The Mississippi Center for Justice is working in partnership with SHARED Strategy Group LLC to conduct a national search for President and CEO.
THE OPPORTUNITY FOR A TRUE CHAMPION OF JUSTICE
There is no greater time than this to step into a leadership role that can ignite hope and drive transformative progress, advancing justice in a state that is positioned at the tipping point for positive change. The Mississippi Center for Justice (MCJ) is seeking a champion to lead the organization as President and CEO in this next era of impact and victory. As MCJ President and CEO, you will lead a team of passionate advocates and subject matter experts dedicated to advancing racial, economic, and social justice; increasing access to quality education; protecting voters’ rights; advocating for safe affordable housing and land ownership; eliminating health disparities; and enforcing the civil rights of marginalized Mississippians. In addition to working within Mississippi, the MCJ President and CEO will be at the forefront of civil rights work that influences justice-seeking efforts across the nation. Candidate must live in Mississippi and work primarily out of the central office in Jackson, Mississippi.
JUSTICE-DRIVEN: OVERVIEW OF THE MISSISSIPPI CENTER FOR JUSTICE
MCJ was founded in 2003 by Martha Bergmark, a nationally recognized leader in the movement to fulfill America’s promise of justice for all. The organization works to advance racial, social, and economic justice across the state through an approach that combines legal services with policy advocacy, community education, and media outreach. The Center partners with national, regional, and community organizations to develop and implement campaigns designed to create better futures for low-income Mississippians and communities of color. Currently, MCJ operates out of three office hubs in Jackson, Biloxi, and Indianola, Mississippi, with over 30 staff members and countless fellows, volunteers, and partners that support issue specific work on an ongoing basis. For more information, visit www.mscenterforjustice.org. To view the full announcement, visit https://bit.ly/3AsuIwK.
COMPENSATION
The Mississippi Center for Justice offers a competitive compensation package that demonstrates the commitment to our employees and to the greater mission towards justice. The compensation offered is more than just a package, it is part of our philosophy. Compensation includes:
-Annual salary range beginning at $191K with final salary based on experience.
-A 403(b) plan with an option for employer contributions.
-Comprehensive health insurance coverage including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
-Cafeteria Plan that includes Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical and/or Dependent Care.
-Short-Term Disability.
-Life insurance coverage up to $50,000.
- Monthly cellular phone allowance.
