DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate, prioritize, evaluate, and report on the progress of agreed-upon goals, objectives, and tasks that achieve the long- and short-range strategic priorities of the CJCC.
- Facilitate collaboration and communication between CJCC members and other governmental and non-governmental agencies, including but not limited to local elected officials, law enforcement, courts, prosecution, defense, probation, public health, community services, alcohol and drug treatment providers, and mental health service providers.
- Identify opportunities and recommend adjustments in criminal justice policies, procedures, and programs to the CJCC, based on research, evidence-based practices, and state and federal laws.
- Develop and disseminate information to promote transparency and enhance public understanding of criminal justice programs, services, activities, regulations, objectives, and administrative proceedings to a broad audience, including the public, community groups, public agencies, and private organizations.
- Advance the development of key measures and assessment tools to track progress toward CJCC priorities and the overall performance of the system; engage stakeholders to establish baseline measures and set system and program performance targets.
- Promote and advance the use of data across and between systems, including the sharing, governance, coordination, and integration of key data among relevant stakeholders.
- Identify, apply for, and manage federal, state, and private grants.
- Utilize various forms of traditional and social media to enhance participation, awareness, and outreach objectives.
- Produce regular reports on the CJCC and criminal justice system, including an annual CJCC report, and present findings to diverse audiences, including government administrators, elected officials, and the public.
- Advance understanding of racial and ethnic disparities in the local criminal justice system and pursue meaningful avenues to expand inclusion of the community—especially communities of color—in decision-making.
- Administer and maintain the business of the CJCC, including preparation of an annual budget, curation of CJCC bylaws, reports, and other documents, orientation of new council members and stakeholders, and ongoing development of strategic direction for the CJCC.
- Serve as a lead to subordinate staff and interns, as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the CJCC, CJCC Executive Committee, or the County Manager.
*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Social Work, Political Science, Law, or related field.
- Eight (8) years of work experience as it pertains to the purpose of the position.
*Any equivalent combination related to education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:- Employee must successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
- Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
- Employee must possess a valid New Mexico driver's license by employment date and retain a valid license while employed in this position.
- Employee must complete the required FEMA training(s) as assigned to the position.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Employee often will work alone or without the direction from a supervisor.
- Flexible work hours may be required.
- Work will be performed in an office setting.
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS
- Equipment typically used to perform administrative duties includes the telephone, computer, telefax machine, photocopy machine, page, and two-way radio.
- May operate a county vehicle.
- Materials and products typically handled in the performance of administrative duties include a wide variety of forms and paperwork, reports, various writing utensils, and a wide assortment of other basic office supplies and materials.