Title: John B. Pickett Fellowships in Criminal Justice Policy and Management. Series: Solicitation Author: National Institute of Justice Published: December 1998 Subject: Criminal justice 5 pages 7,000 bytes ------------------------------ Figures, charts, forms, and tables are not included in this ASCII plain-text file. To view this document in its entirety, download the Adobe Acrobat graphic file available from this Web site or order a print copy from NCJRS at 800-851-3420 (877-712-9279 for TTY users). ------------------------------ Fellowship Program Announcement with the John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University National Institute of Justice John B. Pickett Fellowships in Criminal Justice Policy and Management ------------------------------ The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) announces fellowships in Criminal Justice Policy and Management at Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government for two separate programs: a 1-year Master's in Public Administration Program and a 3-week Program for Senior Executives in State and Local Government. NIJ is the research and development agency of the U.S. Department of Justice. It sponsors research into promising methods of controlling crime and improving the criminal justice system and evaluates programs to determine what works and why. The fellowship program was established in memory of John B. Pickett, the first Director of Planning and Management at NIJ. During his 20-year career at NIJ, Pickett made many significant contributions to the administration of criminal justice. He was instrumental in establishing the Executive Session on Policing at Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government and helped develop the management and administrative policies of the State Justice Institute, where he served as Acting Director on assignment from NIJ. He was the recipient of several Justice Department outstanding performance and special achievement awards and a 1978 Presidential certificate of appreciation. He died in 1990. Pickett Fellowship applicants for both programs must demonstrate the qualities of integrity, professionalism, and dedication to public service exemplified in John Pickett's character and distinguished career and must have the motivation and values to serve as leaders in their fields and to meet society's need for excellence in government. ------------------------------ Midcareer Master's in Public Administration Program This fellowship will provide full or partial tuition for a student pursuing a 1-year Master's in Public Administration (MPA). The fellowship is for experienced midcareer professionals working in public service who seek to expand their knowledge of criminal justice policy and management. Eligibility requirements. Applicants must have outstanding academic and professional records and be enrolled in or admitted to the Kennedy School of Government. Either the Graduate Management Admission Test or the Graduate Record Examination is required for admission to this program. Fellowship applicants also should have at least 7 years of experience in law enforcement, corrections, prosecution, courts, or other criminal justice professions. Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate a desire to continue in the field of criminal justice policy and management, although not necessarily in their current capacity. Award amount and application procedure. The fellowship will cover some or all of the cost of tuition for the 1-year MPA. Applicants must submit a statement of proposed graduate study and career plans, a detailed r‚sum‚, and three letters of reference. For further information about the fellowship, contact Dr. Brenda White, Associate Dean for Enrollment Services, at 617-495-1152 or at the following address: Enrollment Services John F. Kennedy School of Government Harvard University 79 John F. Kennedy Street Cambridge, MA 02138 The application deadline is April 9, 1999. ------------------------------ Program for Senior Executives in State and Local Government This program offers an intensive 3 weeks of executive education for senior-level executives in all government functions from State, county, and municipal governments and their elected counterparts. Recent participants have included a State cabinet secretary, a city manager from a midsize city, and a government affairs officer from a major corporation, as well as police chiefs and other criminal justice officials. The program is designed to prepare participants for increased responsibilities and to stimulate interest in new management ideas and techniques. Eligibility requirements. Pickett Fellowship applicants for this program must be senior-level criminal justice executives; some preference will be given to police. Applicants must be able to demonstrate that their organizations are committed to community-oriented policies and procedures and that the applicant has had a significant role in designing or implementing the strategy. In addition, all police applicants must have attended the FBI National Academy, the Police Executive Research Forum's Senior Management Institute for Police, or a comparable executive development program. Award amount and application procedure. The fellowship will provide the partial cost of tuition, lodging, meals, and instructional materials for the 3-week session. Applicants or their agencies must contribute at least $1,000 of the total cost. Applicants may request one of two sessions: June 12-July 2, 1999, or July 11-30, 1999. When requesting an application, please indicate intention to apply for a Pickett Fellowship. Each applicant for this program must submit with his or her application a statement of no more than three pages that demonstrates a tangible commitment by their agency to community-oriented strategies, policies, or procedures. The statement should also include evidence of the applicant's role in this community-oriented approach. For further information, contact Robyn S. Champion, Director, Program for Senior Executives in State and Local Government, at 617-495-0652, at Robyn_Champion@harvard.edu, or at the following address: Program for Senior Executives in State and Local Government John F. Kennedy School of Government Harvard University 79 John F. Kennedy Street Cambridge, MA 02138 The application deadline is April 2, 1999.