We are hiring a Prison Monitoring Manager for Eastern Pennsylvania to help lead our crucial work keeping people in prison safe, healthy, and treated with dignity. From Philadelphia to Scranton, this person will make a difference in countless lives and work for systemic change.

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Salary

$63,000-$71,000

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In this role, you will support and develop our regional network of more than 75 volunteers responding to the concerns of incarcerated people in Eastern Pennsylvania. You will strengthen our existing relationships and build new ones with community groups and public officials. You will serve as the main point of contact for the prisons in your region. You will be supported by an amazing team of colleagues who are committed to your success.  

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What You’ll Be Doing

• Expertly manage and help administer a large (75+) regional volunteer network. You will support, train, and recruit highly motivated volunteers who conduct prison monitoring visits. You will support volunteers and make sure that the vital work gets done.  
• Collaborate with the Prison Monitoring Director in developing and implementing a strategy for optimal volunteer coverage and outreach.
• Develop strategic relationships with allied organizations and grassroots groups, including social service providers, advocates, and faith communities to increase regional presence, share information, and make and receive referrals for assistance.
• Manage reporting and workflow between the main office and volunteers, including volunteer assignments, and compiling of performance metrics.
• Become an expert on prison conditions in your region. You will get yourself up to speed on what is happening in the 30 correctional facilities in your region, and have your finger on the pulse of local dynamics.
• Serve as the face of the Prison Society. You will act as a critical resource for local officials and volunteers.

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Your Core Competencies

• You must have at least two years of full-time volunteer management or organizing experience. You are experienced in organizing individuals and teams.  There is a preference for people with experience working with volunteers on long-term projects.
• You are an excellent communicator. You have excellent written and verbal communication skills and you are clear and concise. You have the ability to share progress in an efficient and timely manner, articulate what is happening on the ground, and not be afraid to seek out support proactively.
• Your warm and professional demeanor works for everyone. You adjust your communication style to appeal to disparate stakeholders including people in prison, public officials, volunteers from diverse backgrounds, and everyone in between. You have experience working with vulnerable populations. You are sensitive to the skills and wants of a diverse, dedicated volunteer base without being paralyzed by the need to include or please everyone.
• You masterfully juggle multiple tasks. You will face a lot of problems with multiple ways to resolve. You prioritize and reprioritize, exhibiting excellent time management and strategic problem-solving skills to ensure nothing is lost.
• You are a consummate team player. You’re known for getting along with everyone regardless of their personality or stature and leverage their expertise to advance your work. You must be comfortable with a balance of close collaboration, and independent execution.
• You have a high level of computer fluency. You are very comfortable with applications including Microsoft Office and Google Workspaces.