Product Manager I/II

This position requires candidates to live within a 50-mile radius of Rochester, NY.

Location: Rochester, NY

Work Arrangement: Onsite, hybrid, or work-from-home

Hours: Full-Time

Salary Scale:

Level I: $123,248

Level II: $133,109

To be considered for the role, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship and residents of Rochester, NY.

About Measures for Justice

Measures for Justice is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization dedicated to developing tools and services that help communities, including the institutions that serve them, reshape how the criminal justice system works. Since 2011, we have been collecting, standardizing, and publishing criminal justice data to increase transparency, accessibility, and accountability. We’re leading a movement to change the future of criminal justice.

Role Overview

As a Product Manager I/II at Measures for Justice, you will be an integral player in the development and success of our product portfolio. Partnering closely with our Product & Design team, you will 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, and ensure they are aligned with the organization’s strategic objectives
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive timely and high-quality product development from concept to launch ensuring solutions create value and address problems
Gather product requirements from cross-functional stakeholders and prioritize and execute 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, conduct discovery, and measure KPIs to identify opportunities for product enhancements and new development
Build strong relationships with cross-functional stakeholders to efficiently 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

Demonstrated track record in product management positions
Significant experience with product management methodologies, processes, and best practices
Demonstrated understanding of the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) through previous work with engineering teams in an Agile environment
Proficient in user-centered design thinking, employing empathy, ideation, prototyping, and testing for innovative product development
Experience managing product backlogs, prioritizing features, and making data-driven decisions to drive product development
Strong ability to gather and analyze user feedback, conduct user interviews, and utilize data analytics to iterate and improve products
Experience working with tools such as Aha!, Miro, Shortcut, Roadmunk, Asana, Jira, 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 in 2+ industries
Knowledge of social science, nonprofit, and/or government domains

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
Eligibility for 5% annual bonus
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 work-from-home and hybrid
Full technology package including computer, monitors, bluetooth devices, and more

Hiring Process

Recruiter Screen: 45 mins, discuss background and mission/culture alignment
Hiring Manager Interview: 1 hour, dive deeper into background and qualifications
Take-Home Assessment: 1-2 hours, demonstrate skills
Panel Interview: 1 hour, present response to assessment and dive deeper into background and qualifications

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.

Accommodations

Measures for Justice will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process, please contact Rachel Snyder at rachel.snyder@measuresforjustice.org.