For more information on this position, please see the job description below. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume through CASA' talent portal.
CASA & CASA IN ACTION SYNOPSIS:
CASA’s mission is to create a more just society by building power and improving the quality of life in working class and immigrant communities. Our vision is a future where we stand in our own power, our families live free from discrimination and fear, and our diverse communities thrive as we work with our partners to achieve full human rights for all.
DEPARTMENT SYNOPSIS:
The Policy and Community Development Department spearheads the integration of progressive community-based and evidence-based initiatives and promotes policies grounded inequality, sustainability, and inclusiveness, that advances the lives of working families and low-income immigrants. Our strategies focus on systemic change within the housing, transportation, public safety, small business, and community development on the local, state, and national level. The PCD facilitates the Fair Development Coalition, a grassroots partnership; housing advocacy & development; the Langley Park Crime Prevention Collaborative, a public safety coalition; Langley Park Family Learning Zone; and the Housing Matters Campaign. Our goal is to achieve transformational change through strategic planning, research and development, coalition building, effective advocacy, and implementation.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Public Safety Program Coordinator will cultivate and foster internal and external relationships under the supervision and in direct coordination with the Manager for Housing and Community Development. The Public Safety Program Coordinator will lead collaborative efforts to improve safety, quality of life, human development and neighborhood revitalization efforts in Langley Park, acting as a liaison among residents, community-based organizations, business owners and police/prosecutors among others. The Pubic Safety Program Coordinator will help to organize and to integrate the resources of people and institutions which influence crime and the perception of crime in Langley Park in order to achieve more strategic and effective remedies for safety problems. The Program Coordinator will be responsible for the day to day functions and deliverables of the Community Based Crime Reduction (CBCR) grant in Langley Park, MD. This position is a temporary position.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Research, Data and Analysis:
• Conduct research for internal and external uses on assigned materials.
• Develop and contribute to project work products - including formal reports, white papers, issue briefs, blogs, fact sheets, memos and analytical analysis.
• Research and secure additional grant funding consistent with safety program objectives and manage additional grants as required.
• Work with partners to develop and oversee an assessment plan, including coordinating data collection and analysis for funders and evaluators.
• Aid in collection of needed data for performance measures and evaluation framework.
Coalition Building and Community Engagement:
• Facilitate, maintain, and strengthen the Langley Park Crime Prevention Collaborative to encourage strategic resource-sharing and creative collaboration.
• Coordinate the efforts of residents, community organizations, developers and law enforcement to address community issues, such as crime, safety, and quality of life, and serve as an advocate for the community on these issues.
• Coordinate community activities, and mobilize residents and local businesses to participate in these activities through community organizing and other efforts to build more active communication lines among police, prosecutors and neighborhood stakeholders.
• Serve as liaison among residents, police, businesses, churches, service agencies, CPC, etc. as needed.
• Represent CASA & CPC in Langley Park at appropriate meetings, presentations, and public events in Prince George’s County, MD. Represent CASA in various coalitions, on boards, and with various allies.
• Identify, develop, maintain and strengthen relationships with local, state, and federal governmental agencies.
• Prepare background information on organizations and key agencies and government officials to aid in coalition work; including monitoring of press, public hearings, etc.
Grant Program Coordination:
• Organize CPC meetings by developing agendas, taking notes, and coordinating appropriate follow-up.
• Compile, maintain and submit, when necessary, a calendar of events, database of participants, administrative records and reports.
• Organize Database tracking of partner organizations and maintain information updated; migrating former organizational systems into the new system
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor all aspects of the CBCR Implementation Grant program operations as outlined in the grant deliverables.
• Create and maintain a good professional relationship with the CBCR technical assistance providers as appropriate (including the Local Initiatives Support Corporation) in order to access national knowledge-sharing resources and to communicate best practices.
Advocacy:
• Assist with advocacy related duties such as drafting letters, coordinating local engagement activities, preparing petitions, assisting with coalition activities, etc.
• Assist with advocacy issues related to CASA’s interests at the local, state or federal level of government.
• Support full-team projects, including interdepartmental projects, by providing support for outreach, legislative, advocacy and communication activities.
• Represent project as needed at meetings, funder briefings, etc.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor social media platforms.
Internal Strategic Coordination:
• Maintain, coordinate, and support interdepartmental projects. Prepare materials for internal team meetings and manage interdepartmental communication and information tracking.
• Organize key internal meetings by developing agendas, taking notes, and coordinating appropriate follow-up.
• Support the development, expansion, data tracking and evaluation of the membership program.
Administrative Work:
• Prepare weekly reports.
• Meet deadlines established by supervisor and in Department and individual work plan.
• Complete quarterly trimester reports.
• Participate actively in the annual planning process, including developing and executing individual work plans, evaluating and providing feedback on plans as the year progresses
• Think creatively about ways to improve further his/her specific job and the organizations.
And other duties assigned by supervisor related to position.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE:
• At least a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Urban Development & Planning, Government and Politics, Public Policy, or any other related field.
• Valid US Drivers License and a reliable vehcile
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
• Ability to perform all of the duties outlined above.
• Deep commitment to social change and to growing CASA and CASA in Action as membership organizations in which members have decision-making authority.
• Excellent writing and speaking skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication, conflict resolution and negotiation skills. Ability to connect with a wide variety of administrative, organizational, and grassroots leaders.
• Outgoing and highly charismatic personality a must.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is mandatory.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work at a fast pace with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple ongoing projects. Position requires strong attention to detail and relentless follow-up.
• Valid US Driver’s License and own transportation is a must.
• Experience working with immigrant or low-income communities; commitment to progressive issues
• Skills with Microsoft Office programs including MS Word, Excel, Power Point and desktop publishing software
• Ability to hold privileged information in a professional and confidential manner.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends. Early morning, late evening, and weekend hours are common.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
CASA de Maryland, Inc. and CASA in Action do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender identity , sexual orientation, gender identity , age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, marital status and national origin.
This is a union position, represented in collective bargaining by a Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Communication Workers of America, Local WBNG 32035 - Communication Workers of America (CWA). If you are offered and accept this position, you will be invited to become a member of the union. All bargaining unit positions require membership or agency fee payer status.
