Credible Messenger

The NYC Department of Probation (DOP) is a world leader in working creatively and effectively engaging with people under court-mandated community supervision. Through innovative partnerships with people and organizations throughout New York City, DOP provides opportunities for those on probation to access services and opportunities that positively impact their life trajectory. Following the best current data on “what works,” staff at DOP engage in meaningful relationships with those on probation in an effort to enhance community safety and decrease recidivism.

The Department of Probation is seeking to hire two (2) Community Coordinators to serve as Credible Messengers and liaise with the Credible Messenger Justice Center (CMJC). CMJC is an intersectional and cross-disciplinary partnership focused on expanding knowledge and resources in Credible Messaging.

The Credible Messengers Responsibilities Will Include The Following

• Participate in developing planning, recruitment, and implementation strategies with respect to all aspects of CMJCs work.
• Play an active and as appropriate leading role in program design and implementation, working closely with CMJC partners, other agencies in the justice system and community-based groups.
• Provide support to stakeholders, new and existing partnerships, and other relationships, as appropriate, including but not limited to handling logistics for meetings and events, such as drafting agendas, taking meeting minutes, and following up with action items.
• Share learning and best practices with diverse audiences and represent DOP/CMJC at various community or key stakeholder programs.
• Provide lead logistical planning for CMJC annual conference.
• Engage with CMJC Advisory Council by keeping them informed of CMJC activities and inviting their participation and/or collaboration.
• Maintain CMJC mailing list; design and distribute weekly CMJC newsletter and promotional materials to mailing list or as otherwise appropriate with a special emphasis on social media and develop innovative collateral materials tailored to the needs of the justice-involved population.
• Act as liaison with DOP management, personnel, and staff to increase staff awareness and engagement with CMJC initiatives.
• Develop a system for tracking and triaging initiatives and requests so that deliverables are met on time.
• Compile, review, and submit metrics and provide evaluation, coordination, and analytic support to initiatives and new projects, working closely with all partners and stakeholders.
• Implement creative methods of expanding the CMJC network and of promoting the work and reach of CMJC.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
• High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and exercise a high degree of initiative to accomplish tasks and solve problems. - Experience working with community-based organizations and/or knowledge and experience with contracts, grants, budgets and other administrative systems. - Excellent interpersonal, collaborative and team skills strong written and oral communication. - Ability to communicate and share information with populations with diverse learning styles and abilities.
  
  

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

, $59,116.00 – $91,768.00