Probate Commissioner (Probate Examiner Developmental Underfill Opportunity)

Initial Posting Date:

09/21/2026

Application Deadline:

10/05/2026

Agency:

Judicial Department

Salary Range:

$5,004 - $7,763

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Probate Commissioner (Probate Examiner Developmental Underfill Opportunity)

Job Description:

Developmental Underfill Opportunity: This position may be filled as a developmental underfill at the Probate Examiner job profile level. See the Minimum Qualifications section for details. The hourly wage for the Probate Examiner is $26.19 - $40.63.

Interviews: Generally, interviews will be scheduled within two weeks after the application deadline. May take longer, depending on the number of applications.

Who we are

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 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 [ OR up to 99% of medical insurance premiums for part-time employees], including mental health coverage.
• •The hourly equivalent for this position is $28.87 - $44.79. [ OR The annual salary for this position is $60,049 - $93,160.]
• •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.

Location Highlights

The Judicial District is located in the southwest corner of Oregon and includes Coos and Curry counties. This region offers a variety of climates, stunning ocean views, and abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation such as hiking, boating, biking, and fishing. The courthouses are located in the cities of Coquille and Gold Beach.

Coos County is made up of the communities of Lakeside, North Bend, Coos Bay, Coquille, Myrtle Point, Powers, and Bandon. Curry County includes the communities of Langlois, Port Orford, Gold Beach, and Brookings.

Coquille, Oregon is the county seat in Coos County situated along the Coquille River. The area is known for its rich history, beautiful landscapes, and friendly community. The area got its name from the Coquille Native Americans that inhabited the area prior to the 1800’s. Coquille is 22 miles from the Oregon Coast and to the south is Myrtle Point and to the north is Coos Bay (Coos County’s largest city).

Gold Beach, Oregon is the county seat in Curry County and located on scenic Highway 101, tucked in between the Pacific Ocean, the Rogue River, and the Siskiyou Mountains. Incorporated in 1853 as Ellensburg, then renamed Gold Beach in 1890 due to the amount of gold found near the mouth of the Rogue River, the city is the perfect blend of solitude and adventure. 34 miles from the Oregon-California border, Gold Beach is full of adventure from the windswept ocean, wild and racing Rogue River, to the temperate rain forest inland. To the south of Gold Beach is Brookings, Curry Counties largest city.

Position Highlights

The Coos County Circuit Court in Coquille, Oregon and the Curry County Circuit Court in Gold Beach, Oregon, is hiring a Probate Commissioner (Probate Examiner Developmental Underfill Opportunity).

In this role…

You will be in charge of probate and protective proceeding matters for the entire District. You will prepare and sign orders for appointing visitor. Accept general and simple state filings, adult and minor protective petitions; accept and track filings of annual accounting, inventory, guardian reports, and case related documents. Review documents for accuracy, completeness, and determine compliance.

You will also assist all parties at the customer service counter via in-person, phone, or email. Be a backup for the program coordinator in Aid and Assist matters for Coos County and may coordinate Aid and Assist matters in Curry County. You will act as backup for civil commitment cases and Notices for Mental Illness documents. Coordinate court appointed counsel and civil commitment hearings.

Perform courtroom duties including operating the For-The-Record (FTR) equipment. You will test the system, monitor the audio; monitor the creation of detailed log notes.

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 / 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 )

Attach your updated resume in the Resume / CV / 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. on the date listed above.

Filling this Position

This position will be filled one of two ways: by appointment of a candidate who meets the Minimum Qualifications (as identified below) for a Probate Commissioner

OR

By developmental underfill of a candidate who meets the Minimum Qualifications (as Identified below) for a Probate Examiner .

Probate Commissioner Minimum Qualifications

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

The qualified candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in business, court administration, public administration, or a related field.

AND

At least three (3) years of professional legal secretarial, progressively responsible court support, or paralegal experience.

OR

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to seven (7) years of experience that typically supports the knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

Probate Examiner Minimum Qualifications

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

The qualified candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in business, court administration, public administration, or related field.

AND

At least two (2) ye