Role of the Mentee

  1. Have a desire to learn, grow and succeed in the work of ICJ;
  2. Develop skills through Commission approved training opportunities;
  3. Reach out in a timely fashion to seek guidance when a need develops; and
  4. Determine your expectations from your assigned mentor.

Mentor Eligibility

Any Commissioner, compact administrator, deputy compact administrator, or other ICJ office staff who:

  1. Has at least two (2) years of experience working for a state Compact office and
  2. Is employed by a state considered to be in good standing, as indicated by previous performance measurement assessments and/or compliance-related actions.

Role of the Mentor

  1. Advise and/or train mentee;
  2. Ask questions to determine mentee’s understanding of ICJ Rules and processes, as well as areas needing clarity or improvement;
  3. Assist mentee in learning about the Commission’s policies and procedures, including those related to travel, interpretation of rules, and dispute resolution;
  4. Act as a resource for information and resources that can aid ICJ work;
  5. Provide insight through mentor’s ICJ experience and aid in problem solving;
  6. Encourage and provide support during the transition period for mentee;

Jessica Wald, Deputy Compact Administrator - ND

"Jessica routinely goes above and beyond the call of duty when facilitating juvenile transfers, returns, and travel permits. She is incredibly accommodating and makes every effort to make each transaction seamless. Her communication is clear and transparent making our various processes simple and straightforward. As a result, we have a great collaborative relationship with North Dakota that serves all stakeholders incredibly well.”

– Anonymous

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