What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Research and Engagement Director position at illinois?
Job Requisition ID: 45502
Closing Date/Time: 03/26/2025
Agency: Criminal Justice Information Authority
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070
Skill Option: General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel
Bilingual Option:
Salary: Anticipated starting salary range: $116,000 - $140,000 annually
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: None
****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****
Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees
earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your
application. Please note that the Criminal Justice Information Authority must verify proof of higher education for
any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the
position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.
Posting Identification Number 45502
THIS POSITION IS REVOLVING DOOR
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
The Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) is seeking a strategic and visionary leader to serve as its next Community Research and Engagement Director. This pivotal role will drive data-informed policy solutions and community-centered research to advance equity within the criminal justice system.
As a key leader within ICJIA’s Research & Analysis (R&A) Unit, the Community Research and Engagement Director will oversee high-impact research initiatives, foster collaborative partnerships with policymakers, community organizations, and academic institutions, and ensure that research findings are accessible, actionable, and transformative.
This position requires a proven leader in research, policy analysis, and community engagement, with expertise in advancing racial equity through participatory research methods. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in conducting and disseminating research that informs public policy, develops innovative solutions, and promotes transparency in criminal justice reform efforts.
If you are a dynamic professional with a passion for data-driven change, community engagement, and policy impact, we invite you to apply and be part of a team dedicated to shaping a more just and equitable future for Illinois.
Essential Functions
- Serves as the Community Research and Engagement Director for the Research and Analysis unit
- Serves as full-line supervisor
- Develops, updates, and maintains policies and procedures for the establishment of a Center for Race and Equity
that is focused on conducting and disseminating research that advances racial equity within the criminal legal
system in Illinois - Leads the unit in efforts to increase transparency and engagement activities with the public and the legislature
- Identifies and oversees opportunities for collaboration with policy stakeholders to drive criminal justice reform in
Illinois - Provides staff development opportunities, including training and mentorship, to build the team’s capacity for
innovative and impactful research - Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated
above
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college
with coursework in public administration or business administration - Requires prior experience equivalent to four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or
business organization
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers 5 years’ experience in community-based research analysis
- Prefers a PhD in areas such as criminal justice, criminology, sociology, psychology, political science, or public
administration - Prefers at least 3 years’ experience developing programs and community-based events from an equity lens
- Prefers 10 years’ professional experience in community justice reform
- Prefers 2 years’ experience developing organizational policies designed to guide and clarify organizational activities
Conditions of Employment
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate
- Requires ability to pass a background check
- Requires the possession of a valid driver’s license
- Requires the ability to work remotely and in-person as operational needs require
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job
description.
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Work Location: Chicago - 60 E Van Buren, 6th Floor
Email: CJA.HRDepartment@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Public Safety
Agency Stementat: ICJIA responds to community needs with research and federal and state grants administration. ICJIA administers over 100 million dollars in grants, including the R3 (restore, reinvest, renew) grants (funded through the tax on legalized cannabis), state violence prevention grants, and federal grants including under the Violence Against Women Act and the Victims of Crime Act. ICJIA convenes groups and collaborates on efforts to reform the criminal justice system. ICJIA leads criminal justice reform efforts by supporting policy makers through research.
Revolving Door:
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this
position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during
State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall,
prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive
Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
- donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
- systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Salary : $116,000 - $140,000
