Oregon Department of Justice

The Oregon Department of Justice (DOJ) is a state government agency headquartered in Salem, Oregon. Employing approximately 1,300 individuals across the state, the DOJ is responsible for providing legal representation to the state government and advocating for the protection of all Oregonians. The agency's biennial budget is approximately $550 million. The DOJ offers a wide range of services, including legal representation, child support enforcement, crime victim compensation, consumer protection, and charitable activities. The agency also provides assistance to district attorneys across the state and runs programs related to child advocacy and protection. The DOJ is comprised of ten divisions, each specializing in a particular area of law or service. These divisions include the Office of the Attorney General, Administrative Services Division, Appellate Division, Child Advocacy and Protection Division, Child Support Division, Civil Enforcement Division, Crime Victim and Survivor Services Division, Criminal Justice Division, General Counsel Division, and Trial Division. The Oregon DOJ website, doj.state.or.us, provides information about the agency's mission, programs, and services. Individuals interested in employment opportunities with the DOJ can find postings for both attorney and non-attorney positions on the agency's website.