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Position:  DATA CoLab Coordinator
Location:  Philadelphia, PA
Job Id:  279
# of Openings:  4
Position:                      DATA CoLab Coordinator
Vacancy:                     4
Unit:                             Transparency Analytics (DATA) Lab
Supervisor:                 CoLab Project Manager
Funding:                     Three-year grant-funded position
 
Company Description
 
The Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office (DAO), led by District Attorney (DA) Larry Krasner, is committed to the mission of providing fair and just prosecution to all Philadelphians. DA Krasner believes that justice is best achieved through policies grounded in research, data, and science. Holding true to these commitments, the DAO has improved its capabilities to process data, craft policy, and conduct research. As we continue to modernize a progressive and fast-paced office, we aim to be responsive, forward thinking, and collaborative. 
 
**Please note that effective September 1, 2021, the City of Philadelphia requires all new employees to present proof of vaccination against COVID-19. **
 
To attain a job with the city, you must be a city of Philadelphia resident within 6 months (180 days) of hire and able to work completely in the office.
 
Summary of Job
DATA Co-Lab is a data-informed community engagement initiative hosted by the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office in the District Attorney’s Transparency Analytics (DATA) Lab and is funded by Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency “PCCD”. This initiative fosters partnerships between the DATA Lab and community-based organizations by hosting monthly workshops to provide data tools and engage in participatory research exercises. The main priorities of the DATA Co-Lab are: 1) to enhance the community partners’ capacity to use data to inform programming and advocacy efforts within their communities and 2) to elevate the experiences of community stakeholders and needs of various communities to inform DAO data analysis and data-driven policymaking. This project is intended to be place-based and community-driven. 
 
The DATA CoLab Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the internal and external tasks associated with the DATA CoLab Project through intentional relationship building, organization of notes and relevant materials, and other tasks as assigned. As a DATA CoLab Coordinator, you will become the point person for a partner community-based organization and focus on facilitating and coordinating CoLab efforts at that site. This will involve close communication and collaboration with community partners, as well as documenting information and processes as the CoLab model is implemented.
 
Job Responsibilities
  1. Work under the leadership of the Co-Lab Project Manager and in collaboration with DATA Lab team members and representatives from the DATA Co-Lab pilot partner organization to facilitate and coordinate throughout all phases of the DATA Co-Lab project, including outreach, screening and selection of partners, facilitation of Listening Sessions, development of customized Workshop Action Plans, facilitation of Workshop Action Plans, development of unique data-informed community intervention designs, and implementation and evaluation of community intervention designs.
  2. Coordinate with DAO Grant Administrator to ensure that partner organizations are aware of and in compliance with grant obligations related to reporting, record keeping, and fiscal management.
  3. Serve as an essential advocate for your region’s community-based organizations and community members, specifically communities located in the Southwest, Germantown, Kensington and West Philadelphia areas.
 
The DATA CoLab project is guided by the values of transparency, accountability, community collaboration, accessibility, and respect. Each DATA CoLab partnership should be guided by the specific goals and needs of the community partner. However, there are four, overarching goals motivating the DATA Lab and DAO: 
  • Democratize Data and Enhance Transparency to Build Trust 
  • Respond to Community Needs through Analysis and Policymaking 
  • Decrease Incidents of Violent Crime and Gun Violence 
  • Enhance Supports and Programming for Families and Individuals Impacted by Crime 
 
An ideal candidate will resonate with these values and goals, and will be committed in particular to ensuring the CoLab project is guided by the goals and needs of community partners.  
 
Skills & Qualifications
  • A bachelor's degree is preferred, but not required. A proven track record of work may stand in for a degree.
  • 2 or more years of experience preferred.
  • In-depth knowledge of and familiarity with the Southwest, Germantown, Kensington and West Philadelphia regions; candidates who are from these neighborhoods and regions of Philadelphia are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • Experience in facilitation, community organizing, and project and/or program management.
  • Strong knowledge of and familiarity with community-based organizations, grassroots groups, and mutual aid networks providing services within the Southwest, Germantown, Kensington, and/or West Philadelphia region;
  • Familiarity with digital organizing tools (E.g., Asana).
  • Interest in data as a tool to enhance and inform community-based interventions and services, inform community advocacy, policy demands, and organizing efforts.
  • Familiarly with community concerns and historical contexts related to mass incarceration, violence, crime, disinvestment and unmet community needs; individuals who are directly impacted by community violence, mass incarceration, or systemic disinvestment and resulting unmet community needs are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • Demonstrated interest in criminal justice reform and/or public policy strongly preferred. 
  • Candidates must be organized, flexible and capable of working under pressure.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is desirable.
  • Ability to develop and cultivate effective internal/external working relationships is essential.
  • Understanding of the uniquely sensitive and confidential nature of the professional services provided by the Office.
  • A demonstrated relationship with and an in-depth knowledge of the Southwest, Germantown, Kensington, and/or West Philadelphia region; candidates who are from these neighborhoods are encouraged to apply.
Annual Salary Range
$ 55,000 – 60,000
 
Rewards/Benefits
This is a grant funded exempt employee position with the City of Philadelphia. Immediately upon assuming office, new hire will receive benefits similar to those of other City of Philadelphia employees, including the below benefits:
  • We offer comprehensive health coverage (medical, vision, prescription and dental) for employees and their eligible dependents
  • Annual paid time off (PTO) package: 10 vacation days, 15 sick leave days, 11 paid holidays, 5 annual administrative leave
  • Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
  • Before tax commuter program
  • Health care and Dependent care flexible spending accounts
  • Sick leave bonuses and exchanges
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
 
Applications will be active for one year from the date of receipt by the Office.
 
All exempt employees of the District Attorney’s Office are at-will employees and serve at the pleasure of the District Attorney.  The at-will relationship shall not be modified for any employee and no agreement, oral or written, shall be entered into that changes the at-will relationship. 
 
** The Philadelphia District Attorney's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. **
 
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