Legal Policy Advisor (Juvenile Legal Policy Advisor)

Initial Posting Date:

10/08/2026

Application Deadline:

10/21/2026

Agency:

Judicial Department

Salary Range:

$9,908 - $15,371

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Legal Policy Advisor (Juvenile Legal Policy Advisor)

Job Description:

Limited Duration: This is a full-time, limited-duration position that is grant funded through October 1, 2031. Continuation beyond that date is subject to available funding.

If you are a current Oregon Judicial Department (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: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, it may take several weeks after the application deadline for us to schedule interviews.

Who We Are

The Court Programs Division (CPD) is part of the Office of the State Court Administrator (OSCA) within OJD. CPD develops, implements, and evaluates programs for statewide application in the courts and for use by the public and government stakeholders. Programs are aimed at providing consistent and accurate information and tools to help navigate the court system, improving effectiveness and timeliness in the operating procedures of the courts, and supporting access to justice by eliminating barriers. CPD is responsible for strategic planning, data analysis and application, and performing high-level liaison work to develop policies and procedures to implement laws affecting court operations statewide.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team and encourage candidates of 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.

Benefits to You

• We pay 95% to 99% of medical insurance premiums for full-time employees, including mental health coverage.
• 10 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, 3 personal business days, separate sick and vacation paid leaves (prorated for part-time employees), and other employee benefits such as optional insurances and flexible spending plans.
• OJD will pay you a 5% allowance for bilingual skills (includes ASL) if you can pass a skills test and are assigned to use those skills on the job.
• Salary offers are made with consideration of the candidate’s education and experience.

Position Highlights

We are hiring a Juvenile Legal Policy Advisor (Legal Policy Advisor) to join our team in Salem or Portland, Oregon.

In this role, you will help support OJD’s existing juvenile court programs by analyzing proposed legislation and current laws, rules, policies, and business processes. You will also help develop new juvenile programs aimed at improving outcomes for youth and families in the court. You will provide directions for collecting and analyzing court statistics on a statewide basis. You will draft legal forms, instructions, and training materials. You will also help develop and deliver a variety of training sessions for judges, OJD staff, and stakeholders in the juvenile legal system.

As a juvenile programs subject matter expert, you will provide legislative support and analysis by submitting legislative proposals, drafting and reviewing fiscal impact statements, and serving on legislative work groups and task forces. You will staff the Juvenile Court Improvement Advisory Committee and support related subcommittees and work groups. You will also provide input during Juvenile Delinquency Improvement Program Advisory Committee meetings and meetings related to the Oregon State-Tribal Partnership Grant. You will spend part of your time supporting federal grant objectives and tracking grant requirements.

Collaboration is a key part of this position. You will work closely with the Court Programs Division Director and the Juvenile Programs Manager to develop and implement strategic planning to improve the juvenile dependency and delinquency system to serve youth and families. You will also advise and consult with the State Court Administrator, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, judges, Trial Court Administrators, OJD staff at all levels, government agencies, the Oregon State Bar, Legal Aid, the Oregon Law Foundation, attorneys, mediators, community partners, and other stakeholders concerned with the handling of juvenile cases.

Assigned tasks may be changed to accommodate workload and organizational needs.

Instructions for REQUIRED Cover Letter and Work History/Resume

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/Cover Letter section of the application. Your cover letter and filename should include your name.
• Address the cover letter “To the Hiring Manager.”
• In the body of your cover letter, please include responses to all Requested Skills and Attributes listed below.
• 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)

• Attach your updated resume in the Resume/Cover Letter section of the application. Your resume and filename should include your name.
  
  OR

• Complete the Job History/Work Experience portion of your Workday profile if you are not using an updated resume.

Document Format

• Preferred format: PDF (.pdf, .tiff) or Microsoft Word (.docx)
• Acceptable format: Image (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) or Notepad (.txt)
• We are unable to accept: Apple (.pages), Google Docs (.gdoc), ZIP (.zip), and Microsoft Word 97-2003 (.doc)

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 application deadline is 11:59 p.m. PT on the date listed above.

Minimum Qualifications

(These must be evident in your resume or work history.)

The qualified candidate must have a juris doctorate degree from an accredited law school.

AND
Four (4) years of legal and legal research experience in addition to experience that supports the duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

AND

Current membership in good standing in the Oregon State Bar.

Special Qualifications

(These must be verifiable.)

None.

Requested Skills and Attributes

(These must be addressed in your cover letter.)

• Experience with juvenile law or juvenile court programs, preferably in Oregon.
• Knowledge of case law, Oregon Revised Statutes, and Oregon Administrative Rules.
• Experience accomplishing work through collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience analyzing existing or proposed policies, procedures, or legislation and developing recommendations.
• Skill identifying problems in business processes or other consequences of changes to legal systems and experience implementing responsive solutions to those identified problems.
• Experience and skill in preparing thorough and comprehensive written reports.

Working Conditions

• This is a full-time, limited-duration position, and the work schedule currently is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. This position is FLSA-exempt and ineligible for overtime compensation for hours worked in excess of 40 per workweek.
• Some early morning, evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required, especially during legislative sessions, to meet deadlines and attend meetings.
• Some overnight travel is required to participate in meetings, events, and conferences and to visit local courts.
• Hybrid work may be available for this position. All hybrid work assignments begin, end, and change only with administrative authority approval. In-person meetings and in-person attendance for training sessions and other office events are required, regardless of any prior-approved and scheduled remote workdays.
• Daily management and multitasking of projects with conflicting requirements, priorities, and deadlines.
• Frequent contact with people from diverse backgrounds.

• Frequent long periods of sitting or standing.
• Occasionally lifting OJD equipment that weighs up to 15 pounds, such as a laptop computer required when commuting to onsite or remote work locations or when in work travel status.
• Must use and be familiar, experienced, and comfortable with using a full array of current technology tools and office software programs for accessing and doing work and research, and for communications on and off the work site. Regular use of the following equipment: telephone, OJD-assigned computer with multiple monitors and various software programs, copy machine, fax machine, and scanner.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Criminal Background Check
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.

Reference Checks

By submitting your application to OJD, you consent to reference checks about your qualifications, your workplace performance, and your work product.

United States Employment Eligibility
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.

Future Vacancies
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.

Age-Based Discrimination

OJD does not request or require your age, date of birth, or attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Veterans’ or Oregon National Guard Preference
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.

Conduct Expectations
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 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.

Pay Equity
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.

Employee Benefits
Click here to access information specific to OJD employee benefits.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

OJD is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. To learn more about this program, and how to qualify, please click here.

Questions and Support

• If you require an alternate format to complete the application process, call 503-986-5930, or TTY: Oregon Relay Service 711 for the hearing impaired. Be prepared to describe the alternate format needed.
• Workday related information and resources are available here.
• For questions about a specific OJD job posting, call 503-986-5930 or email ojd.hrsd@ojd.state.or.us.

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.

About Us

Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative.

We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars.

After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce. If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move?

Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background.

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