Program Director

CAREER DESCRIPTION:
RCRJC seeks a Program Director who will supervise up to 7 employees and 14 programs within the Restorative Justice Center. This dynamic leader embodies our values of equity, wellness, and trust-based supervision, fostering an environment where employees are empowered to lead with autonomy while receiving the support and accountability they need. The Program Director will support effective training for staff and volunteers to address the impact of harm, provide conflict-resolution, and successful outcomes for participants.

The programs supported by the Program Director work with sensitive populations, including individuals with convictions for serious offenses (such as sex offenses and murder), BIPOC/2STLGBQIA+ individuals, at-risk youth (ages 10+), unhoused populations, people encountering the criminal justice system, and those with mental health or substance use challenges. The Program Director must be willing to work with, supervise, and, at times, manage high-profile cases involving these marginalized groups. The role requires a strong commitment to restorative practices, community engagement, and equitable solutions for all clients.

The Director will collaborate regularly with community partners to ensure we have great working relationships with referring partners. The Director will make sure all cases are properly documented including quarterly narratives, participant number reporting, and any other requirements related to program tracking. See the Responsibilities & Duties section for more position details.

HIRING TIMELINE FOR 7/1/2025 START DATE:
4/11/2025 – 4/25/2025 Accepting Applications via How to Apply
4/28/2025 – 5/2/2025 Application Review
5/5/2025 – 5/9/2025 First Round Interviews
5/12/2025 – 5/16/2025 Second Round Interviews
5/19/2025 – 5/23/2025 Reference Checks
5/27/2025 – Finalists Meet the Full Team in-person
5/28/2025 – 5/30/2025 Final Selection

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
1. Supervision, Employee Evaluation, and Case Support (30% – 12 Hours)
• Promote work-life balance that empowers employees and encourages authenticity by providing resources to support mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Model vulnerability, transparency, accountability, and empathy in leadership.
• Supervise restorative justice cases for each employee at least monthly to ensure effective case management and resolution including case-specific guidance.
• Conduct quarterly employee evaluations and an annual review to provide feedback and support professional and personal development.
• Train incoming staff and current staff on programs including case management, state CRM’s and evaluation tools, etc.

2. Community Collaboration/Partner Meetings and Training (20% – 8 Hours)
• Deliver workshops, community events, and trainings focused on transparency, equity, and program understanding.
• Organize and participate in collaboration meetings with external partners and stakeholders (e.g., Project Vision, Rut Stat, DOC Partner Meetings).
• Maintain regular communication with organizations that are referral/MOU partners.
• Represent the organization at public forums, conferences, programmatic funders meetings, and community events to raise awareness of restorative justice and equity practices.

3. Program Development and Assessment (20% – 8 Hours)
• Co-lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs that emphasize community healing, conflict resolution, and accountability.
• Evaluate program effectiveness through data analysis and feedback, making necessary adjustments to improve outcomes.

4. Volunteer Recruitment and Retention (15% – 6 Hours)
• Develop and implement strategies to recruit volunteers for program activities.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive environment to retain volunteers, ensuring they receive the necessary resources, mentorship, and relevant program trainings.
• Plan and execute an annual Volunteer Appreciation Day to acknowledge their contributions.

5. Case Reporting and Data Analysis (15% – 6 Hours)
• Prepare reports on program performance, outcomes, and insights to share with funders.
• Collaborate with the Justice and Belonging Coordinator to ensure practices are equity-driven and address systemic barriers for marginalized communities.
• Engage stakeholders ensuring programs evolve responsively to community needs.
• Generate mandated reports for Child Protective Services and/or Adult Protective Services in compliance with legal requirements when needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE*:
Master’s degree in psychology, human services, social work, mediation/peace keeping, education, or a related field and 1-2 years of supervision experience
-OR-
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, human services, social work, mediation/peace keeping education, or a related field and 3-4 years of supervision experience
-OR-
High School Diploma/GED and 5+ years of supervision experience.
*Not all people will meet all these qualifications, if you still think you would be a good fit, please apply!

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Deep commitment to integrating equity into all aspects of program development,
community engagement, supervision, and organizational practices.
• Strong leadership abilities with demonstrated commitment to employee wellness, including fostering work-life balance and providing emotional and professional support.
• Intensive interpersonal skills foster positive relationships and create a culture of trust.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, that engage a variety of stakeholders, including employees, volunteers, community partners, and funders.
• Proven ability to lead and facilitate workshops, training sessions, and public speaking engagements focused on restorative justice and equity.
• Experience in building and maintaining partnerships with external organizations, community stakeholders, and government agencies.
• Analytical skills to assess program effectiveness through data, feedback, and outcomes.
• Experience preparing detailed reports for leadership, funders, and stakeholders, including data-driven insights and narratives.
• Technological proficiency in: Microsoft Suite, Canva, Share Point, and state-related CRMs
• Can pass a background check/be fingerprinted, have a valid driver’s license and vehicle that they are willing to transport clients / volunteers in, and can work in the US.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Proven track record of successfully managing and supervising cases and programs.
• Experience working with historically marginalized communities and a demonstrated ability to address systemic barriers.
• Experience in co-leading the development, design, implementation, and evaluation of restorative justice programs that focus on community healing, accountability, and conflict resolution.
• Experience in recruiting, training, and retaining volunteers.
• Experience organizing and executing events, such as Volunteer Appreciation Days, to recognize and retain volunteers.

BENEFITS/TIME OFF:
• Full Time $31.25/hour ($65,000/year)
• Office Cats
• Platinum Health Insurance 100% covered for Employee only
• Dental Insurance 100% covered for Employee only
• Life Insurance 100% covered for Employee only
• 3% Retirement Contribution match from Employer
• Bereavement Leave (for people and pets)
• Invest EAP
• 1 Wellness Hour a week
• Gym Membership for individual
• 47 days off per year (9 weeks 2 days)** :
Ø 20 Paid Days off (10 Paid Holidays, the Agency is closed December 25-January 1, ½ day on your birthday and Halloween)
Ø 17 Vacation Days (Increasing 1 day per year up to 27 days)
Ø 8 Paid Sick Days
Ø 2 Personal Days
• **Summer Holiday: After one year of employment employees get one full paid/benefitted consecutive month off between June and September in addition to time above.

SCHEDULE/LOCATION:
• This is not a fully remote capable position
• M-F 8:30AM – 4:30 PM (Agency closed to public/ Remote on Fridays)***
• Infrequent evening hours for training and events required
• Weekend hours, once to twice a year for community events, are required
*** To accommodate the changing demands of clients, availability of technology, and employee’s needs to effectively balance work and personal life, RCRJC makes alternative work schedules available. Certain work schedule options may not be available in situations where they would negatively impact the needs of RCRJC and, therefore, all alternative work schedules must have advance approval of the Executive Director.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Supervision is received from the Executive Director

HOW TO APPLY:
Send a resume and the answers to these four questions to [email protected]
1. What are two values that hold importance in your life, and what drives their significance?
2. Please elaborate on your passion for diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice and why this matters to you.
3. Identify a skill you excel at and share how you determine your proficiency in this skill.
4. Tell us about a time you failed as a leader and what you did to make amends in that situation.