Center for Justice Innovation
Center for Justice Innovation seeks an experienced Program Manager for the Youth PACT program in New York City. This full-time role leads a community-based accountability initiative that empowers young people and harnesses community wisdom to foster safer, more just neighborhoods.
About the Role
The Youth PACT Program Manager directs day-to-day operations of a restorative justice program serving justice-involved youth and their families. You'll bridge the gap between young people, their communities, and the formal justice system—creating space for accountability, learning, and real change. This is hands-on leadership that combines strategic program development with direct community engagement.
What You'll Do
- Manage all aspects of Youth PACT program delivery, including participant recruitment, intake, and case coordination
- Facilitate community accountability circles and restorative conferences that bring together young people, harm repair participants, and community members
- Build and maintain partnerships with schools, courts, probation departments, and community organizations
- Oversee program data collection, participant tracking, and outcome reporting
- Supervise and mentor program staff and community facilitators
- Develop and implement culturally responsive practices that center racial equity and community voice
- Serve as primary liaison between participants, families, courts, and community stakeholders
- Contribute to program evaluation and continuous quality improvement initiatives
What We're Looking For
- 3+ years of program management or direct service experience, preferably in youth services, criminal justice, or community development
- Deep commitment to racial justice and community-centered approaches to public safety
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with justice-system-involved youth and their families
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Experience managing budgets, tracking outcomes, and using data to inform decisions
- Ability to build authentic relationships across diverse communities and institutions
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
About Center for Justice Innovation
Center for Justice Innovation is a national nonprofit reshaping public safety through community partnership and racial equity. For nearly 30 years, we've collaborated with impacted communities, courts, and system-involved individuals to strengthen neighborhoods and advance justice. Our team of over 900 professionals and annual budget of $130 million reflect our scale and commitment to durable change.
How to Apply
Ready to lead meaningful work in youth justice and community safety? Apply through this job listing with your resume, cover letter, and professional references.
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Working in New York City, New York
New York, often called New York City (NYC), is the most populous city in the United States. It is located at the southern tip of New York State on New York Harbor, one of the world's largest natural harbors. The city comprises five boroughs—Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island; each is coextensive with its respective county. It is the geographical and demographic center of both the Northeast megalopolis and the New York metropolitan area, the largest metropolitan area in the United States by both population and urban area. New York is a global center of finance and commerc
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