Courtroom Clerk (Judicial Assistant)

Courtroom Clerk (Judicial Assistant)

The Lane County Circuit Court in Eugene, Oregon, is hiring a Judicial Assistant (Courtroom Clerk). In this role, you will provide complex support to judges in the courtroom and during remote court proceedings. You will operate the recording equipment, keep accurate log notes, call court into session, swear in witnesses, process exhibits, perform real-time data entry, and complete documents and forms. You will also perform jury management by coordinating juror seating, monitoring jurors movement between the courtroom and the jury deliberation room, and providing directions, information, and other assistance as needed.

Additionally, you will prepare legal correspondence and distribute sentencing judgments and orders. You will interact with judges, court managers and staff, attorneys, and litigants to coordinate court-related activities. Part of your time will be spent providing training and assistance to new judicial clerks as needed, including working with the Judicial Support Supervisor to ensure courtroom procedures are updated and followed in the courtroom. Assigned tasks may be changed to accommodate workload and organizational needs.

Your cover letter and work history / resume should demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications, the special qualifications, and the requested skills and attributes, which are listed below.

Cover Letter (REQUIRED)

• Attach your cover letter (not to exceed two pages) in the Resume / CV / Cover Letter section of the application. Your cover letter and filename should include your name.
• In the body of your cover letter, please include responses to all Requested Skills and Attributes listed below.
• Address the cover letter "To the Hiring Manager."
• Do not use a generic cover letter; please personalize your cover letter for this position. We read every letter.
• Prepare your cover letter before starting your Workday application.

Work History / Resume (REQUIRED)

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

The qualified candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent. AND at least three (3) years of responsible experience in a moderately complex office or business setting involving the processing of financial, administrative, or legal documents. 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

None.

Requested Skills and Attributes