Job Description
Salary $50,733.12 - $72,823.68 Annually Location Oregon, OR Job Type Full Time Job Number 2026-04-1055 Department Municipal Court Opening Date 03/23/2026 Closing Date 4/6/2026 5:00 PM Pacific FLSA Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit LOMEA DESCRIPTION BENEFITS QUESTIONS The Position The City of Lake Oswego is seeking a dynamic and effective administrative support person to support the Municipal Court and provide excellent customer service.The Municipal Court Clerk is primarily responsible for processing and maintaining court records and payments, court documentation, assisting in the court room, and communicating with the public and other agencies.This position will report to the Municipal Court Manager and is represented by the Lake Oswego Municipal Employees' Association/ American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).Key Responsibilities Multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.Perform data entry skills with excellent attention to detail.Manage volume of citations accurately under strict deadlines.Use good judgment in prioritizing daily and routine responsibilities.Solve problems quickly, effectively, and diplomatically.Communicate effectively with diverse personalities.Assist the public over the counter and on the telephone; answer routine questions about court dates, court procedures, Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles regulations, bail and fine procedures, etc.Record and enter violation, traffic, and criminal citations into court data system.Direct communications to appropriate personnel (such as police officers, attorneys, corrections officials, and defendants) regarding court dockets and establish trial dockets; prepare letters notifying defendants of court appearance and trial dates; coordinate trial dates with police officer schedules and appropriate trial attorneys; set pre-trials, and prepare suspension forms.Assist with impaneling juries; monitor jury activity during trial and deliberation.Maintain and process court records; examine legal documents submitted to court for adherence to law or court procedures; prepare case folders and case dispositions.Gather information and process court matters; exchange information with the City Police Department and other law enforcement and related agencies as necessary; communicate with the City Attorney's office regarding cases to be prosecuted by the City Attorney.In Court, call cases and swear in witnesses, officers and defendants; act as bailiff during jury trials; process disposition sheets; and assist Judge with court files.Education and Experience Requirements The selected candidate will fill one of the following positions based on Qualifications:Administrative Support I - Graduation with a High School diploma or G.E.D and six months to one year of general office support work experience or related field.Administrative Support II - Graduation with a High School diploma or G.E.D and two to four years of general office support work experience or related field.A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above; or an equivalent combination of training and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.Must be able to obtain (maintain) Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Certification.Preference may be given to candidates who possess a current CJIS certification.For a complete list of the essential duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required, and physical and mental demands please review the complete job description at www.ci.oswego.or.us/hr.(Download PDF reader) Supplemental Information Administrative Support I $50,733 - $64,752 / annually Administrative Support II $57,014 - $72,823 / annually Non-cash compensation includes medical, dental, vision, PERS employee pick up, and VEBA contribution.Bilingual Pay:Employees who can speak and/or write a language listed in the top five (5) most common languages spoken in the Lake Oswego School District, may be eligible for three percent (3%) bilingual pay.Application Process:You may visit our web site at www.ci.oswego.or.us/jobs to access the online application process.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application.The City application must be submitted by:5:00 P.M., Monday, April 6, 2026 Employer City of Lake Oswego Address PO Box 369 Lake Oswego, Oregon, 97034 Phone 503.534.4244 503.635.0220 Website http://www.ci.oswego.or.us/hr The Position The City of Lake Oswego is seeking a dynamic and effective administrative support person to support the Municipal Court and provide excellent customer service.The Municipal Court Clerk is primarily responsible for processing and maintaining court records and payments, court documentation, assisting in the court room, and communicating with the public and other agencies.This position will report to the Municipal Court Manager and is represented by the Lake Oswego Municipal Employees' Association/ American Federation of State, County and M