Office Specialist - Trial Division

Initial Posting Date: 09/03/2026 Final date to receive applications: 09/17/2026 Agency:
Department of Justice Salary Range: $3,515 - $4,312 Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:

Office Specialist 1 - Trial Division (Multiple Vacancies)

The Oregon Department of Justice, Trial Division is seeking to hire two Office Specialists (Office Specialist
1) for the Portland Legal Office. The Trial Division defends the State of Oregon and all its agencies, departments, boards, commissions, and district attorney's offices before the state and federal trial courts in Oregon. If you are looking for a challenging opportunity with day-to-day variety, this may be the position for you. We offer generous benefits for you and your family, a great work-life balance, and a strong public service mission you can get behind.

Due to the nature of this position, the required work hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with an hour scheduled for lunch. The position is full-time in office.

• Responsible for processing incoming and outgoing mail (physical and electronic), including reviewing documents for typographical errors, accuracy, and completeness.
• Prepares binders for attorneys to take to trial including printing the requested documents, ensuring all documents are in correct order and labeled tabs are provided if requested.
• Prepare files for archive, including, but not limited to entering data into case management system, maintaining record of files, and transportation of files.
• Make scheduled and unscheduled messenger runs in and out of the agency.
• Open and close files using division guidelines.
• Enter data into computerized case management systems and file documents.
• Collect data for case management docket control and distribute numerous dockets.

• Research suggests that women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they are confident they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. We strongly encourage all interested individuals to apply, and allow us to evaluate the knowledge, skills and abilities that you demonstrate, using an intentional equity lens.
• One year of general clerical experience that includes keyboarding, word processing, or other experience generating documents.
• OR An equivalent combination of experience and college coursework or training in a general office occupation.
• AND Must have and maintain a valid Oregon Driver’s License.

• Experience performing alpha-numeric filing of physical legal documents.
• Experience with electronic document management software and databases.
• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills.
• Excellent multi-tasking skills.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
• Must have excellent attention to detail.

• Job satisfaction as part of a team whose mission is to serve Oregon's public and government agencies.
• Permanent, full-time employment.
• Vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays a year, and special days off.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Pension and retirement programs.
• Endless peer and management support, and representation by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
• Opportunity to expand your professional skills.
• For more information about our benefits, you can learn here.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Department of Justice is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability, and is committed to workplace diversity.

Oregon Department of Justice
1162 Court St NE Salem OR, 97301
DOJ.recruitmentgon.gov
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Oregon Department of Justice is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce.

If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background.

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