Location: Full Time - Rochester, NY
Measures for Justice is a non-partisan, fast-paced, entrepreneurial non-profit on a mission to make good criminal justice data available and actionable to spur reform. Since 2011, we have pioneered a methodology to compare how different justice systems perform on the county level and led the charge to improve county-level criminal justice data. While we do not advocate for any specific reforms, we do work to make change possible by increasing system transparency, accessibility, and accountability. We’ve got world-class criminal justice data and technology chops. And a culture that demands excellence, rigor and people who like to make good ideas come to life. Our Premise
Local communities and the institutions that serve them are in the best position to reshape how their criminal justice system works. What Problem Is MFJ Trying to Solve?
The data communities need to make informed decisions about system performance and change are in short supply. The same goes for accountability and transparency. As a result, communities and the institutions that serve them are not equipped to work together on lasting change.
How Does MFJ Aim To Solve This Problem?
We’ve developed a new model for the community and the prosecutor/police/courts to work together to create a space for making criminal justice data transparent and shared goals public via a public dashboard called Commons.
The Job
In this role, you will serve as a member of the internal operations team, which provides key support in helping MFJ to carry out its mission. Your focus will be on helping to build a welcoming environment for staff as well as visitors, which includes responsibility for calendar management and assisting with organizational events. We are looking for someone who is willing to pitch in where needed, with work and ideas, to create a better MFJ experience for everyone. This position will report directly to the Sr. Administrative Assistant.
What You Will Do
Assist with the development and maintenance of organizational calendars
Help to build the MFJ culture and support employee engagement through suggesting and assisting with organizational events (celebrations, luncheons, meetings, etc.)
Assist with summarizing and submitting the expense reports for members of the Executive Team
Provide support to teams with basic online research and documentation
Provide general meeting support as needed (scheduling, note taking, follow-up)
Knowledge of customer relationship management software (ex: Salesforce) to perform data entry tasks needed to support fundraising efforts and other organizational needs
Assist the development team with correspondence, acknowledgement, and gift entry coordination.
General awareness of anticipated visitors to the office; greet and assist visitors upon arrival. Answer phones and provide presence at reception
Assist Sr. Administrative Assistant with ordering office supplies and general office maintenance as needed
Administrative functions such as filing, paperwork, printing/binding presentations, organizing expense reports, mail, and other miscellaneous tasks.
Provide general office support and help for all employees.
Represent Measures for Justice internally and externally in accordance with our culture code
About You
Required:
Two to three years prior experience in an administrative assistant role
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and willingness to follow-up as needed
Excellent computer skills – familiarity with office and google suite
Desire to be proactive and create a positive experience for others
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Preferred:
Familiarity with project management software: Monday, Shortcut, Jira
Prior experience with database or relationship management software: Salesforce
Prior experience supporting product or tech teams
Next Steps
Review of applications will begin ASAP and continue until the position is filled.
Measures for Justice (MFJ) is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to eradicating barriers to access and opportunity and strive to create a welcoming environment for people of all backgrounds. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a casual work environment. Our office is wheelchair accessible. In addition, Measures for Justice will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process, please contact Jill Wesley at jill.wesley@measuresforjustice.org.
We know that only by bringing together our diverse perspectives can we begin to understand and innovatively tackle the complex issues we engage with. We acknowledge there is a lot of work to be done to ensure we are embodying these principles in our workplace and our work, and we are deeply committed to this ongoing practice. Our work is the data; our heart is the people.
It is the policy of Measures for Justice to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.