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Restorative Justice Student Support Coordinator; Restorative Justice Lab – Politics, Justice, Law, & Philosophy at UNA

Posted: 12/03/2025

UNA is accepting applications for the position of Restorative Justice Student Support Coordinator in the Restorative Justice Lab in Politics, Justice, Law, and Philosophy.  This position works closely with the program director, program coordinator, and study hall tutors to support current and prospective students in the program with additional resources. Specifically, this position assists with the administration and implementation of the Restorative Justice Lab’s Mellon grant, which seeks to expand programming to English language learners, to integrate arts-based workshops and assessments into the curriculum, to develop a summer bridge program for incoming students, and to build a feasibility plan for a potential expansion into an associate’s degree program. The ideal candidate has experience working with incarcerated learners and also with restorative practices. This position supervises program tutors and Spanish language navigators as well as the program’s graduate teaching assistant; will help to prepare accreditation reports to SACSCOC; and will possibly teach in the program, if desired, depending on qualifications.

*This is a grant-funded position.  Initial and continuing employment in this position is subject to funding provided by the external grant.*  This position is funded by a Mellon grant and is expected to last three years, however that timeframe is not guaranteed.  

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree is required, with preference given to degree programs included in RJ Lab curriculum (English, psychology, criminal justice, sociology); a master’s degree is preferred, with preference given to the same degree programs listed prior; experience with student support services, advisement, and/or case management in an academic, community, and/or prison setting is required; experience in an administrative role involving project planning, execution, and budgeting is preferred; familiarity with data collection, management, and reporting is preferred; and familiarity with restorative practices is preferred.  In addition, a current, valid driver’s license is required and the ability to successfully complete the Alabama DOC volunteer training and background check processes, both of which are required to enter the facility.

To view the complete job description and/or apply for the position, please visit the Online Employment System at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/una/jobs/5156218/restorative-justice-student-support-coordinator. Applications will only be accepted through this system.  Please be prepared to upload a cover letter and resume at the time of application, as well as provide contact information for at least three professional references. For questions, please email employment@una.edu or call 256.765.4291 and select option #2.  Selecting an option other than #2 will result in a delayed response.

The University of North Alabama will be closed for the Christmas holidays beginning at 4:30 PM on Friday, December 19, 2025 and will reopen at 8:00 AM on Monday, January 5, 2026.  Responses to emails may be delayed during this time and all emails will be answered upon our return.

UNA is an equal opportunity employer. We seek a wide range of applicants for our positions so that our core values will be affirmed.