Program Coordinator

Be part of a team redefining how justice is delivered in our community. As a Program Coordinator with the City Attorney’s Office, you will oversee the coordination of the ETHOS Restorative Justice Program partnering with community members and organizations. This role is ideal for a strategic, relationship-driven professional who thrives at program management, community partnership, and data-informed decision-making.

Here's what you can expect to do:

• Coordinate Restorative Justice Programs:  Oversee the ETHOS Restorative Justice Program and related initiatives, managing logistics, timelines, and program delivery from start to finish.
• Facilitate Program Operations: Coordinate and monitor restorative justice circles and ensure benchmarks, deliverables, and participant engagement are successfully achieved.
• Build and Maintain Partnerships: Work closely with attorneys, staff, and leadership and serve as the primary point of contact with community partners, participants, victims, and other stakeholders fostering trust-based, collaborative relationships.
• Analyze and Report Program Data: Track case activity, measure outcomes, and develop reports to inform leadership, support transparency, and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead Training and Education Efforts: Develop and deliver training for circle keepers, community members, and partners to ensure program integrity and consistency.
• Ensure Compliance and Accountability: Monitor grant requirements, maintain documentation, and ensure all reporting and funding obligations are met.

For more information and essential functions, see the Program Coordinator Job Description.

Information Specific to this Position:

This position is based in the City Attorney’s Office at City Hall (15 W. Kellogg Blvd.) and offers a Monday-Friday schedule with flexible hybrid work options. 

Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions, and paid vacation and sick time.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Eight years of vacancy-related professional experience performing program coordination or program administration work involving analytical, coordination, or project-based work in support of program initiatives.

Degree in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Social Work, Organizational Leadership, Psychology or a relevant field may be substituted for work experience as follows:

Associate Degree - 2 years
Bachelor’s Degree - 4 years
Master’s or other Graduate-level degree - an additional 2 years

Vacancy related experience includes program coordination or project management work related to restorative practices, outreach, conflict resolution, training in group facilitation or other closely related experience.

1. Submit a City of Saint Paul online application.
2. Upload or submit the following required document via the online application system, mail, in person, email, or fax. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
   • A resume - please ensure your vacancy-related experience is documented

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Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.

Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.

Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a background check which may include criminal history and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying based on education.

Human Resources Contact Information:
Trisha Freiberger at (651) 266-6481
E-mail: trisha.freiberger@stpaul.gov

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.