Program Associate
The University of Chicago

Job Info

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Department

UL Urban Crime Lab

About the Department

Who We Are: In cities across the country, people face high rates of gun violence, under-resourced schools, and social harms associated with the criminal justice system -- all of which disproportionately impact people of color. These inequalities have profound consequences on public safety and opportunity. As a society we have failed to address these challenges, in part, because of our lack of understanding of the most effective and cost-effective solutions that can have a real impact on people's lives. We believe that rigorous research can help. The University of Chicago Crime Lab and Education Lab partner with cities and communities to use data and rigorous research to design, test, and scale programs and policies that enhance public safety, improve educational outcomes, and advance justice. Our mission is to combine world-class data science and research, in partnership with government agencies, to substantially improve the effectiveness of the public sector and achieve impact at scale. To learn more about the Crime Lab and Education Lab, visit https://urbanlabs.uchicago.edu/labs/crime and https://urbanlabs.uchicago.edu/labs/education. About the Role: The University of Chicago Crime Lab is seeking a Program Associate who can support the launch of the Policing Academy, a first-of-its-kind. The Program Associate will work closely with the program team, and under the direction of the Program Director, Policing Leadership Academy, to ensure the success of this new initiative. Strong candidates will have experience in higher education administration, sales, recruiting, or client-facing work more generally.

Job Summary

The job manages academic, research, clinical or administrative programs of the University.

Responsibilities

• Support the day to day delivery of services to program participants and beneficiaries.
  
• Ensure a positive participant experience by serving as the main point of contact for all incoming and current cohort members.
  
• In partnership with other members of the program team, ensures smooth communication and effective planning of a six-month certificate program that provides a successful and impactful experience for each participant.
  
• In partnership with other members of the program team, sets and communicates program priorities and performance standards and assesses operations using these criteria. Plans and conducts quality assurance review and recommends changes as appropriate.
  
• Coordinates with other departments within the University of Chicago, external professors and lecturers, and local vendors to ensure programming is well planned and successfully delivered.
  
• Uses moderate/solid understanding and experience to administer the delivery of services to program participants
  and/or beneficiaries.
  
• Sets and communicates program priorities and performance standards and assesses operations using these criteria.
  Plans and conducts quality assurance reviews and recommends changes as appropriate.
  
• Performs other related work as needed.
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
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Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in economics, public policy, sociology, or a closely related field.
  
• Advanced degree strongly preferred.
  

Experience:

• Experience with quantitative data analysis to support the research design strongly preferred.
  
• Previous experience with research strongly preferred.
  
• Previous experience in policing or working with the criminal justice system strongly preferred.
  

Preferred Competencies

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to maintain positive relationships with various internal and external stakeholders.
  
• Strong time management skills with a proven ability to multitask and to prioritize activities to successfully complete projects on tight deadlines with little supervision.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with a variety of audiences.
  
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment.
  
• Knowledge and understanding of crime policy and violence research literature strongly preferred.
  

Application Documents

• Resume (required)
  
• Cover Letter (required)
  
• References (3) (required)
  

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Administration & Management

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Frequency

Monthly

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Posting Statement

Employees must comply with the University's COVID-19 vaccination requirements. More information about the requirements can be found on the University of Chicago Vaccination GoForward.

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at:http://securityreport.uchicago.edu.Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

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