Inside Higher Ed · 2 hours ago
IMRP Educational Program Manager 1
Storrs Mansfield, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expInside Higher Ed is seeking an Educational Program Manager 1 to oversee the Connecticut Sentencing Commission. This role involves managing day-to-day operations, coordinating research projects, and providing administrative leadership to ensure the Commission meets its goals and priorities.
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Responsibilities
Plans, directs, and administers the Connecticut Sentencing Commission, assuring compliance with enabling laws, and developing the Commission’s budgets and meeting agendas
Plans and directs the research, evaluation, and monitoring activities of the Connecticut Sentencing Commission consistent with the Commission’s mission, statutory charge, and updates the Commission on research and policy developments related to sentencing practices on a nationwide basis
Directs the day-to-day operation and administration of the Connecticut Sentencing Commission in accordance with the Commission’s goals and objectives. Oversees coordination for the Commission’s activities and logistics and prepares necessary reports
Ensures all work activities are completed in accordance with the Commission’s goals and objectives
Oversees the writing and editing of Commission documents, including legislative drafting
Drafts and prepares reports of the Commission for submission to internal and external entities
Leads the planning, development, design, and evaluation of the Commission’s activities. Collects and analyzes Commission data and participates in evaluating the Commission’s effectiveness
Represents the Commission to the General Assembly, Executive and Judicial branches, municipalities, practitioners, academics, and sentencing commissions in other states, etc
Works with the Commission Chair and UConn leadership to develop legislative budget requests and formulate an annual budget based on available resources. Manages the approved program budget. Identifies and solicits external funding opportunities, including local, state, and federal grants, to provide sufficient funding for Commission staff and/or assist the Commission in furthering its mission and statutory charge
Manages the Commission budget and operational needs to achieve its goals and priorities effectively
Manages professional and non-professional staff, as well as business and administrative operations of the Commission
Develops and oversees all Memoranda of Understanding with Partnering entities, including but not limited to other universities and colleges and state agencies
Works to ensure that all Institute and other university policies and procedures are followed in accordance with university rules and regulations
Provides accurate and timely information as requested or directed by the Commission
Trains, supervises, evaluates, and coordinates the activities of Commission staff. Determines work schedules and assignments to meet the Commission’s needs most effectively
Engages in public relations and promotional activities for the Commission. Implements recruiting and promotional strategies in the area of responsibility
Updates the Commission’s website and ensures compliance of all Commission activities with the Connecticut Freedom of Information laws as applicable
Contributes to planning outreach programs, conferences, meetings, and seminars
Performs related work as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in public policy, public administration, Law, criminology, sociology, economics, political science, or a related field, and six to seven years of relevant experience in research, policy development, legislative affairs, or program administration. At least two years of professional experience serving in a senior, supervisory, or project lead capacity, including responsibility for managing staff, overseeing complex initiatives, or directing collaborations
Demonstrated experience in criminal justice policy and sentencing practices, including familiarity with state and federal sentencing laws, research methodologies, and national trends in sentencing reform
Organizational and administrative skills, including budget development and oversight, grant writing and management, and coordination of multi-agency or institutional partnerships
Interpersonal and communication skills, with experience acting as a liaison to government agencies, legislators, academic partners, and community stakeholders, and a demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships
Preferred
Master's degree in public policy, public administration, Law, criminology, sociology, economics, political science, or a related field, and six years of relevant experience in research, policy development, legislative affairs, or program administration
Ph.D. or Juris Doctor (J.D.) in Criminal Justice, Public Policy, Law, or a related field, with a strong record of academic research or policy work in sentencing, criminal justice reform, or legal studies
Six or more years of experience working directly with sentencing commissions, legislative bodies, or criminal justice agencies, particularly in a policy advisory or leadership capacity
Demonstrated experience writing and editing high-quality reports, policy documents, and legislative language, with strong attention to detail and experience communicating complex legal or policy issues clearly to a variety of audiences
Demonstrated success in securing and managing external funding, including grants from state, federal, or private sources to support public policy or criminal justice initiatives
Company
Inside Higher Ed
Inside Higher Ed is the online source for news, opinion, and jobs related to higher education.
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Funding
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2006-08-31Series Unknown
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