Dispute Resolution Center

Position Description

Title: Restorative Neighborhood Network Coordinator

Reports to: Manager of Programs and Services
Hours: Part-time, 15-25 hours/week, involving evenings and weekends
Status: Non-exempt or contracted
Deadline: Open until filled

Project Summary: The Restorative Neighborhood Network (RNN) in St. Paul will promote the
understanding and use of restorative practices (RP) among young people, the adults in their lives,
and the systems that shape their lives. The project is anchored in two St. Paul high schools that
are in the process of implementing RP in their buildings. The RNN extends that learning beyond
the school buildings by engaging and educating families, youth leaders, neighbors, faith leaders,
business owners and public servants in the goal of creating peaceful, equitable, and safe
communities. The RNN coordinator will build relationships in the community, collaborate with
school personnel, conduct outreach and coordinate trainings and other learning opportunities.

Core Responsibilities:
- Outreach to stakeholders connected to the Johnson and Como Park schools, and in
surrounding neighborhoods, including families, youth leaders, neighbors, faith leaders,
business owners and public servants.
- Communicate and collaborate with administrators and key personnel at JHS and CPSHS
to plan community engagement events, RJ information sessions and trainings
opportunities.
- Deliver information sessions and presentations about restorative practices at school
events and other community settings.
- Coordinate circle trainings and other restorative practices trainings and recruit training
participants, collaborate with school personnel to recruit parents and others connected to
the school.
- Develop and conduct evaluations to track program outcomes; collect data at events and
trainings; assemble program reports.
- Participate in additional training opportunities in restorative practices and conflict
resolution; attend community events and networking events as needed.
 - Provide general organizational support as needed, including fundraising, data entry and
general outreach.

Required Experience and Skills:

- Knowledge of and commitment to restorative justice, alternative dispute resolution
methods and equity in education; a willingness to continue learning.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills including: writing, public
speaking, active listening, group facilitation, leading by example, connecting well and
building relationships with diverse individuals and communities.
- Strong knowledge and experience of diverse Saint Paul communities, especially in North
End, East Side and Como; knowledge of Saint Paul Public Schools especially Como Park
Senior High School and Johnson High School.
- Demonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skills, leadership abilities, attention
to detail, tenacious, and curious.
- Preferred experience with outreach, social media, program coordination, delivering
trainings and presentations.
- Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends, ability to travel within Saint
Paul, especially to Como, North End and East Side neighborhoods.
- Ability to work independently, self-motivate, have a positive attitude, be energetic,
inquisitive, creative, and possess strong organizational skills.

Other Information:
- The Restorative Neighborhood Network Coordinator is funded by a grant through the
F.R. Bigelow Foundation over a period from August 2017 to July 2018.
- The position works under the supervision of DRCs Manager of Programs and Services
- The Coordinator will often work outside of the DRC office meeting with school
personnel, delivering outreach presentation, and developing partnerships with service
providers and community organizations.
- .5 to .75 FTE position with a salary or contract in the $15,000-$25,000 range, DOE.

Please send your cover letter and resume to:

Dispute Resolution Center
91 East Arch Street
Saint Paul, MN 55130
Fax: 651-292- 6065
Email: drc@drc-mn.org
Questions, please call DRC at 651-292-6067 or email at drc@drc-mn.org

The Dispute Resolution Center is an EEOC employer. This description does not constitute an offer or
contract of employment. The Dispute Resolution Center (DRC) is a private, non-profit community
mediation program established in 1982 to provide mediation, facilitation, training, and referral services
to residents of the East Metro area of the Twin Cities. The mission of Dispute Resolution Center is to
promote the constructive resolution of conflict through open communication and shared decision-making.