We are looking to hire a capable Program Analyst to join our dynamic team at Acacia Center for Justice in Washington DC.
Growing your career as a Full Time Program Analyst is a fantastic opportunity to develop indispensable skills.
If you are strong in teamwork, innovation and have the right experience for the job, then apply for the position of Program Analyst at Acacia Center for Justice today!
About Acacia Center for Justice:
The Acacia Center for Justice ("Acacia") provides legal support and representation to immigrants facing deportation through the development, coordination, and management of national networks of legal services providers serving immigrants across the country. Acacia's goals are twofold: to support immigrant legal services and defense networks to provide exceptional legal services to immigrants; and to advocate for the expansion of these programs and the infrastructure critical to guaranteeing immigrants access to justice, fairness, and freedom. Acacia ensures accountable, independent, zealous, and person-centered legal services and representation to protect the rights of all immigrants.
Job Summary:
The Program Analyst will support UCP's Technical Compliance team in onboarding/offboarding network program staff, executing contract amendment-related duties, assisting with language access process, providing administrative support on various projects, analyzing government information/data, and organizing quantitative information received from legal service providers and stakeholders. They will develop efficient processes to ensure the team and the network operate optimally.
Primary Duties/Responsibilities:
Onboard a high volume of network program staff onto various program platforms and develop new onboarding tools/resources.
Crosscheck internal records to ensure all network staff have conducted contractually required data security trainings and background checks Grant new network staff access to various platforms/databases integral to their work under the contract; troubleshoot any issues that arise with access to said platforms Help maintain as well as produce tools and materials aimed at improving programmatic efficiencies Effectuate contracting for legal service providers.
Populate subcontractor agreements for new legal service providers, in collaboration with relevant team members Perform contract amendment-related duties and update corresponding internal trackers Provide administrative support to the Technical Compliance team on various projects.
Provide assistance to/liaise with language access providers Manage interpretation and translation requests submitted by network program staff Ensure that various contact lists/internal trackers are up to date Analyze government information and distill key data points for program management.
Track fluctuations in national detention capacity and distill information to relevant team members Required Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:
Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office Suite programs, e.g., Outlook and Word Preferred Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:
Preferred: Proficient in Smartsheet Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree or 2-3 years of relevant experience A demonstrated interest in or knowledge of immigration and/or children's rights issues Ability to work on multiple projects effectively and efficiently, both independently and collaboratively with a team Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work under deadlines Ability to work collegially in an open and collaborative team environment; patient and approachable An uncompromising commitment to immigrants' rights and race equity Compensation and Benefits:
Acacia has established an internal compensation philosophy that centers equity and pay transparency. The salary for this position is set at $65,000. This is a non-exempt role. The salary listed is just one component of Acacia's total compensation package for employees. Supporting Acacia staff—both personally and professionally—is our priority.
Medical/Dental/Vision- Some plans at $0 cost to the employee Employee Assistance Program 20 days per year of vacation time 12 days per year of sick time 5 personal days 4 organization-wide Wellness Days 11 observed holidays, including the last week of December. $2000 Professional Development Stipend Home office set-up stipend Internet Stipend 401k with 5% employer contribution, no employee participation required. Student loan repayment assistance. Gym Reimbursement People of color and those who have been impacted by the criminal system or the immigration system are strongly urged to apply.
To Apply:
Please upload a resume and cover letter at the link provided or email View email address on acaciacenterforjustice.applytojob.com with Subject: ATTN: Human Resources / [Job Title], Acacia Center for Justice
Equal Opportunity Employment:
Acacia is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to recruit persons of diverse backgrounds and support their retention and advancement within the organization. We are committed to fostering a workplace culture inclusive of people with respect to their race, ethnicity, national origin, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, marital status, age, disabilities, political affiliation, religious beliefs, or any other characteristic. Our commitment to justice and diversity also means providing a work environment that is welcoming, respectful, and engaging.
This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities and requirements but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and fun.
Acacia Center for Justice is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, citizenship status, current employment status, or caregiver status.
Benefits of working as a Program Analyst in Washington DC:
? Excellent Benefits Package
? Continuous Learning Opportunities
? Attractive packageCompetitive Pay
