Release Assistance Officer

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com/en-US/SOR\_External\_Career\_Site/job/McMinnville--Judicial--Yamhill-County-Circuit-Court/Release-Assistance-Officer\_REQ-143370 Limited Duration: This is a full-time, limited duration position currently funded through June 30, 2025.
Continuation beyond that date is subject to available funding.
If you are a current Oregon Judicial Department regular status employee, acceptance of a limited duration status position does not change your status to limited duration (although trial service status may still apply).
See Judicial Department Personnel Rules 2.
42 and 6 for more information or contact your assigned HR Manager.
Interviews: will be scheduled after the first of the year.
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 directly affects the people in our community who come to the court to have their cases resolved.
We need staff who want to have direct impact in their communities, value OJD's efforts to remove barriers to access justice services and enjoy a high level of customer service and interaction with the public.
We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
We consider relevant work and past lived experience and education, plus any transferable skills and abilities that may meet our qualifications or the skills and attributes we need for this position.
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.
* 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! * In this job profile, we offer candidates new to OJD the first two steps of the salary range.
You are potentially eligible for a 5% annual increase.
Location Highlights McMinnville, Oregonis a warmhearted city located in the heart of what is now Oregon wine county and was established in 1882.
It is also the county seat for Yamhill County.
The historic downtown was voted to have one of America’s best main streets that host a variety of events, including the annual UFO Festival.
McMinnville is also home to Evergreen Aviation Museum, which houses Howard Hughes’ famous Spruce Goose along with an aviation style water park.
Position Highlights The Yamhill County Circuit Courtis hiring a Release Assistance Officer.
In this role… For much of your day, you will determine pretrial release options for defendants by applying Oregon Revised Statutes, Chief Justice Orders, Presiding Judge Orders, and using risk assessment tools.
You will research and prepare reports for judges on adults in custody that are ineligible for release.
Including compiling criminal and FTA history using LEDS and OJD systems, verify residence and employment, determine current and past probation or parole status.
This job requires you to complete risk assessments.
Verify information given and release adults in custody that meet criteria.
You will determine who, upon release, is most likely to appear in court, not likely to commit new offenses, and/or does not pose a threat to the community or themselves.
Part of this position is attending court proceedings to testify to recommendations for release and other matters.
Identify and prepare files that need to be added on dockets and correspond with other court staff.
Complete financial affidavit to determine eligibility for court appointed counsel.
You will prepare, disperse, and collect affidavits of indigence for adults in custody set for arraignment.
You are expected to research and apply information gathered from multiple sources and maintain contact with persons who are under pretrial conditional release.
Ensure appearance at court.
Verify accuracies of court dates for court reminders.
Perform clerical and computer work including preparing new files, typing, filing, and review court orders.
Respond to questions from judges and court staff regarding pretrial release and court appoint counsel.
Assigned tasks may be changed to accommodate workload and organizational needs.
We welcome all candidates who are inspired by our work and mission.
Application Process * Workday times out after approximately 15 minutes of inactivity and all progress will be lost.
* REQUIRED: a cover letter that demonstrates how you meet the Minimum Qualifications, Special Qualifications, and Requested Skills and Attributes_,_ listed below.
Using a generic cover letter is likely not going to get you an interview, so please take the time needed to personalize your cover letter.
Prepare your cover letter before starting your Workday application.
* REQUIRED: a completed work history, either by completing the Job History (internal candidate) or Work Experience (external candidate) portion of your Workday profile OR by attaching an updated resume.
Instructions for Cover Letter and Work History/Resume Cover Letter * Attach your cover letter (not to exceed two pages) in the Resume / CV / Cover Letter section of the application.
The attached cover letter file should include your name.
* In the body of your cover letter, please include responses to each of the Requested Skills and Attributes listed below.
* Address the cover letter “To the Hiring Manager.
” Work History/Resume * Attach your updated resume in the Resume / CV / Cover Letter section of the application.
The attached resume file should include your name.
OR * Complete the Job History/Work Experience portion of your Workday profile if you are not using an updated resume.
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.
Minimum Qualifications (These must be evident in your resume or work history.
) The qualified candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, behavioral or social/human services, or a closely related field.
OR Four (4) years’ experience in criminal/juvenile justice or a court environment.
OR Any combination of education and experienceequivalent to four (4) years of experience that typically supports the knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
Special Qualifications (These must be verifiable.
) The qualified candidate must obtain and possess LEDS certification within six months of hire if not already in possession.
Eligibility requirements for obtaining LEDS certification are available here.
Requested Skills and Attributes (These must be addressed in your cover letter.
) * Experience conducting interviews to obtain personal and/or financial information.
* Experience communicating effectively, orally and in writing, with people in emotionally charged and stressful situations.
* Experience communicating decisions regarding the approval or denial of benefits or services and the explanation of laws, rules, or regulations.
* Experience using a personal computer to access and input information and complete various tasks.
* Experience working in a court system, criminal justice, corrections, or other legal environment.
Working Conditions * This is a full-time position, and the work schedule is 8:00 a.
m.
to 5:00 p.
m.
Monday through Friday.
This position is eligible for overtime compensation for hours worked in excess of 40 per work week.
* Occasional after-hours or overtime work may be required.
* Frequent phone and in-person contact with people from diverse backgrounds.
* Frequent phone and in-person contact with people who may be facing challenging life circumstances or highly stressful situations.
* Regular use of the following equipment: telephone, OJD-assigned computer with multiple monitors, 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 formconfirming 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.
Veterans' Preference Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given preference in the recruitment process.
To receive preference, veterans must attach the appropriate documentation after they receive an email in their Workday inbox requesting the information to verify eligibility.
The action item, asking veterans to attach their documentation, will arrive after they have submitted their initial application materials.
Visit the Oregon job opportunities Veterans web pagefor 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 also 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 hereto 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.
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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.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $4,811.
00 - $7,464.
00 per month Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee discount * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * Day shift * Weekends as needed Education: * Bachelor's (Preferred) Work Location: In person