The Criminal Justice Commission's (ACJC) mission is to continuously address, improve, sustain and enhance public safety in the State of Arizona through the coordination, cohesiveness and effectiveness of the Criminal Justice System.
ACJC’s talented, passionate and engaged staff provide resources and services for Arizona's 480 criminal justice agencies on a myriad of issues ranging from drugs, gangs, victim compensation and assistance to criminal history and statewide policy development. Our diverse workforce facilitates information and data exchange, along with program and policy evaluation by our award winning Statistical Analysis Center (SAC). Our supportive leadership and flexible work environment provide meaningful career opportunities in a great place to work. Using effective teamwork, we are dedicated to improving the quality of life for Arizona citizens.
If you are looking to work with compassionate and motivated professionals in a team environment using your skills to benefit others, consider joining ACJC today!
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The State of Arizona and the Criminal Justice Commission (ACJC) is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission will make reasonable accommodations during any and all phases of the selection process for a person with disabilities. Persons with such a disability may request a reasonable accommodation, such as a sign language interpreter, by calling (602) 364-1146. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
Chief of Programs
The Chief of Programs provides executive leadership over the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission’s programmatic operations and is responsible for carrying out the agency’s Chief Financial Officer function.
Will oversee statewide criminal justice programs and direct the agency’s finance activities to ensure effective grant administration, fiscal accountability, and compliance with state and federal requirements. In this role, the Chief of Programs integrates program oversight with budgeting, financial reporting, procurement, grant drawdowns, and grant development.
The Chief of Programs serves as the primary connection between programs and finance, supports proactive fiscal risk management, and advises the Executive Director on programmatic, financial, and operational issues.
The Chief of Programs is a member of the agency’s executive leadership team and plays a central role in maintaining the integrity, sustainability, and effectiveness of the agency’s work.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
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ACJC enjoys a long history of providing internship opportunities to those who want to learn valuable new skills, while exploring career interest in the criminal justice field. Interning at ACJC provides an excellent opportunity for workplace learning at a state government agency. In today’s job market, having a competitive advantage can enhance your resume and may increase your opportunities for an interview. Interns will acquire technical and soft skills while assisting staff on a variety of research, reports, and projects which influence criminal justice policy decisions across Arizona. Internships are offered every semester and may be available for academic credit based.
If you are seeking an opportunity to acquire career experience working with supportive leadership, be mentored by subject-matter experts (SMEs) and available to intern a minimum of 16 hours per week, consider applying for an ACJC Internship opportunity today!