09/11/2026
09/24/2026
Judicial Department
$5,792 - $8,986
Employee
Multnomah Legal Resource Center Specialist (Legal Resource Center Facilitator)
Limited Duration: This is a full-time, limited-duration position currently funded through June 30, 2027. Funding renewal is annual and expected to continue unless Legal Resource Center (LRC) programming is discontinued.
If you are a current OJD regular status employee, acceptance of a limited-duration status position does not change your status to limited duration (although probationary status may still apply). See Judicial Department Personnel Rule 6 for more information or contact your assigned HR Manager.
Interviews: Generally, interviews will be scheduled within two weeks after the application deadline. Depending on the number of applications received, this time frame may be extended.
Oregon Judicial Department (OJD) serves the public, and the people we serve may be facing challenging life circumstances, high levels of stress, or confusion about their next steps. The work you will do in this role affects members of our community who come to the court to have their cases resolved. We need people who want to impact their communities, value OJD’s efforts to remove barriers to access justice services, and welcome interacting with the public.
We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We consider relevant work experience, education, and any transferable skills and abilities that may meet our qualifications or the skills and attributes we need for this position. We welcome all candidates who are inspired by our work and mission.
Portland, Oregon, was founded in 1845 (incorporated in 1851). It is the state’s largest city and the county seat for Multnomah County. It is named for Portland, Maine. It is situated at the confluence of the Willamette and Columbia Rivers. Recreational activities include numerous museums (including OMSI), parks (including Forest Park, the largest wilderness park in city limits in the nation), hiking (including in-city hiking trails), restaurants (including Food Carts), Mt. Hood (about 50 miles east), and much more. Portland is home to four major sports teams: Trail Blazers (NBA), Portland Fire (WNBA), Timbers (MLS), and Thorns (NWSL).
The Multnomah County Circuit Court is hiring a Legal Resource Center (LRC) Facilitator (Multnomah Legal Resource Center Specialist).
In this role…
You will assist customers with a variety of case types, including family law, protection orders, probate, landlord tenant law, small claims, and some civil matters. Facilitators must be sufficiently familiar with the different case types to spot issues, provide legal information, and explain court procedures. We frequently interact with staff in other departments to get help with complicated cases, correct court errors, and to confirm court procedures. You will give customers information about, and referrals to, outside services, and therefore must be familiar with legal and other community resources. The LRC also serves as a quasi-law library. You will help customers access and use legal databases, and LRC equipment (computers and printers).
You will meet with customers to assess what they need. Through one-on-one facilitations, you will provide relevant legal information and, if appropriate, referrals to various resources. You will also explain court forms and processes, and answer customer questions. As needed, you will provide additional assistance with forms completion, and review completed forms to check for common errors and/or missing information.
Our customers represent a cross-section of our community, in terms of socio-economic backgrounds, race, ethnicity, culture, and national origin. They have widely varying levels of education, English proficiency, and understanding of our legal system. Some of our customers are experiencing high levels of stress and traumatic life events (including domestic violence and houselessness). They may be frustrated with court outcomes or confused about the next steps in their case. The ideal candidate for this position wants to make a positive impact in our community;, values OJD's mission, and its efforts to increase access to justice services;, and enjoys working with the public. Working in a field that is constantly evolving as laws and procedures change, our facilitators must be adaptable, inquisitive, and willing to learn.
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.
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.
The qualified candidate must have at least two (2) years professional work in social work, social services, court services or a related field.
Possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Social Sciences, or a related field.
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to six (6) years of experience that typically supports the knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
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Multnomah County Circuit Court does not provide parking for the central courthouse or justice center staff. Daily parking is available across SW 1st St from the central courthouse (monthly parking is limited). Another option is the Douglas Garage at 1835 S River Dr, Portland, OR 97204. Parking cost is $165/month and is a half mile from the courthouse and justice center.
You will be subject to a criminal background check if you are a finalist. Adverse results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis and may result in disqualification if the circumstances are directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position.
By submitting your application to OJD, you consent to reference checks about your qualifications, your workplace performance, and your work product.
OJD does not offer visa sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. OJD will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
Apply now if you are interested in this or future vacancies. This job announcement may be used to fill future vacancies in this class of work.
OJD does not request or require your age, date of birth, or attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.
Eligible veterans and current or former servicemembers with the Oregon National Guard who meet the qualifications will be given preference in the recruitment process. To receive preference, veterans and current or former servicemembers with the Oregon National Guard must attach the appropriate documentation after they receive an email in their Workday inbox requesting the information to verify eligibility. The action item, asking for documentation, will arrive after they have submitted their initial application materials. Visit the Oregon job opportunities Veterans, Disabled Veterans & State Servicemembers web page for additional details, information, and resources.
Because of OJD's role in providing justice and upholding the rule of law, employees of the department are required to meet the highest standards of professional conduct and ethics while on the job, and also to maintain those same high standards when taking actions in their personal lives that could reflect on the department. As an employee, you will be expected to preserve the confidentiality of information received in the course of OJD employment.
As an employer, OJD complies with Oregon’s pay equity law. Salary offers are made with consideration of the candidate’s education and experience. For more information on pay equity, click here.
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The Oregon Judicial Department embraces equal opportunity and affirmative action. We are committed to building a diverse team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
Official LinkedIn page for the state of Oregon. Oregon is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It is located on the Pacific coast, with Washington to the north, California to the south, Nevada on the southeast and Idaho to the east. The Columbia and Snake rivers delineate much of Oregon's northern and eastern boundaries, respectively. The area was inhabited by many indigenous tribes before the arrival of traders, explorers, and settlers who formed an autonomous government in Oregon Country in 1843. The Oregon Territory was created in 1848, and Oregon became the 33rd state on February 14, 1859.
