Program Manager, Crown Heights Community Justice Connect

About the role

The Community Justice Connect project is seeking a Manager for its Crown Heights location. Reporting to the Attorney-in-Charge of Community Justice Connect, the Manager will oversee the volunteer recruitment, site administration, and outreach to community partners to build a strong network for reaching clients and providing services.

Responsibilities

• Recruit volunteers to participate in the Community Justice Connect program at least every four months, and on as needed basis;
• Organize volunteer schedules and staffing;
• Supervise volunteers as they provide guidance, offer information, and assist clients, including some evening and weekend hours;
• Support and supervise ongoing volunteer training and appreciation events;
• Cover coordination with attorneys on organizing community clinics and workshops, and establishing policy and procedures for legal referrals;
• Participate in Housing Justice Initiatives meetings and activities;
• Conduct outreach on an ongoing basis for new volunteers and clients;
• Attend local community board meetings and events held by local elected officials;
• Screen cases that are referred to attorneys for legal advice;
• Maintain policy and procedure for data collection, recording and reporting;
• Support Community Justice Connect staff and volunteers in other sites as needed;
• Manage storefront office, including, but not limited to, maintaining vendor payments, office supplies, extermination services, office cleaning services, etc.; and
• Other relevant duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in social work, public administration, criminal justice, or a related field preferred and 5-6 years of experience or a Master's degree and 3 years of experience required;
• Excellent written skills are a must;
• Candidate must be skilled communicator, able to work in multi-disciplinary settings, and maintain strong relationships with multiple agencies and organizations both onsite and in the community.

Position Type

Full-time, evening and weekend hours required.

Position Location

Brooklyn, NY

Compensation

The compensation range for this position is $36.53 - $48.41 per hour, annually equivalent to $66,490 - 88,100 based on a 35-hour work week and is commensurate with experience. The Center for Justice Innovation offers an excellent benefits package including comprehensive healthcare with a national network, free basic dental coverage, vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts including commuter FSA. We prioritize mental health care for our staff and offer services like Talkspace and Ginger through our healthcare plans. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan with a two-to-one employer contribution up to 5%.

Benefits

The Center for Justice Innovation offers an excellent benefits package including comprehensive healthcare with a national network, free basic dental coverage, vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts including commuter FSA. We prioritize mental health care for our staff and offer services like Talkspace and Ginger through our healthcare plans. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan with a two-to-one employer contribution up to 5%.

EEO Statement

The Center for Justice Innovation is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other category protected by law. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals with prior contact with the criminal justice system. Our goal is to create a supportive and respectful environment where everyone, regardless of background or identity, feels valued and included.