Justice Navigator

Position Description

Duties/Responsibilities

(Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.)

Participates in the day-to-day operational and support activities of a functional program or work unit;

Provides administrative and other support essential to the completion of program objectives;

Organizes, schedules and conducts various departmental meetings;

Participates in program activities with other departments, governmental agencies and the public;

Provides internal services support by participating in activities with other departments such as Human Resources, Information Technology, Budget, Finance, Purchasing, etc.;

Establishes and maintains liaison with various outside agencies, groups and concerns;

Conducts surveys to gather information for studies or research;

Participates in the development of program goals and objectives and program budgets;

Researches, analyzes and reports on program activities;

May supervise daily staff activities;

May assist in performing public relations activities by speaking and giving demonstrations.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Knowledge of:

• practices of program operations and administration;
• principles and practices of budgeting, accounting and financial management;
• principles and practices of effective supervision;
• practices and procedures for providing internal services.

• developing program goals and objectives;
• explaining and demonstrating program activities and requirements to the public;
• communicating effectively, both orally and in writing;
• supervising, training and evaluating support personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in management, public or business administration or a field closely related to the program area, as determined by the appointing authority and one year of experience directly related to the nature of the program.

• Experience working with individuals who have recently been released from police custody or jail, including providing referrals for treatment, housing, and other community resources.
• Experience with/knowledge of developing partnerships with other agencies, collaboratives, associations, and community organizations.
• Experience utilizing best practices and evidence-based programming to provide encouragement, support, and resources to individuals involved with the justice system.
• Certified Peer Specialist and/or identify as an individual with personal experience within the criminal justice system.

Supplemental Information

Licenses and Certificates: A valid driver's license is required at the time of application. Valid AZ driver's license is required at the time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine the applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.

Special Notice Item: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.