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SEARCH, a nonprofit organization of the states which operates nationally, has its corporate office in Sacramento, California. SEARCH has played a critical and enduring leadership role in building and supporting criminal history record information (CHRI) systems and information sharing capabilities throughout the nation. SEARCH has tackled this mission through partnerships with the U.S. Department of Justice, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, State agencies, and allied organizations.
Since 1969, SEARCH's primary objectives have been to a) improve the administration of justice through the effective application and responsible deployment of information and identification technologies; b) develop and promote constitutionally balanced and effective law and policy governing the use and management of justice information, systems, and technologies; c) enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and the quality of decisionmaking and information management through policy analysis, training, technical assistance, and systems development; and d) inform and improve policy and practice in the administration of justice through evidence-based research and data.
SEARCH has a staff of 20 professionals who provide expertise to local, state, and federal justice agencies through a broad array of activities, resources, and products in these areas: criminal history records systems; integrated justice information systems; technology standards development; justice information technology planning, acquisition, and management; information law and policy; and cybercrime investigation. These activities, resources, and products include technical assistance and training, resource development (research, analytical and survey reports, national conferences, symposia and workshops, and online resources), national-scope research, policy advocacy, and model development (model legislation, audits, standards and procedures, and best practices). Justice agencies served include law enforcement, prosecution/public defense, courts, corrections/jail, probation/parole, juvenile justice, criminal history repositories, and other related agencies.
SEARCH is governed by a member Membership Group comprised of one gubernatorial appointee from each of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands, as well as eight At-Large appointees selected by the Membership Group Chair. Members are primarily state-level justice officials responsible for operational decisions and policymaking regarding the management of criminal justice information, particularly criminal history information.
The Executive Director PositionThe Executive Director provides expertise and innovative leadership to implement the corporation's goals and objectives as established by Board policy. The Executive Director works with and answers to the Membership Group through the 15-member Board of Directors, to determine corporate policy, fiscal planning, and corporate directions. The Board governs through a model of policy governance. Applicants should be familiar with the policy governance style of organizational operations.
The Executive Director effectively uses all corporate fiscal and personnel resources to maximize products and services to the criminal justice community and develops new corporate resources through grants, contracts, and private-sector initiatives for SEARCH, the States, Members, and the justice community at large. As the Chief Executive Officer of SEARCH, the Executive Director represents the corporation and Membership Group before various branches and levels of government, including the U.S. Congress and the U.S. Department of Justice, criminal justice associations, and the private sector.
As a membership organization, SEARCH is involved in the sharing of criminal justice information in an ever-changing political and operational landscape. The Executive Director will be responsible for ensuring staff are equipped with the skills and resources needed to meet these changing demands. Accordingly, the Board is looking for an Executive Director who can effectively manage and lead this dynamic organization.
To ApplyPlease email your cover letter and résumé to David J. Roberts, Executive Director, at ...@search.org by December 31, 2023 . An initial screening of applications will take place by the Executive Director Selection Committee and SEARCH Board of Directors on January 22, 2024. Résumés will not be accepted in person or by mail. No telephone calls, please.
ResponsibilitiesThe primary areas of responsibility for this position are listed below.
Management and LeadershipOther duties as assigned.
Knowledge and SkillsThe Executive Director must demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and expertise.
General ExperienceA bachelor's degree in criminal justice, political science, and/or planning and public administration, and experience in the criminal justice field is mandatory. A master's degree in a related field is preferred, but 10 years in an executive-level management position in a nonprofit organization or state-level position in the criminal justice field may be considered an appropriate alternative.
$175,000 – $205,000 annually, plus benefits.
LocationSEARCH corporate offices are located in Sacramento, California, but the Executive Director may work in another location, subject to Board approval.
Hiring ProcessThe organization's Executive Director Selection Committee will conduct an initial résumé review. The strongest candidates, as determined in the Committee's sole discretion, will be invited to provide additional details regarding their qualifications and vision for SEARCH. The strongest candidates, as determined in the Committee's sole discretion, will be invited to one or more interviews at a time and location to be determined. SEARCH will pay all travel expenses associated with the interview process.
The Executive Director shall be selected by the Board of Directors and shall serve at the will of the Board, with the approval of the SEARCH Membership Group by two-thirds vote.
The anticipated start date is between May 1, 2024, and June 15, 2024.
SEARCH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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