Resource Coordinator, Alternatives to Incarceration

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

Brooklyn Justice Initiatives offers people an opportunity to change the direction of their lives. The program transforms how people navigate the legal process of criminal court in Brooklyn, NY, and helps them avoid the harmful effects of incarceration. It provides meaningful early diversion, supervised release for people awaiting trial, and alternative sentencing options.  

BJI is seeking a Resource Coordinator to serve as a court navigator and liaison for all diversion programming. Reporting to the Manager of Court Operations & Compliance for our Alternative to Incarceration (ATI) department, the Resource Coordinator will facilitate the referral process by reviewing all available information about each potential participant to determine their suitability for each service. Once participants are enrolled in programming, the Resource Coordinator is responsible for regularly providing both written and verbal compliance updates to all court parties in the Brooklyn Criminal Court and Kings County Supreme Court. This includes defense attorneys, assistant district attorneys, and judges. Additionally, the Resource Coordinator is responsible for providing court coverage to both courthouses, including specialized court initiatives and arraignments. Specific responsibilities include conducting screenings and referrals with participants for all programming, facilitating compliance reporting other processes with court stakeholders, and troubleshooting any issues that arise. 

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Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Stakeholder & Participant Engagement:

• Communicate with judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, and other court staff about eligibility for specific diversion programming;  

• Serve as a liaison in the arraignment, all-purpose, treatment, and trial court parts to determine eligibility for all operating programs between Kings County Criminal and Supreme Criminal Court; 

• Work closely with defense attorneys and Assistant District attorneys to identify individuals who may avoid court or jail time by engaging in diversion programming;  

• Execute crisis intervention protocols to ensure participant safety and connection to appropriate services; 

• Establish and maintain relationships with local social service providers present in the courthouse; and 

• Collaborate with a broad range of criminal justice, city government, and community partners. 

Data Collection and Reporting:

• Prepare and provide written and verbal case updates in multiple court parts and to court staff, including compliance and rearrest reporting;   

• Maintain accurate and appropriate participant information in electronic databases and hard files, including court assessment, screening, and outcome information; 

• Collaborate with Compliance and Clinical staff to conduct routine audits to ensure accuracy of referral and court related information; and 

• Assist with data collection and management. 

Additional Responsibilities: 

• Work closely with the court operations team, management, and other departments to ensure smooth daily operations at BJI; 

• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of protocols and procedures; 

• Support the development, implementation, and piloting of new diversion initiatives, 

• Collaborate with Supervised Release program staff in cross-program areas, as needed; 

• Attend BJI meetings and events after hours, as needed; 

• Attending all required staff meetings and trainings, as needed; and;

• Support with other relevant tasks/responsibilities, as needed. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of one year in a related area, preferably as a criminal justice practitioner or 3-4 years' experience in the criminal justice field as an equivalency; 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, Google Suites, and Outlook, and able to use Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Slack; 

• Professional demeanor and ability to communicate appropriately with judges and other court personnel;  

• Highly organized, exceptional attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and strong writing ability with the capacity to be detail-oriented within a fast-paced, dynamic environment; 

• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds in a culturally competent manner;   

• Knowledge of courthouse operations and legal proceedings/terminology is preferred; and; 

• Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred, not required.

Position Type: Full-time, in person, working Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm, working evenings and nights as needed. 

Position Location: Brooklyn, NY. 

Compensation:  The compensation range for this position is $53,500 - $68,000 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.