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OCRJC is Hiring!

OCRJC seeks motivated and highly organized individuals to join our organization! We provide a supportive team environment, that values your well-being and voice. OCRJC is committed to diversity, equity, and belonging, recognizing and respecting that all perspectives and experiences are valuable to our team and essential to our public service. BIPOC, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ applicants, and people from other underrepresented groups, are encouraged to apply.

 

Co-Executive Director

 

Co-Executive Director & Pre-Conviction Program Director

Hours: 24 hours per week
Pay Range: $25-27.00 per hour

Organizational Relationships 

Reports to:        OCRJC Board of Trustees 

Supervises:   Pre-Conviction Program Coordinators, other staff and interns as needed.           

Purpose of Position 

Collaborate with the other Co-Executive Director to effectively manage the Orange County Restorative Justice Center and its intersection between the correctional system, the Attorney General’s Office, mental health agencies, substance misuse programs, and the issues of race, culture and poverty.  The Co-director will oversee direct service and case management related to the programs within the Attorney General’s Office and oversee the work of the Finance position to ensure that all funds are handled correctly. 

 The overarching theme of the services offered by both Co-Executive Directors will be to provide clear agency and staff oversight, and a supportive, positive, and strengths-focused environment in which human connection and supportive guidance increases positive outcomes for organizational development, staff retention, volunteer retention and program participants.   

Duties 

  • As a part-time employee, the director should maintain a schedule of 24 hours per week, subject to pre-approved paid time off.  
  • Maintain scheduled office attendance, preferably during normal business hours Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30, unless out of office for meeting or other assigned duties and communicate clearly about plans for remote work.  
  • Adheres to VT Department of Corrections (DOC) Work Rules and program policies, OCRJC Client Confidentiality, and Attorney General’s Office NDA and Diversion Program policies and procedures as applicable.  
  • Secures and completes all required paperwork including timesheets, mileage reimbursement etc.  
  • Supervise all staff under the AGO funding. 
  • Supervise the Financial position, including all grant funds management and financial reports.
  • Supervise the Administrative position.
  • Provide quarterly statistics and assists in producing quarterly and annual AGO statistics and ensures receipt of data by appropriate internal AGO program coordinators. 
  • Attends statewide meetings of the AGO/Diversion Network in coordination with the Co-Ex Director. 
  • Attends staff meetings; participates in staff internal and external projects; participates in grant/fund development activities; participates in program and agency trainings.
  • Attend OCRJC Board of Trustee meetings and provide monthly reports in coordination with the Co-Executive Director.
  • Attend county stakeholder meetings, play an active role in coalition activities and initiatives in coordination with Co-Executive Director.  
  • Other duties as needed.

Desired Minimum Qualifications 

Education and Experience 

  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in human services, social work, criminal justice or related field OR six years of experience in these fields. 
  • Minimum of two years of experience (can include internships or volunteer work) working with complex adults; experience with trauma informed care, substance abuse, mental health, strongly preferred. 
  • Must have exceptional communication, organizational and systems management skills. 

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

  • Training in and sensitivity to: (1) formerly incarcerated adults 2) trauma and mental health issues 3) addiction and recovery 4) domestic and intimate partner violence 5) poverty and homelessness; 
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interview adults using Motivational Interviewing skills; 
  • Knowledge and understanding of racial injustice and oppression of marginalized communities, and the complex intersection of systemic racism and oppression with the criminal legal system; 
  • Patience, reliability, good judgment, respect for diversity, and excellent communication skills; 
  • Knowledge in grant oversight and reporting;
  • Strong time management, record keeping and computer skills; 
  • Well-developed sense of professional and personal boundaries; 

Other 

  • Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation. 
  • Must pass required criminal background checks. 

Job Category:  Non- Exempt 

If you are interested in learning more about this position, please email Interim Director, Kym Anderson, at director@ocrjvt.org .

 

Coordinator of Finance

 

Position Summary 

The responsibility of the Coordinator of Finance is to efficiently and effectively manage OCRJC’s finances.  The position plays a key role in ensuring sound financial policies to support an efficient, organizational work environment.  The Coordinator of Finance works closely with the Co-Executive Directors (ED). 

Hours: 16-20 hrs per week

Pay: $23-25 per hour Negotiable based on experience.  
Benefits: Paid time off, paid holidays and employer contribution to retirement savings. 

The Work 

 Financial Management & Planning:

  • Fulfill all bookkeeping, revenue tracking and payroll needs of the organization. 
  • Oversee all OCRJC accounts, ensuring the efficient use of resources and seeking cost-competitive opportunities for savings and efficiencies. 
  • Manage relationships with vendors, external auditors and the audit process. 
  • Ensure all legal financial filings are completed thoroughly, accurately and in a timely manner. 
  • Manage financial and administrative compliance and reporting requirements for government contracts and grants (state and federal) and private grants, including serving as the financial liaison with grant/contract subcontractors and sub-awardees. 
  • Ensure the integrity and efficiency of OCRJC financial systems. Work with the ED to maintain and develop internal controls. 
  • Support the ED with the annual budgeting process, including building budgets collaboratively with program staff, and managing budgets throughout the year.  
  • Prepare all financial analysis and reporting to assist ED and board in decision making and in monitoring finances.  
  • Prepare budgets and spending reports to support grant proposals and reporting. 
  • Monitor and report on budget progress toward earned and contributed revenue goals; highlight areas with need for attention and/or make recommendations for new approaches. Work with ED to manage expenditures and program budgets. 
  • Support the HR person in analyzing costs when investigating benefit service providers and assist with the review of benefits offerings annually. 
  • Monitor administrative and capital expenditures. 
  • Participate in board meetings when requested and act as a liaison between board and staff. 

 Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in business, accounting, or public administration, or related field OR five years of experience in the above fields. 
  • Minimum of two years’ experience working in financial management.
  • Fully competent in QuickBooks on-line and Microsoft products including Excel, Outlook, and Teams and working in a cloud-based office environment. 
  • Strong communication skills, including written, phone and online. 
  • High standards of confidentiality and professional boundaries, attention to detail, record keeping and follow through. 
  • Proven skills in organizational and program budgeting, financial management, grant management and reporting for both private and public donors. 
  • High level of integrity and ethics. 

Extras – (will train): 

  • Knowledge of databases and ability to set up and act as administrator on program data databases.  

Requirements:

The Finance & Operations Manager must meet the requirements for Department of Corrections background checks, have a valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation. 

 

OCRJC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an organization that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.

 

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