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Director of Programs

Full-Time | In-Person
Starting Salary: $70,000
$450/month healthcare stipend available after 3-month probationary period

The Hartford Community Restorative Justice Center (HCRJC) is seeking an experienced, thoughtful, and community-minded professional to serve as Director of Programs.

The Director of Programs will supervise program staff and oversee the day-to-day operation of HCRJC’s programs. This role is responsible for program implementation, participant support systems, and maintaining strong coordination across program areas.

HCRJC is a restorative justice organization that has served Hartford, Vermont and surrounding communities for more than 15 years. The organization operates Reparative Panels, Circles of Support and Accountability (COSA), a certified Domestic Violence Accountability Program, community-based restorative processes, and a Vermont Department of Corrections-funded transitional housing program. HCRJC works with people navigating conflict, accountability processes, reentry, housing instability, and major life transitions.

The organization works closely with Probation & Parole, volunteers, service providers, and state partners throughout its work. As HCRJC continues to grow, the organization is expanding its school-based restorative programming, housing justice work, and community conferencing initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and experienced facilitator who can support staff, navigate complex situations professionally, and help maintain a calm, organized, and accountable work environment.

This role reports to and supports the Executive Director and Board of Directors.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support program staff

• Oversee day-to-day program operations

• Support staff in navigating participant challenges, conflict, crisis response, and complex situations

• Lead staff meetings and program coordination discussions

• Support program implementation, reporting, and ongoing development

• Help strengthen internal communication and workflows

• Help ensure programs meet grant requirements and organizational standards

• Maintain strong working relationships with community partners, volunteers, and state agencies

• Work closely with the Executive Director and board of directors on program coordination and operational planning

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in restorative justice, reentry services, housing support, nonprofit leadership, conflict resolution, behavioral health, education, or related community-based work

• Minimum of 2 years of staff supervision or program leadership experience

• Experience facilitating difficult conversations, restorative practices, group processes, or conflict resolution efforts

• Experience working with individuals navigating justice system involvement, crisis situations, interpersonal conflict, or major life transitions

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to remain calm, professional, and grounded in fast-moving community-based settings

Preferred experience includes:

• Vermont restorative justice or reentry systems

• Department of Corrections collaboration

• Program reporting or contract compliance

• Managing multiple program areas or staff teams

Equivalent lived and professional experience will be strongly considered alongside formal education and traditional career pathways.

To Apply

Please submit a resume, cover letter or statement of interest, and three professional references to: bharvey@hartfordjusticecenter.org