Full-Time
Executive Director, Connecticut Sentencing Commission (CTSC)
Institute for Municipal and Regional Policy (IMRP) UConn School of Public Policy – Hartford Campus

The IMRP is seeking an Executive Director to serve as the senior staff lead for the Connecticut Sentencing Commission, overseeing all daily operations, research activities, and strategic priorities in close partnership with the Commission Chair and the IMRP Director. This role manages a multidisciplinary team, directs complex policy and research initiatives, develops budgets, drafts legislative and policy documents, and represents the Commission before state leaders, agencies, and academic partners. The Executive Director (UConn categorization: “Educational Program Manager 1”) ensures all activities align with statutory mandates, national best practices, and the Commission’s annual goals while maintaining full administrative, fiscal, and operational oversight.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Bachelor's degree in public policy, public administration, Law, criminology, sociology, economics, political science, or a related field, and six to seven years of relevant experience in research, policy development, legislative affairs, or program administration. At least two years of professional experience serving in a senior, supervisory, or project lead capacity, including responsibility for managing staff, overseeing complex initiatives, or directing collaborations.
• Demonstrated experience in criminal justice policy and sentencing practices, including familiarity with state and federal sentencing laws, research methodologies, and national trends in sentencing reform

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Master’s degree in public policy, public administration, Law, criminology, sociology, economics, political science, or a related field, and six years of relevant experience in research, policy development, legislative affairs, or program administration.
• Ph.D. or Juris Doctor (J.D.) in Criminal Justice, Public Policy, Law, or a related field, with a strong record of academic research or policy work in sentencing, criminal justice reform, or legal studies.
• Six or more years of experience working directly with sentencing commissions, legislative bodies, or criminal justice agencies, particularly in a policy advisory or leadership capacity.

View full job description and apply here (button?): https://jobs.hr.uconn.edu/en-us/job/499136/imrp-educational-program-manager-1

Part-Time / Contract

Part-time Visual Media Specialist (Videographer/Editor)
Institute for Municipal and Regional Policy (IMRP) UConn School of Public Policy – Hartford Campus

Up to 20 hrs. per month
Remote with on-site assignments through June 2026
Compensation: hourly wage ($25-$35/hr.) commensurate with experience

Job Summary:

The Institute for Municipal and Regional Policy (IMRP) at UConn School of Public Policy (SPP) is seeking a part-time Visual Media Specialist to support communications, marketing, and outreach efforts through engaging visual content.

Summary of Duties and Deliverables:

• Capture video and photography at IMRP events as directed, for use on web and social media platforms
• Script, edit, and produce short-form videos based on existing and new content to promote IMRP initiatives
• Attend on-site and off-site events as requested and contribute to storytelling ideas with pre-production support, field work, and post-production needs
• Shoot and deliver special projects with key IMRP partners as These may include interviews, vignettes, or short-form documentary work
• Deliver final media content optimized for multiple platforms and audiences
• Support specific School of Public Policy events and content deliverables on occasion

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in film, Media, Communications, Film and Video or a related field
• Ownership of or access to camera, lighting, and sound equipment
• Experience using Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, or comparable editing and visual platforms
• Knowledge of camera and editing equipment to produce high-end content suitable for distribution
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Ability to follow directions regarding tone and content of requested deliverables
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, Excel, SharePoint)

Interested candidates should submit the following materials to imrp@uconn.edu. Please note “IMRP Visual Media Specialist” in the headline.

• Resume or CV
• Portfolio or links to past work
• A brief cover letter outlining interest and relevant experience