Overview
Minnesota Justice Research Center Associate Director Jobs in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA at Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
Organization Overview
The Minnesota Justice Research Center (MNJRC) is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to driving meaningful change to Minnesota’s criminal legal system through rigorous and community-centered research,education, and policy development. We seek a criminal legal system that promotes public safety by being more equitable, accountable, and restorative in delivering justice. Our mission is:
Through research,education, and policy development, we [the Minnesota Justice Research Center] help[s] our community create a criminal legal system that advances justice and safety for all.
Position Overview
The MNJRC is a rapidly growing organization with a powerful vision to transform the criminal legal system. This position providesstrategic leadership, overseeing finance, communications, staff supervision, and board relations while supporting the Executive Director in organizational management.This position providesleadershipto operations, communications, and finance while supervising a team of Directors responsible for research,education, and policy development.
Key Responsibilities
Organizational Management
Partner with Executive Director to develop and track annual work plans for Directors.
SuperviseLeadershipTeam consisting of:
Research Director
Director ofCommunity Impact(Education)
Policy Director
Communications Manager
Partner with the ED and Office Manager to coordinate efforts with the Board of Directors.
Financial Management
Work with Office Manager to staff Finance Committee meetings and liaise with accounting contractors (The Difference Principle – TDP).
In partnership with the Executive Director, Treasurer, and TDP staff, oversee organizational and project budget.
Work with Office Manager to manage contract invoicing, payments, and grant reporting.
Partner with the ED to oversee financial processes including deposits, credit card reconciliation, and audit preparation.
Partner with TDP to ensure compliance with fiduciary requirements and annual filings.
Joint Supervision of Administrative and Communications Management
In partnership with the ED, supervise Administrative and Office Manager to ensure delivery of organizational operations.
In partnership with the ED, supervise Communications Manager.
Required Qualifications
Experience managing nonprofit organizations, including in a supervisory role.
Experience working with a Board of Directors.
Experience managing multiple priorities in afast-paced environment.
Deepattention to detailand strong organization skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work with people with adiversityof experiences.
Ability to work as part of a team in adynamic environment.
A self-starter mentality while also able to report to, clearly communicate with, and respond to a team.
A deep commitment to understanding and transforming how we think about justice in Minnesota.
Preferred Qualifications
A minimum of three years of demonstrated success inleadershipin nonprofit organizations.
Experience working with adiversityof partners.
Demonstrated success in growing an organization.
Experience working with and engagingdiversepopulations.
Individuals who identify as BIPOC/LGBTQIA+/Different Abilities are encouraged to apply.
Dedicated to fostering awork environmentwith a strong sense of belonging.
How To Apply
Please send a brief (1-2 page) cover letter, resume, and three professional references all in one document (PDF preferred) to…
Title: Minnesota Justice Research Center Associate Director
Company: Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Category: Management, Non-Profit
