We’re Hiring!
Position: Bail Program Manager
Location: Remotely out of Snohomish, King, or Pierce Counties
Application Deadline: Friday, July 31st, 2026
Position Overview: NCBF seeks a Bail Program Manager who is reliable, detail-oriented, and flexible to manage our bail posting operations. Posting bail is one of our primary functions, reducing the immediate harms of pre-trial detention, as we work to end cash bail in Washington state. We are looking for someone who is values-aligned to maintain an accountable, communicative, and responsive bail program.
Our bail posting operations include responding to new requests for bail assistance, communicating – via email and phone – with those who have requested bail, overseeing bail posting, and coordinating with the volunteers who support the previously mentioned tasks. The ideal candidate has the skills to effectively time-manage their responsibilities, while demonstrating the ability to self-regulate and make values-aligned decisions as time-sensitive issues arise. They must be empathetic, while maintaining organizational priorities and values. They are also someone who is interested in working on a small, collaborative team.
The Bail Program Manager will be expected to uphold and model the Northwest Community Bail Fund’s commitment to anti-racism, community accountability, abolition, equity, integrity, collaboration, stewardship of community-entrusted resources, and the belief that directly impacted leadership should guide organizational decision-making.
Responsibilities:
Bail Posting Operations:
Oversee and adapt, as needed, the day-to-day administration of all NCBF bail program operations
Review and manage requests for bail assistance
Coordinate bail payers across all counties served by NCBF
Post bail in Snohomish, King, and Pierce Counties, as needed
Train, manage and coordinate team who help process new bail requests
Train and coordinate bail payers throughout all counties served by NCBF
Promptly answer phones and respond to NCBF voicemails
Coordinate bail posting with attorneys, family members, social workers etc., as needed
Maintain and regularly update bail posting procedures and manual to improve bail posting operations
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency,
Manage NCBF’s bail waitlist and prioritization process
Facilitate weekly bail reviews in accordance with NCBF values
Manage volunteer Intake Team
Data Management:
Oversee proper data entry in our database
Work with our Director of Funds Recovery to track bail outcomes and general program reports
Maintain accurate program data and documentation
Support the development of monthly and quarterly programmatic reports
Monitor trends in bail request, posting practices, and client outcomes
Identify opportunities to improve data collection, reporting systems, and program impact
Use program data to inform strategic planning and continuous program improvement
Client Outreach:
Strengthen and expand relationships and support with community members post-bail release, including resource connection
Train and manage the Client Outreach Team volunteers
Oversee the maintenance and continuous updating of NCBF resource guide list
Community Outreach:
Expand community awareness of NCBF’s work and strengthen community partnerships
Build and maintain relationships with service providers and values-aligned community organizers and organizations
Conduct NCBF presentations and outreach
Represent NCBF at community events
Identify opportunities to strengthen community connection
Build systems and relationships that improve long-term support for individuals following release from detention
Desired Qualifications:
Commitment to mission, vision and values of Northwest Community Bail Fund
Must be located in Snohomish, King or Pierce County with the ability to work primarily remotely
Experience in direct service, case management, criminal punishment system navigation, community organizing, or nonprofit program management
Experience coordinating volunteers or community-based programs
Lived experience and/or knowledge of the Washington State criminal punishment system, pretrial detention, and bail practices
Experience centering the voices and lived experience of directly impacted community members
Strong trauma-informed crisis communication, problem-solving, and relationship building skils
English fluency, second language a plus
Reliable access to a vehicle in order to pay bail in Snohomish, King and Pierce County, as needed
Ability to occasionally work in the evenings and weekends for volunteer meetings and events
Familiarity with computers and ability to use or quickly learn Google Accounts, Dropbox, and Zoom
Previous program and/or operations management experience
Previous direct service experience
Understanding of the pretrial detention system and bail, preferred
Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with staff, board and volunteers as a team member
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining compassion, accountability, attention to detail, and values-alignment
Demonstrates commitment to racial equity, abolitionist values, cultural humility, directly impacted leadership, and community-centered approaches to justice
Compensation and Benefits:
$70-80,000 a year, salaried
Full-time staff work a 32-hour work week, Monday through Thursday
128 hours annually of combined paid time off and sick time
11 paid holidays throughout the year
Health and dental insurance
SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with a 1-3% employer contribution
$750 a year to use towards professional development
$75 Monthly Remote Stipend
How to Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to info@nwcombailfund.org with the subject line ‘Bail Program Manager Applicant’ by Friday, July 31st, 2026.
The Northwest Community Bail Fund is an equal opportunity employer that strongly encourages applications from people with lived experience in the carceral system, Black, Indigenous, and other people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and others whose lived experiences have been historically excluded from nonprofit leadership.