).
Oregon City was the first capital of Oregon prior to the creation of the Oregon Territory in 1848.
Before settling on Salem in 1864, the capital was moved several times to several different cities.
It is also the end point of the Oregon Trail.
Oregon City has the only "vertical street" in the nation, Elevator Street.
Activities include museums, historic buildings, and over 22 city parks, including Clackamette Park at the confluence of the Willamette and Clackamas rivers.
Oregon City is also home to Willamette Falls, the largest waterfall by volume in the Pacific Northwest.
Position Highlights
The Clackamas County Circuit Court is hiring a Part-Time Hearings Referee.
In this role…
You will preside over a wide variety of legal matters that may include family law hearings, juvenile proceedings, civil commitment hearings, and other cases as assigned.
You will conduct hearings or trials on assigned cases; investigate the facts of the case by hearing testimony and examining evidence; instruct parties on legal rights and procedures as required by law; make findings of fact and apply applicable law to those facts and issue judicial orders and judgments.
You will frequently work with both represented and self‑represented litigants, ensuring that all proceedings are conducted clearly, fairly, and in accordance with the law.
Assigned tasks may be changed to accommodate workload and organizational needs.

Visa & Work Authorization

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