Job Overview

The Reentry Coordinator (a one-year renewable term position) provides direct support to participants engaged in Georgetown University’s Prisons and Justice Initiative (PJI) programs. Working under the supervision of the Director of Reentry Services and in collaboration with their Reentry Coordinator peer, this role assists participants in accessing resources and navigating services that support successful reintegration.

The Reentry Coordinator assists with the delivery of reentry programming and provides direct logistical and administrative support for participants preparing to transition from incarceration back into the community.

Additional duties include, but are not limited to:

• Provide direct reentry support and case management assistance to participants in the Scholars Program at the DC Jail and the Bachelor of Liberal Arts program at Patuxent Institution.
• Assist participants in the MORCA-Georgetown Paralegal, Georgetown Pivot, and the Making an Exoneree programs by connecting them to workforce development opportunities and essential services.
• Assist with conducting needs assessments to identify participant goals and barriers related to housing, employment, education, health services, and family reunification during the admissions process and throughout program participation.
• Assist with facilitating workshops and group sessions focused on workforce development, life skills, and personal development for program participants.
• Support participant engagement by scheduling meetings, following up on reentry plans, and maintaining communication between program participants and community or government organizations.
• Assist with coordinating referrals to community partners, service providers, and internal university departments to connect participants with resources in the District of Columbia and Maryland.
• Maintain participant records and monitor engagement, documenting participant activity in the relevant Airtable system and providing updates to the Director of Reentry Services.
• Support data collection and reporting efforts by maintaining accurate participant records and documenting reentry milestones.
• Assist with planning and logistical coordination of events such as job fairs, resource fairs, and mentorship sessions in collaboration with the reentry team.

Work Interactions

The Reentry Coordinator reports directly to the Director of Reentry Services and works closely with their Reentry Coordinator peer, and other members of the PJI team.

This role regularly engages with participants across PJI programs and assists with coordinating services with correctional staff, community organizations, and university departments to support participants during their transition back into the community.

Requirements and Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 2-4 years of experience in program coordination, administrative support, or related fields.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and database management.
• Experience in assisting with budget tracking, generating reports, and supporting the implementation of policies and operational procedures under the direction of program leadership.
• Ability to coordinate meetings, events, and manage program-related communication.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Experience working with reentry programs, currently and formerly incarcerated individuals, or people impacted by the criminal legal system.
• Familiarity with case management practices and community-based program delivery.
• Experience collaborating with external stakeholders and community organizations.
• Knowledge of workforce development and social service resources.

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-site and requires regular in-person engagement at the D.C. Jail, the Correctional Treatment Facility (CTF), and Patuxent Institution to support participant services and reentry programming. Occasional travel to community partner locations or program events may be required. Some evening hours may be required to support program activities and participant engagement.

Cover letter and resume required for consideration.

Pay Range:

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

$20.16 - $31.30