Center for Justice Innovation
Engagement Coordinator, Neighborhood Safety Councils
Center for Justice Innovation, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
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The Center for Justice Innovation is a community justice organization that centers safety and racial justice. Since our founding in 1996, the Center has partnered with community members, courts, and the people most impacted to create stronger, healthier, more just communities. Our decades of experience in courts and communities, coupled with our field-leading research and practitioner expertise, help us drive justice nationwide in innovative, powerful, and durable ways. For more information on how and where we work, please visit www.innovatingjustice.org. The Center is a 900-employee, $130 million nonprofit that accomplishes its vision through three pillars of work: creating and scaling operating programs to test new ideas and solve problems, performing original research to determine what works (and what doesn’t), and providing expert assistance and policy guidance to justice reformers around the world. The Opportunity
Since 2011, the Brownsville Community Justice Center (BCJC), an operating project of the Center, has worked to address systemic inequality, enhance public safety, and create opportunities for residents to lead in building a safer, more equitable community. The Neighborhood Safety Council (NSC) builds on BCJC’s decade of community-driven work, serving as a platform for residents, government partners, and community stakeholders to co-design and implement initiatives that improve safety, foster economic opportunity, and reduce reliance on the justice system. The Engagement Coordinator will play a key role in building and sustaining community participation in the NSC, with a focus on recruiting, developing and managing a Youth Leadership Council (YLC) that amplifies the voices of young people in shaping community safety strategies and executing public design projects. Reporting directly to the Program Manager, the Engagement Coordinator will design youth-focused leadership opportunities, facilitate skill-building workshops, and ensure that youth perspectives are integrated into the NSC’s priorities and decision-making processes. This position is ideal for someone passionate about youth development, community organizing, and leadership cultivation. Responsibilities
Youth Leadership Council Development & Management:
Design, launch, and manage the Youth Leadership Council (YLC), recruiting participants from across Brownsville, with an emphasis on those directly impacted by the justice system; Facilitate regular YLC meetings, workshops, and leadership development sessions that build skills in advocacy, public speaking, community organizing, and policy engagement; Support youth in developing and implementing action plans that contribute to community safety, economic mobility, and systemic change; and Provide mentorship, coaching, and individualized support to youth leaders
Community Engagement & Outreach:
Conduct targeted outreach to recruit youth and residents for the YLC and other NSC activities, using both digital platforms and on-the-ground engagement; Coordinate inclusive and accessible forums, workshops, and events to encourage youth and resident participation in NSC activities; and Collaborate with local schools, community-based organizations, and service providers to connect youth with opportunities and resources
Partnership Building & Collaboration:
Work closely with the Program Manager to cultivate partnerships with youth-serving organizations, city agencies (DYCD, DOE, etc.), and community groups to enhance youth leadership opportunities; and Engage stakeholders to support youth-led initiatives and ensure alignment with broader NSC goals
Program Administration & Evaluation:
Track participation, attendance, and outcomes for the YLC, ensuring accurate data entry and reporting; Gather youth feedback and integrate lessons learned into ongoing program development; Support grant compliance by contributing to reports, documentation, and communication with funders and partners; and Additional tasks as necessary
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in youth development, education, social work, or a related field required; equivalent lived/professional experience will be considered; Minimum 2–3 years of experience in youth development, community organizing, or leadership training required; Experience working with young people ages 14–24, particularly those impacted by the justice system or economic hardship; Strong facilitation and group management skills, with the ability to engage diverse groups of youth and residents; Demonstrated commitment to equity, restorative justice, and community-led approaches; Excellent organizational and communication skills; Familiarity with Brownsville or Central Brooklyn communities strongly preferred; and Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for youth and community events Position Type:
Full-time, Monday- Friday from 10:00am - 6:00pm. Position Location:
Brownsville, New York. Compensation:
The compensation for this position is $60,000. 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.
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Engagement Coordinator, Neighborhood Safety Councils 4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. The Organization
The Center for Justice Innovation is a community justice organization that centers safety and racial justice. Since our founding in 1996, the Center has partnered with community members, courts, and the people most impacted to create stronger, healthier, more just communities. Our decades of experience in courts and communities, coupled with our field-leading research and practitioner expertise, help us drive justice nationwide in innovative, powerful, and durable ways. For more information on how and where we work, please visit www.innovatingjustice.org. The Center is a 900-employee, $130 million nonprofit that accomplishes its vision through three pillars of work: creating and scaling operating programs to test new ideas and solve problems, performing original research to determine what works (and what doesn’t), and providing expert assistance and policy guidance to justice reformers around the world. The Opportunity
Since 2011, the Brownsville Community Justice Center (BCJC), an operating project of the Center, has worked to address systemic inequality, enhance public safety, and create opportunities for residents to lead in building a safer, more equitable community. The Neighborhood Safety Council (NSC) builds on BCJC’s decade of community-driven work, serving as a platform for residents, government partners, and community stakeholders to co-design and implement initiatives that improve safety, foster economic opportunity, and reduce reliance on the justice system. The Engagement Coordinator will play a key role in building and sustaining community participation in the NSC, with a focus on recruiting, developing and managing a Youth Leadership Council (YLC) that amplifies the voices of young people in shaping community safety strategies and executing public design projects. Reporting directly to the Program Manager, the Engagement Coordinator will design youth-focused leadership opportunities, facilitate skill-building workshops, and ensure that youth perspectives are integrated into the NSC’s priorities and decision-making processes. This position is ideal for someone passionate about youth development, community organizing, and leadership cultivation. Responsibilities
Youth Leadership Council Development & Management:
Design, launch, and manage the Youth Leadership Council (YLC), recruiting participants from across Brownsville, with an emphasis on those directly impacted by the justice system; Facilitate regular YLC meetings, workshops, and leadership development sessions that build skills in advocacy, public speaking, community organizing, and policy engagement; Support youth in developing and implementing action plans that contribute to community safety, economic mobility, and systemic change; and Provide mentorship, coaching, and individualized support to youth leaders
Community Engagement & Outreach:
Conduct targeted outreach to recruit youth and residents for the YLC and other NSC activities, using both digital platforms and on-the-ground engagement; Coordinate inclusive and accessible forums, workshops, and events to encourage youth and resident participation in NSC activities; and Collaborate with local schools, community-based organizations, and service providers to connect youth with opportunities and resources
Partnership Building & Collaboration:
Work closely with the Program Manager to cultivate partnerships with youth-serving organizations, city agencies (DYCD, DOE, etc.), and community groups to enhance youth leadership opportunities; and Engage stakeholders to support youth-led initiatives and ensure alignment with broader NSC goals
Program Administration & Evaluation:
Track participation, attendance, and outcomes for the YLC, ensuring accurate data entry and reporting; Gather youth feedback and integrate lessons learned into ongoing program development; Support grant compliance by contributing to reports, documentation, and communication with funders and partners; and Additional tasks as necessary
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in youth development, education, social work, or a related field required; equivalent lived/professional experience will be considered; Minimum 2–3 years of experience in youth development, community organizing, or leadership training required; Experience working with young people ages 14–24, particularly those impacted by the justice system or economic hardship; Strong facilitation and group management skills, with the ability to engage diverse groups of youth and residents; Demonstrated commitment to equity, restorative justice, and community-led approaches; Excellent organizational and communication skills; Familiarity with Brownsville or Central Brooklyn communities strongly preferred; and Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for youth and community events Position Type:
Full-time, Monday- Friday from 10:00am - 6:00pm. Position Location:
Brownsville, New York. Compensation:
The compensation for this position is $60,000. 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.
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