Center for Justice Innovation
Working with communities and systems to cultivate lasting forms of safety. (Formerly the Center for Court Innovation)
Community Courts • Problem-Solving Justice • Justice Reform • Demonstration Projects • Public Policy
201 - 500
Legal Policy Advisor, New York Legal Policy
February 29
🏢 In-office - Manhattan
Center for Justice Innovation
Working with communities and systems to cultivate lasting forms of safety. (Formerly the Center for Court Innovation)
Community Courts • Problem-Solving Justice • Justice Reform • Demonstration Projects • Public Policy
201 - 500
Description
• Assist with reducing pretrial case delays and improving efficiency in criminal cases • Engage with stakeholders to identify and propose solutions for delays in case resolution • Advise court staff and assist in operationalizing case processing initiatives • Develop a program to review individuals in custody for jail alternatives • Liaise with legal system stakeholders, agencies, and organizations for policy and operational reforms • Evaluate project initiatives with researchers • Prepare written materials and publications • Expand the Center's work on policy issues through grant proposals and activities • Perform additional relevant tasks as needed
Requirements
• J.D. and minimum 4 years of criminal law experience in New York City • Working knowledge of NYC criminal justice policy landscape and relevant stakeholders • Experience collaborating with multiple criminal justice agencies • Strong writing and analytical skills • Intergovernmental affairs and/or policy experience preferred
Benefits
• Comprehensive healthcare with a national network • Free basic dental coverage • Vision insurance • Short-term and long-term disability • Life insurance • Flexible spending accounts including commuter FSA • Mental health care services like Talkspace and Ginger through healthcare plans • 403(b) retirement plan with a two-to-one employer contribution up to 5%
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