Role Overview

As a Product Manager at Measures for Justice, you will be an integral player in the development and success of our product portfolio. Partnering closely with our Product Manager II and Director of Product Strategy, you will help steward the full product lifecycle for your assigned product area(s), including discovery and development of new products. Your collaboration with cross-functional teams from various levels across the organization will ensure that we are delivering high-quality products to help communities reshape the criminal justice system.

Key Responsibilities

• Clearly communicate the vision, strategy, and roadmap for assigned product area(s) to internal stakeholders

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive timely and high-quality product development from concept to launch ensuring solutions create value and address problems 

• Prioritize and manage the backlog for assigned product area(s), making data-driven decisions to ensuring we are doing the right work at the right time 

• Continuously gather feedback and conduct discovery to identify opportunities for product enhancements and new development.

• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, provide updates, manage expectations, and address concerns

• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging by modeling inclusive behaviors and proactively managing bias

Your Experience

• Proven experience with product management methodologies, processes, and best practices

• Demonstrated understanding of the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) through previous work with engineering teams

• Experience in managing product backlogs, prioritizing features, and making data-driven decisions to drive product development

• Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze user feedback, conduct user interviews, and utilize data analytics to iterate and improve products

• Fluency working with Shortcut or other related software development management tools, like Jira, Asana, and other related tools

• Experience working with tools such as Aha!, Roadmunk, or other related roadmapping software tools

• Strong communication, listening, and collaboration skills, enabling effective cross-functional teamwork and stakeholder management

Bonus Points

• Product management certification(s)

• Experience with market research and analysis in criminal justice or across 2+ industries

If you do not have the skills/experience mentioned in the bonus points section, we still encourage you to apply!

Benefits

• Meaningful work that contributes to positive social change

• Collaborative and inclusive work environment fostering growth and work-life balance

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Generous paid time off, including 20 days vacation, 10 sick days, 15 paid holidays (including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day!), and 2 days of community service

• Reduced hours on summer Fridays

• Paid parental leave

• 401k matching up to 3% of annual salary

• Professional development opportunities via Bravely, Coursera, and more

• Flexible work arrangements, including remote and hybrid work, for eligible positions

• Full technology package including computer, monitors, bluetooth devices, and more

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Measures for Justice is committed to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our workplace. We strive to create a welcoming environment for people of all backgrounds by eradicating barriers to access and opportunity. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

EEO Statement

Measures for Justice provides equal employment opportunity 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. 

Legal Requirements

Background checks will be conducted for candidates who receive an offer of employment and employment will be contingent on the evaluation of any information received consistent with applicable laws. Follow-up background checks will be conducted on employees after each five years of employment.