Office Specialist - Trial Division; Salem

Overview

Position Title:

Office Specialist 1 - Trial Division (Salem)

Initial Posting Date: 06/23/2026

Final date to receive applications: 07/07/2026

Agency:
Department of Justice

Salary Range: $3,515 - $4,312

Position Type:
Employee

Job Description:

The Oregon Department of Justice, Trial Division, is seeking to hire an Office Specialist 1 for the Salem 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. This position offers day-to-day variety, a strong public service mission, and a focus on work-life balance.

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

• Processing incoming and outgoing mail (physical and electronic), including reviewing documents for typographical errors, accuracy, and completeness.
• Preparing binders for attorneys to take to trial, including printing requested documents, ensuring correct order, and providing labeled tabs if requested.
• Preparing files for archive, including entering data into the case management system, maintaining file records, and transporting files.
• Making scheduled and unscheduled messenger runs in and out of the agency.
• Opening and closing files using division guidelines.
• Entering data into computerized case management systems and filing documents.
• Collecting data for case management docket control and distributing numerous dockets.

• 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.

• 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 serving Oregon's public and government agencies.
• Permanent, full-time employment in Salem, Oregon.
• Vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays a year, and special days off.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Pension and retirement programs.
• Support from peers and management, and representation by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
• Opportunity to expand your professional skills.

The Department of Justice is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, or disability. For more information about benefits and the application process, see the following:

• Click Apply and complete the online application and all supplemental questions.
• Attach your resume and a cover letter identifying your attributes that meet the desired and requested skills.

ALL APPLICANTS:
You will upload the required resume and cover letter in the application system. If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or have questions about the application process, contact doj.recruitmentgon.gov. If materials are emailed, they will be associated with your application if received before the posting deadline.

CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES:
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For additional information regarding working for the Department of Justice, employment details, and application assistance, visit the DOJ website or contact the recruitment team.

Oregon Department of Justice
1162 Court St NE
Salem OR, 97301
doj.recruitmentgon.gov
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