Job Description

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DEPARTMENT:

JUSTICE SERVICES

DATE POSTED:

OCTOBER 30, 2026

CLOSING DATE:

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

SALARY RANGE:

$54,312- $75,000

POSITION NUMBER:

40009128

JOB TYPE:

FULL-TIME (37.5 HOURS, EXEMPT)

**This posting is subject to close without prior notification.**

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The purpose of this job is the day to day management of contract compliance for reentry projects. The job focuses around the management and implementation of ex-offender reentry projects. These intervention programs will provide a select group of ex-offenders, a host of interlinking services to reduce the recidivism rate of this group of respondents. Work is performed in collaboration with the Criminal Justice Advisory Committee and the Local Reentry Council.

This position works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.

• Acts as liaison to service providers and associated contracts.
• Assists in data collection and analysis for projects and grant reporting.
• Assists in financial reporting, including invoice preparation and submission.
• Prepares, submits and presents reports to JSD Leadership, Division of Adult Corrections, Local Government, local businesses, various boards or committees regarding initiatives, outcomes and proposals.
• Creates and submit monthly reports.
• Monitors the timely submissions of program deliverables; reviews invoices, receivables and vouchers.
• Coordinates all aspects of reentry initiatives for the Justice Services Department.
• Conducts client intakes and provides case management.
• Requires occaisional evening and weekend work for client activities and community events.
• Performs related work as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of Durham County and the resources available to justice involved individuals. Ability to locate resources and build relationships with providers, churches, non-profits and related organizations.
• Considerable knowledge of case management principles and practices and their application to justice involved individuals.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system in Durham County and of applicable laws and regulations.
• Skilled in establishing rapport with clients and applying case management techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and various web-based platforms including Zoom, and MS Teams
• Proficient in the creation of presentations and materials to disseminate information to the community about programs and events.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, community leaders, criminal justice officials and service providers.
• Ability to lead a team, facilitate team meetings, provide guidance on procedures and train team members.
• Ability to plan and execute council meetings and community events.
• Ability to operate computer equipment and generate reports and records.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely orally and in written documents.
• Ability to solve problems.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Public or Business Administration, Sociology, Criminal Justice or related field, supplemented by two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in social work, counseling or program management; or possession of any equivalent combination or education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

SPEICAL NOTE:

MUST BE ABLE TO PASS BACKGROUND CHECK ALLOWING FOR ENTRY INTO DURHAM COUNTY DENTENTION CENTER, NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ADULT CORRECTIONS FACILITIES, AND FEDERAL BUREAU OF PRISONS FACILITIES.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE:

Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Durham County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:

This position may be subject to a background check, which could include, but is not limited to, criminal history (employment-related and/or SBI fingerprint-based), credit history, motor vehicle records, educational verification, and checks of the sexual offender registry, depending on the specific requirements of the role. A conviction record does not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment consideration, unless otherwise required by applicable state law.