Court Administrator

Job Description:

Court Administrator

Description

Summary

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:
Justice Court is a state court administered by the County, under the direction of an elected Justice of the Peace. The court’s office is located in Redmond and court sessions are held in Redmond, Sisters and La Pine. Justice Court handles traffic and ordinance violations, small claims and certain civil matters.

ABOUT THE COUNTY:

We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.

Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.
We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.

ABOUT THE JOB:

As Court Administrator, you will have the opportunity to work Monday through Friday in a great office environment providing leadership, supervision, mentoring and training for court staff. You will work in collaboration with other agencies to efficiently resolve work processes and stay up to date on current technology. You will assist in providing a safe, fair and impartial work environment while enhancing access to services and improving the safety of the community.

This position works under the general direction of the Justice of the Peace, directing, managing, supervising and coordinating the court’s operations, programs, and activities; assigns work priorities, resolves complex technical and customer service issues; assures policies and procedures are compliant with applicable regulatory requirements; oversees operation of Justice Court Violation Bureau, and represents Justice of Peace at hearings/meetings, when necessary, oversees the court budget.
Key Responsibilities:

• Assists in the administration of the Justice Court in accordance with the laws of the State of Oregon; conveys Court policies, procedures, and Judge’s orders; suggests and provides solutions to Court clients within the limits of Court rules, procedures, policies, and the Oregon Revised Statutes; assures confidentiality of Court records and proceedings.
• Using knowledge of Justice Court policies and office practices, supervises clerical and support staff; performs duties within scope of authority, and in compliance with state laws, and County policies and quality standards.
• Monitors court operations, and assures that confidentiality and security protocols are followed, and all reports and paperwork are completed in a timely manner; compiles and reviews data, and generates a variety of operational reports; retrieves and releases court information according to state procedures.

What You Will Bring:
Knowledge of or experience with:

• The judicial system with respect to principles and practices of administration including budgeting, purchasing, and personnel administration.
• Basic laws and regulations governing the release of information from Court records.
• Technology as applied to the judicial system.

Skill in:

• Supervising staff, delegating tasks and authority, and coaching to improve staff performance.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers, attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and other participants in the criminal justice process.
• Effectively handling hostile, angry, and emotional customers.

*This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.

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Compensation

$7,298.09 to $9,780.12 per month for a 172.67-hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This position is available immediately.

Effective Jan. 1, 2026 :
BENEFITS: Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $100 per month for employee only or $121 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE for full benefit details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Business Administration, or a related field;
• AND five (5) years of court related experience, including supervisory;
• OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications :

• Bachelor or Associates degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Five (5) years of court, legal or directly related experience.
• Two (2) years of experience in a supervisory role.

Necessary Special Requirements

Driving is a requirement for this position. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.

Must have dependable transportation and be able and willing to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions.

Certification to function as LEDS (Law Enforcement Data System) representative for the Court. Must complete Oregon State Police LEDS training at the highest level for agency functions, in order to administrate certification for court staff members, within six months from date of hire.

Excellent County benefit package when eligible.
Deschutes Countyoffers eligible employeesa comprehensive healthcare package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents. Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following1month of employment. Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, DeschutesCounty provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.

Employer paid benefit offerings include:

• Life Insurance for employee and dependents
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Program through Oregon PERS
• Time Management Leave

Employee paid voluntary benefit offerings include:

• 125 Flexible Spending Program
• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance

To learn more about Deschutes County's generous benefit offerings, please visit www.deschutes.org/hr and click on Employee Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 12/28/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$7,298.09 - $9,780.12 Monthly