Assistant Director for Student Conduct
Job Description:
The Assistant Director, under general direction, assists the Director/Dean of Students in all aspects of departmental operations and maintains responsibility for a major functional unit(s) within a department.
- Assumes administrative responsibility for the department when tasked by higher authority, assists with the overall management and operations of the Office for Student Conduct, responsible for oversight of departmental marketing, publications, website, and outreach of educational initiatives in coordination with University Marketing & Communication.
- Coordinates with University colleagues with the implementation of special projects and programs as assigned, creates and develops trainings, workshops, and sanctions to support the prevention and outreach efforts of the Office for Student Conduct, coordinates student conduct panel member training for University constituencies, review incident reports and initiates the Student Conduct Review Process, meets with students to facilitate the student conduct process regarding alleged violations of the student conduct code, adjudicates alleged violations of the conduct code in accordance with Southern University policies and procedures.
- Independently manages assigned cases from inception through completion ensuring compliance with timelines, due process, and policies, investigates alleged violations of the Southern University student conduct codes, maintains accurate and up-to-date records of cases and proceedings in Maxient, prepares or assists in the preparation of reports, assessments, and other necessary tasks, develops and assists with conflict resolution, mediation, and the de-escalation of disputes.
- Responds to inquiries from outside constituents regarding student cases as prescribed by departmental, University, and other relevant policies and laws, responds to inquiries for student conduct status for students attempting to participate or join campus-approved club/organizations, represents the department at university meetings, committees, and functions, as appropriate, perform other duties as assign.
- Knowledge word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in student personnel/other related field
- Three years of related experience
- Master’s degree in student personnel or other related field required
- Three plus years’ experience in student conduct
- Experience managing cases using Maxient case management software (at least 3 years) and Banner
- Conflict management and mediation training
- Experience in adjudicating individual conduct and an understanding of the role of student conduct in a public university
- Experience developing workshops, sanctions, or programs
- Experience in problem-solving, interviewing, and investigation
How to Apply:
Interested applicants must complete a Southern University employment Application. External applicants can apply here.
Current Southern University employees should apply here.