POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT:

Colorado Coalition for Restorative Justice Practices (CCRJP) is hiring our next Executive Director

Summary & Introduction: 

CCRJP is seeking a skilled strategic leader and relationship-builder who understands lasting impact requires strong foundations. This role is ideal for someone who has successfully secured core support, capacity-building, and infrastructure funding—not just for programs, but for the people, systems, and tools that make sustainable change possible.

CCRJP is not a direct service provider; it is a statewide network of restorative justice practitioners, organizations, supporters, and partners working to advance policy, coordination, and community-based capacity. Our ideal leader has experience building a movement/organization who believes in investing in an ecosystem of change. This person understands that collaborative infrastructure building, fundraising, leadership development, equity work, and systems change require long-term, flexible support.

This leader will bring fluency in language around capacity building, general operating support, and movement infrastructure, and is comfortable helping funders see the deep impact of investing in coordination, training, evaluation, and policy advocacy that advances restorative practices in Colorado.

Mission: CCRJP is a member-driven organization creating public access to high-quality restorative practices.

Vision: All Coloradans have equitable access to high-quality restorative practices that foster healing and community-accountability.

Our Purpose: 

To connect, inspire, nourish and listen to restorative justice practitioners from across the state of Colorado so that they may be more supported in their advancement of restorative practices.

CCRJP supports the common interests of members by:

• Offering networking opportunities 
• Conducting public education and outreach
• Promoting best practices
• Engaging in capacity-building: training; technical assistance; governance support; mentoring
• Providing representation to the Colorado Restorative Justice Coordinating Council according to state statute

CCRJP Values

• Working collaboratively across sectors to develop and strengthen restorative justice practices in Colorado
• Building relationships based on principles of respect, inclusivity, curiosity, compassion, and humanity
• Within CCRJP, and as its representatives, committing to building, maintaining and repairing relationships restoratively
• Maintaining fidelity to restorative justice best practices as defined by the Colorado Restorative Justice Practitioner Guidelines
• Remaining open to and inclusive of all voices and perspectives within CCRJP and of those we serve
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• Position Summary 

The Executive Director is responsible for planning, organizing and directing the organization's operations and programs; building collaborative partnerships that enhance restorative practices; ensuring adequate funding through strategic budgeting, grant writing, management, and fundraising; supervising contractors; and engaging CCRJP members and the Board of Directors in these activities.  

In response to the applicant pool, the responsibilities of this role may be filled by one person, or split among two or more people. 

Accountability 

The Executive Director reports directly to the CCRJP Board of Directors (BOD), which assesses the Executive Director’s performance through a collaborative evaluation process.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Strategic Planning

• Background: CCRJP is funded in large part by a multi-year grant from the Colorado State Court Administrator’s Office (SCAO).
• Related responsibility: In partnership with the board of directors, and with input from CCRJP work committees and members, align CCRJP’s strategic plan with SCAO grant deliverables and implement a plan to track progress toward these joint goals and objectives.
• Lead by example, living into restorative & relational values of support and accountability. Maintain relational priority and deepening of connection in all interactions.  
• Support, grow and direct CCRJP initiatives to increase membership and leadership of the organization. 
• Act as CCRJP community liaison through presence and contributions at public/community events in accordance with organizational goals.
• Keep up to date about significant developments and trends in the field of restorative justice and restorative practices on the national and global level, with a particular focus within Colorado. 
• Be responsible for the recruitment, supervision and release of contractors. 
• Actively seek ways to increase diversity, create an equitable organizational culture and use inclusion practice and processes to advance a community of anti-ism, justice and belonging
• Create measurable goals with membership and board to expand and fortify communities of practice through targeted recruitment strategies and community organizing principles to enhance member engagement in congruence with CCRJP’s strategic initiatives. 
• Partner with CCRJP board committees, CCRJP members, and community partners to move the following initiatives forward:
• Policy advocacy and training for RJ practitioners and community stakeholders to advance Restorative Justice and adjacent industries’ policy agendas, in particular with victim rights’ legislation. 
• Public awareness campaigns, with the support of member leadership, to make measurable impacts in the effort towards universal access of RJ/RP. 
• Provide resources & programs for practitioners and non-practitioners through communities of practice and partner organizations

Development and Financial Management

• Work alongside the board and contractors to develop and implement actionable long-term fundraising strategies including grant development, fund-generating events and offerings, and capacity-building investments.                          
• Establish or cultivate positive relationships with funders, including grant officers and RJ-aligned philanthropic partners.
• Work with the Board and contractors in developing and maintaining financial best practices, prepare a yearly budget (update as needed), and operate within budget guidelines.
• Partner with the board to conduct official correspondence and execute legal documents for the organization.

Board Development

• Inform the board of personnel changes and needs, donor needs, and fundraising and outreach developments.
• Communicate member concerns, needs, and engagement ideas that require board involvement.
• Plan and prepare meeting structure and information for board meetings in coordination with the board co-chairs. 
• Engage with the CCRJP Board to identify and pursue training, professional and organizational development opportunities 

Public Relations and Partner-building 

• Engage membership to organize public awareness initiatives regarding restorative practices in Colorado.
• Attend and assist in hosting membership, community, and fundraising events.
• Participate in new program kick-offs and celebrations of partners and stakeholders.
• Operate as the point of contact for media, donors and other community members.
• Cultivate relationships with RJ leaders and practitioners, create and maintain processes and documented roles and responsibilities with coordinating agencies.
• Actively seek input and involvement from and with CCRJP members and/or community partners, emphasizing voices/perspectives who may otherwise be excluded when creating policies, processes, and partnerships.  

Technology, Data and Compliance 

• Ensure proper technology and related policies are updated and followed to support the essential functions of the organization so breaches are not as likely.
• Maintain official records and documents to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations, grant funders and partners with signed memoranda of understanding.
• Manage various virtual meeting needs and tasks including maintaining the CCRJP Google calendar, supporting and collaborating with primary leaders of various committees and communities of practice.
• Maintain up-to-date and relevant content on the CCRJP.org website in communication with CCRJP’s website developer. 
• Direct the data and evaluation program of CCRJP to enhance clear data driven insights of action regarding strengths, opportunities, weaknesses and threats. 

Qualifications

Required

• Appreciation of and dedication to:
• CCRJP’s values
• Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Cultural Humility
• Restorative justice practices, principles and values
• Conflict transformation & peacebuilding principles & values
• Personal/Professional growth and healing 
• Highly organized, detail oriented with strong programmatic organizational skills 
• Healthy and productive balance of task oriented approach and authentic, meaningful relationship building strategies 
• Action-oriented self-starter: ability to implement and be accountable to goals, policies, and procedures; to work independently with strong initiative while also performing well in a team environment and working collaboratively with diverse network of partners
• Excellent communication skills steeped in equity and empathy and that are relationship-centered 
• At least three years of demonstrated use of reading and interpreting financial statements for organizational or programmatic decision making
• Demonstrated ability to create and manage organizational and/or programmatic budgets
• At least three years of demonstrated nonprofit leadership experience, ideally at the director level
• Grant-writing and grant-management experience with proven track record of gaining grant awards or equivalent fundraising successes
• Technological proficiency and experience using organizational software and online directories (Microsoft Office, online meeting applications, Google Suite and more) and ability to manage the technical requirements to host hybrid meetings
• Accessible, power-conscious leadership style that prioritizes consensus decision-making whenever possible
• Comfortable with continuous improvement of organizational systems and policies; tracking and supporting multiple deadlines, working committees, and member needs
• Ability to transform conflicts restoratively: willingness to communicate concerns directly with the person(s) involved and to seek support from someone trained in restorative practices if needed
• Maintain residence in the state of Colorado

Preferred

• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Formal or informal experience with or training in organizational change management, community organizing, policy advocacy, trauma-informed care, non-violent communication, motivational interviewing, unconscious bias, equity, diversity and inclusivity in organizations and/or other professional or personal experiences with restorative justice practices
• Experience and training in restorative justice practices either formally or informally and an understanding of how to integrate these practices in relationships and organizational systems Schedule
• 40 hours per week
• Mostly Monday through Friday; variable times depending on events, meetings, etc.
• Work Location: Remote, occasional travel throughout regions within the state of Colorado  (with mileage reimbursement)

Salary & Benefits

• $88,000 annual salary
• We are looking to grow with someone, and we prioritize leaders who have an entrepreneurial growth mindset. Accordingly, we envision the Executive Director’s compensation growing alongside their success accomplishing CCRJP’s development and programmatic goals.
• Flexible hours
• 2 weeks paid time off & 10 paid holidays
• Health stipend
• Professional development stipend
• Paid work travel expenses

Application Instructions

1. A cover letter stating the applicant’s name, address, phone number and email address as well as statements about the applicant’s interest in restorative justice and restorative practices, qualifications, and relevant experience.
2. A current resume that includes education and job history.
3. A list of 3 references: 2 professional and 1 personal, stating the person’s name, phone number, email address and relationship to you.
4. A video up to 5 minutes as if you were hosting a connection circle, pose your question and respond as if you were telling us more about yourself through your connection question. (Option: Create video on Loom.com)

**To apply, respond with the above-requested application materials to the CCRJP Board Executive Committee at ec@ccrjp.org.**

Applications received on or before October 31 will receive priority consideration and will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The Hiring Committee will conduct interviews with selected candidates on a rolling basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Colorado Coalition for Restorative Justice Practices is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at CCRJP are based upon one’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a job. CCRJP is committed to making all personnel decisions without regard to race, creed, age, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, gender, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class as required by applicable law.