AmeriCorps Coordinator

THE ORGANIZATION 

The Center for Justice Innovation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing community safety and racial justice. Since 1996, we’ve worked alongside communities, courts, and those most directly affected by the justice system to build stronger, healthier, and more equitable neighborhoods. With a team of over 900 staff and an annual budget of $130 million, the Center carries out its mission through three core strategies: 

1. Operating Programs that pilot new ideas and address local challenges; 

2. Conducting original research to evaluate what works—and what doesn’t; and 

3. Providing expert assistance and policy guidance to reformers across the country and beyond. 

Backed by decades of on-the-ground experience and nationally recognized expertise, we bring innovative, practical, and lasting solutions to justice systems nationwide. 
Learn more about our work at www.innovatingjustice.org. 

THE OPPORTUNITY 

The Red Hook Community Justice Center (the Justice Center) is the nation’s first multi-jurisdictional community court, hearing criminal, housing and family matters under one roof with a single judge. The Justice Center’s mission is to solve community problems: strengthening families, empowering youth, preventing evictions, addressing crime when it occurs, and working to prevent crime before it takes place.   

The Center’s Youth and Community Initiatives department is seeking an AmeriCorps Coordinator to oversee the Red Hook Community Resilience Corps, an AmeriCorps national service program that engages individual in a year of service in their community and serves as a pipeline to career, training and educational opportunities. Reporting to the Director of Youth and Community Initiatives the AmeriCorps Coordinator will be responsible for managing various administrative tasks, providing member experience support and community engagement. 

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Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Administrative Support:  

• Manage day-to-day administrative tasks related to the AmeriCorps program;  

• Facilitate the recruitment, enrollment, and training of AmeriCorps members;  

• Provide ongoing support to members ensuring a positive experience;  

• Collaborate with HR to manage personnel matters related to AmeriCorps members;  

• Ensure compliance with program guidelines, policies, regulations, and audits;  

• Coordinate logistics for AmeriCorps member service activities, events, and training sessions;  

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of member documentation;  

• Support the department’s programming and initiatives, as needed;  

• Member Experience and Retention:  

• Develop strategies to enhance the overall experience of AmeriCorps members;  

• Provide individualized support and coaching to participants, including one-on-one and group sessions to build resiliency, self-sufficiency, self-esteem, and work toward personal goals;  

• Implement retention initiatives to ensure members complete their terms of service;  

• Assist members with professional development and educational opportunities;  

• Work closely with Red Hook Housing Resource Center and   

• CJI staff to align AmeriCorps activities with organizational objectives;   

• Community Outreach and Networking:  

• Collaborate with internal departments to integrate AmeriCorps members into existing initiatives;  

• Plan and execute community events including but not limited to college and recruitment fairs and service projects;  

• Develop and implement outreach strategies to attract AmeriCorps member applicants;  

• Represent the program at community meetings, conferences, and events;  

• Build and maintain relationships with local Red Hook community organizations, educational institutions, and potential program partners;  

• Attend networking events to promote the program and establish connections within the community; 

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in youth development, workforce development and/or program implementation. Excellent written skills are a must. Candidate must be skilled communicator able to work in multi-disciplinary setting and maintain strong relationships with multiple agencies and organizations both onsite and in the community. 

Position Type: Full time. On site. The standard work week is 35 hours. 

Position Location: Brooklyn, New York. 

Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $58,000 - $74,300.00  

and is commensurate with experience. 

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%. 

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.

At this time, the Center is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Candidates are expected to provide accurate and truthful information throughout the hiring process. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of material facts may result in disqualification from consideration, withdrawal of an offer, or termination of employment, regardless of when discovered.

In compliance with federal law, all hires must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment verification form upon hire. Please refer to the job posting for relevant contact information. If contact details are not provided, we kindly ask that you refrain from inquiries via phone or email, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.