Litigation Support Specialist; Office Specialist - Child Advocacy and Protection Division

The Oregon Department of Justice, Child Advocacy and Protection Division (CAPD), seeks a Litigation Support Specialist to support Section Assistant Attorneys General in Eastern Oregon with daily litigation and legal services for the Oregon Department of Human Services Child Welfare.

• Process shared email folders containing discovery, court reports, and hearing information into electronic case management systems.
• Review docket reports and calendars related to hearings.
• Open, close, and maintain physical and electronic filing systems.
• Contact clients, agency staff, other agencies, and members of the public (in person, by writing, or by phone) to obtain necessary case information.
• Read, sort, and distribute incoming mail.
• Create, format, and proofread documents.
• Respond to requests for general information and provide explanations to visitors and clients.
• Maintain state vehicles and related documentation.
• Order, distribute, and maintain inventory of office supplies.

• One year of general clerical experience that includes keyboarding, word processing, or other document‑generation tasks; or an equivalent combination of experience and college coursework in a general office occupation.
• Work experience evaluated on a 40‑hour work‑week basis.
• Currently commissioned as a Notary Public in Oregon or able to become commissioned within six months of appointment.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain a professional and friendly composure in an environment with frequent interruptions.
• Experience organizing and prioritizing work duties.
• Experience performing data entry assignments efficiently and accurately.
• Proficiency in computers, including Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn and effectively utilize specialized software applications.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with strict deadlines.
• Experience maintaining confidentiality with sensitive case information.
• Ability to work with graphic and potentially upsetting material.
• Strong eye for detail and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

• Knowledge and experience working with the Oregon Judicial Case Information Network (OJCIN) and the Oregon eCourt Case Information Network (OECI).
• Experience working with and supporting attorneys and other legal professionals in public service.
• Recent college graduate with critical‑thinking experience.

• Permanent, full‑time employment in Pendleton or Bend.
• Hybrid work schedule possible after onboarding; up to one remote day.
• Vacation, sick leave, eleven paid holidays a year, and special days off.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Pension and retirement programs.
• Peer and management support; union representation by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
• Opportunity for professional skill expansion and exposure to operational areas within CAPD for future advancement.

The Department of Justice is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, or disability, and are committed to workplace diversity.