Release Assistance Officer

Job Title

Release Assistance Officer

Judicial Department

02/27/2026

03/19/2026 11:59 p.m.

Employee

$5,254 - $8,152

The Josephine County Circuit Court in Grants Pass, Oregon, is hiring a Release Assistance Officer. In this role, you will interview defendants being held in custody pending trial, as well as victims and other interested parties, to determine the defendants’ eligibility for pre‑trial release. You will research and prepare recommendation reports for judges about adults in custody who are ineligible for release.

To monitor defendants who are on release agreements, you will conduct research, maintain contact with the defendants to assist them with appearing for court, ensure victim and public safety, verify court dates, and manage and log required check‑ins. You will identify and prepare files that need to be added to dockets, and you may attend court hearings to testify about release decisions.

Additionally, you will perform data entry related to pre‑trial release, prepare new files and court orders, and review and monitor criminal reports, including the statuses of warrants. You will provide customer service by assisting judges, court staff, attorneys, defendants, and the public in person, over the phone, and in writing. You will spend part of your time verifying income. To do this, you will complete financial affidavits to determine eligibility for court‑appointed counsel.

You will prepare, disperse, and collect affidavits of indigence for adults in custody who are set for arraignment. You will also route completed court‑appointed affidavits for verification. Assigned tasks may be changed to accommodate workload and organizational needs.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, it may take several weeks after the Final date to receive applications for us to schedule interviews. Those selected for interview will receive an invitation via email or phone; please monitor your junk/spam folder and make sure you are able to receive voicemail.

• 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 paid sick and vacation leave (prorated for part‑time employees), and other employee benefits such as optional insurances and flexible spending plans.
• OJD will pay 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.
• In this job profile, we offer candidates new to OJD up to the second step of the salary range, depending on experience. You are potentially eligible for a 5% annual increase.

• 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.

• Attach your updated resume in the Resume/Cover Letter section of the application. Your resume and filename should include your name.
• Complete the Job History/Work Experience portion of your Workday profile if you are not using an updated resume.

Please do not submit transcripts, certificates, or letters of reference unless specifically requested. 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, language use, and originality in addition to demonstrated experience. The Final date to receive applications is 11:59 p.m. on the date listed above.

• Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, behavioral or social/human services, or a closely…