Compliance Specialist, Alternatives to Incarceration

Center for Justice Innovation•New York, NY

11d•$52,000 - $65,400•Onsite

About The Position

Brooklyn Justice Initiatives offers people an opportunity to change the direction of their lives. The program transforms how people navigate the legal process of criminal court in Brooklyn, NY, and helps them avoid the harmful effects of incarceration. It provides meaningful early diversion, supervised release for people awaiting trial, and alternative sentencing options. Brooklyn Justice Initiatives is seeking a Compliance Specialist. Reporting to the Manager of Court Operations & Compliance, the Compliance Specialist will implement and execute strategies to ensure accurate compliance tracking and reporting for the Alternatives to Incarceration team at BJI. The Compliance Specialist will also assist all Brooklyn Justice Initiatives with compliance concerns, audits, and data collection and entry. The Compliance Specialist will ensure programmatic deliverables are being met and provide both internal feedback and written updates to the Court including defense attorneys, Assistant District Attorneys, clerks, and Judges on a regular basis. The Compliance Specialist is also responsible for working with the Manager of Court Operations and Compliance and Resource Coordinators to oversee the accuracy of internal data and execute quality assurance of BJI’s practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of experience working in a criminal court setting and/or human service field, or 3-4 years’ experience in the criminal justice field as an equivalency
Exceptional capacity to be detail-oriented in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrates ability to identify discrepancies, maintain data integrity, and communicate corrective actions to staff in a professional, collaborative, and solutions-oriented manner
Comfortable providing feedback and technical assistance to staff regarding documentation, data quality, and compliance requirements
Strong Microsoft Excel, organization, and communication skills, in addition to strong writing ability, are a must
Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds in a culturally responsive manner
Professional demeanor and ability to communicate appropriately with judges and other court personnel is required
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment

Responsibilities

Conduct routine audits of Brooklyn Justice Initiatives programs, including compliance and internal quality assurance reviews
Track participant engagement and progress in accordance with program requirements and grant deliverables
Prepare and distribute written compliance and non-compliance reports to judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, clerks, and other court stakeholders
Generate daily and weekly compliance memoranda detailing participant mandates, court dates, and case outcomes
Coordinate with court staff to provide accurate information regarding participant eligibility, compliance status, and case progress
Maintain accurate participant information in electronic databases, including mandate details, court outcomes, and other required program data
Review participant records, compliance reports, and database entries for accuracy and completeness, providing guidance and technical assistance to staff to resolve discrepancies and improve data quality
Support data collection, entry, verification, and reporting efforts
Work with the Manager of Court Operations and Resource Coordinators to ensure data accuracy and consistency across programs
Partner with the Data Analytics & Applied Research team to strengthen quality assurance practices and improve data integrity
Review internal trends and practices to support program evaluation and operational improvements
Track warrant and return-on-warrant activity and collaborate with program staff to facilitate participant re-engagement and support successful compliance with court mandates
Collaborate with Resource Coordinators, managers, and program staff to resolve mandate discrepancies, obtain court outcomes, and address compliance-related issues
Coordinate across BJI programs to monitor and support participants involved in multiple initiatives, including Alternatives to Incarceration programs
Assist with the development and implementation of new programs, protocols, initiatives, and interventions
Support staff onboarding and training initiatives
Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and project events, including occasional after-hours events with advance notice
Additional tasks as needed