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About the Role

Brooklyn Justice Initiatives (BJI) seeks an Administrative Assistant for the Supervised Release Program (SRP) Brownsville/East New York office. This role is responsible for diverse office needs, including client assistance, facilitating referrals, and providing administrative and logistical support to BJI programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage the front desk and waiting room by greeting visitors, collecting information, addressing client needs, notifying staff of arrivals and calls, distributing supplies, and maintaining a professional environment.
• Set up, log, and manage distribution of participant resources.
• Work with clinical supervisors, security/court officers, or other appropriate staff in addressing emergency situations, crises, or escalations.
• Support the Operations Coordinator in office maintenance, including arranging storage pickups, organizing offices, recalibrating organizational systems, and liaising with facilities for repairs.
• Support the Operations Coordinator in resolving facilities issues, working with the CJI Facilities department and coordinating with contractors.
• Support the Operations Coordinator in handling fiscal responsibilities, including submitting and monitoring invoices, assisting with reconciliations, and liaising with the CJI Fiscal department.
• Manage inventory of office supplies and equipment, and order or purchase additional supplies and equipment.
• Assist staff in resolving general tech issues and liaising with the CJI Tech Department.
• Assist with the set up for special events, groups, and site visits, including ordering food, tech setup, arranging furniture, and printing materials.
• Assist with the distribution and logging of MetroCard and phones.
• Perform other duties assigned.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or associate degree with 1-2 years of experience in an office/human service field strongly preferred.
• Bilingual preferred (English-Spanish, or other languages).
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal, communication and writing skills required.
• Ability to remain highly organized, multitask effectively, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness and sensitivity to engaging individuals (youth and adults) with mental health and substance use needs.
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds in a culturally-responsive manner.
• Professional demeanor and ability to communicate appropriately with clients, staff, stakeholders, and vendors.
• Proficiency using Google Suite, Slack, and Microsoft programs, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to lift at least 20 pounds.
• Familiar and comfortable with computer and tech, hardware and software, strongly preferred.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout employment.
• Candidates are expected to provide accurate and truthful information throughout the hiring process.
• All hires must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment verification form upon hire.

Skills

• Organizational skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Writing skills
• Multitasking
• Working in a fast-paced environment
• Cultural responsiveness
• Professional demeanor
• Google Suite proficiency
• Slack proficiency
• Microsoft Word proficiency
• Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Microsoft PowerPoint proficiency
• Computer and tech proficiency
• Hardware familiarity
• Software familiarity

Location

• Brooklyn, NY

Work Type

• Full-time
• Weekend hours required
• Evening hours required

Experience Level

• 1-2 years of experience in an office/human service field strongly preferred

Education Level

• High school diploma or associate degree

Salary/Compensations

• $52,000 - $63,900 per year

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare with a national network
• Free basic dental coverage
• Vision insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts including commuter FSA
• Talkspace and Ginger for mental health care
• 403(b) retirement plan with a two-to-one employer contribution up to 5%

About the Company

• The Center for Justice Innovation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing community safety and racial justice.
• Since 1996, we’ve worked alongside communities, courts, and those most directly affected by the justice system to build stronger, healthier, and more equitable neighborhoods.
• With a team of over 900 staff and an annual budget of $130 million, the Center operates programs, conducts research, and provides expert assistance and policy guidance.
• We bring innovative, practical, and lasting solutions to justice systems nationwide.
• Learn more about our work at www.innovatingjustice.org.

Equal Opportunity

• The Center for Justice Innovation is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
• We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other category protected by law.
• We strongly encourage and welcome applications from women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals with prior contact with the criminal justice system.
• Our goal is to create a supportive and respectful environment where everyone, regardless of background or identity, feels valued and included.