Pretrial Release Specialist

Oregon Department of Human Services; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical premium coverage

Holidays & leave benefits

Bilingual skills allowance

Annual raise potential

Job summary

The Jackson County Circuit Court in Medford, Oregon, seeks a dedicated Release Assistance Officer to help ensure a fair and efficient pretrial process by assessing defendants’ eligibility for court‑appointed counsel and evaluating release options. You will apply Oregon law, orders, and risk assessment tools to determine who can be safely released, balancing court, community, and individual needs.

You will interview defendants, research background information, prepare release recommendation

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, behavioral or social/human services, or a closely related field.
• Four years of experience in criminal justice or a court environment.
• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to four years of experience that supports the knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

Responsibilities

• Conducting interviews with defendants in custody, often before arraignment, and speaking with victims and other involved parties to gather crucial information.
• Using law enforcement, jail, and court case management systems to research background information, complete risk assessments, and recommend release conditions.
• Preparing clear, well‑supported release recommendation reports and communicating findings to judges and attorneys.
• Monitoring compliance with release conditions and taking appropriate action when violations occur, including testifying in court when needed.
• Managing an assigned caseload, preparing and reviewing case files, and serving as a knowledgeable point of contact for judges, court staff, law enforcement, community partners, and the public regarding pretrial release and court‑appointed counsel processes.

Skills

Interviewing

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Court environment experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Jackson County Circuit Court in Medford, Oregon, seeks a dedicated Release Assistance Officer to help ensure a fair and efficient pretrial process by assessing defendants’ eligibility for court‑appointed counsel and evaluating release options. You will apply Oregon law, orders, and risk assessment tools to determine who can be safely released, balancing court, community, and individual needs.

You will interview defendants, research background information, prepare release recommendation