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 Restorative Justice Practice Department creates and supports the implementation of restorative justice practices to improve system-based and community responses to harm, both locally and nationally. We provide thorough leadership and programming in diverse settings including diversion in criminal and supreme courts, with youth and adults, utilizing restorative approaches to address violence, interpersonal conflict, gun violence, traffic violence and intimate partner violence. Our national work includes providing training and technical assistance to a range of organizations in diverse jurisdictions across the United States.    

The Department of Restorative Justice Practices is seeking a Planner to support the department across both arms of the department. Reporting to the Senior Director of Restorative Justice, the Planner plays a critical role in both the local and national teams, administratively and substantively. The Planner will work closely with the Senior Director and Deputy Director of Restorative Justice Practices to support the department, and to develop, design and implement restorative justice programming, policy, and best practices at the Center. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Work closely with the Senior Director and to design, plan and help implement new initiatives; including creating and maintaining relationships with partners, developing protocols and procedures, and providing overall administrative, logistical, and organizational support;   
• Create relevant materials and media to communicate the RJ team’s impact to various stakeholders;   
• Help coordinate development and assessment of protocols, procedures and best practices for new and existing programs;   
• Assist in the creation of a wide range of written materials to promote restorative justice – including one-pagers, toolkits, grant proposals, policy papers, articles, and others – for both internal and external audiences;   
• Provide administrative support, including but not limited to organizing conference calls and meetings, documenting and circulating next steps, editing documents, assisting with the submission of funder reports, and tracking progress on a wide-range of initiatives;   
• Provide program support as needed around fiscal operations, policy and program development, event planning and execution, and other areas, as appropriate;   
• Plan and organize meetings, retreats, working groups, and other gatherings, including creating agendas, materials, and presentations, as needed;   
• Support the Senior Director and Deputy Director of Restorative Justice Practices in managing daily administrative and strategic operations, including tracking progress on a wide-range of initiatives;   
• Assist with the facilitation of restorative justice responses for misdemeanor and felonies on a range of interpersonal harm including serious injuries and fatalities; and
• Other relevant tasks as necessary.   

Qualifications:  

• Bachelor's degree with at least 2-3 years of relevant experience or equivalent experience;  
• Possess an understanding of the framework and principles of restorative justice and practices;  
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills;   
• Some experience with restorative justice facilitation preferred;   
• Candidates must have the ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds in a culturally-competent manner;   
• Proficient with word processing and database programs (preferably familiar with Microsoft 365 including Word, Excel, Suite) and design platforms (e.g. Canva);   
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously;   
• Willingness to travel within New York City and to jurisdictions outside of the state; occasional evenings and weekends required;    
• An approach to system-change work that includes humility, humor, and steadfastness to one’s values are a huge plus.   

Position Type: Full time.

Position Location: Midtown Manhattan. Minimum of 2-3 days a week on-site at our headquarters facility with travel within the five boroughs to other sites and occasional travel. 

Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $58,200 - $79,400 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.