Assistant Director of Community Standards
Northwestern University - Evanston, Illinois
Position Description
Serve as a case resolution coordinator or investigator, managing conduct cases including both non-separation level and those that have the potential to result in separation from the University (e.g., suspension or expulsion). This includes investigating, determining responsibility, and as appropriate, assigning sanctions.
Serve as lead and/or co-investigator for most matters that have the potential to result in separation from the University including: gathering evidence, documenting all steps, maintaining accurate and thorough records, composing comprehensive and technical written investigative reports.
Serve as a sanctioning panel coordinator. This role includes assembling panel members, ensuring all processes are followed, providing consult on sanctions and past precedent, and drafting outcome letters.
Serve as primary for cases involving student organizations/groups and liaise with Campus Life around matters of outreach, engagement. And case management.
Maintain detailed and appropriate records associated with all student conduct cases using the Maxient database.
Co-lead the recruitment, training, and management of panelists and student representatives.
Collaborate with and divide responsibility for leadership/management of administrative functions with other staff in the office. This includes assisting with updates to the Maxient system, coordinating outreach and education initiatives, and serving as a resource for stakeholders on general conduct issues.
Represent the Office of Community Standards on topical/functional committees and lead the Office’s involvement in initiatives related to hazing prevention and other topics as requested.
Position Requirements
Master’s degree in college student personnel administration, conflict resolution, or other relevant discipline required.
Minimum of four (4) years’ full-time professional experience, and two (2) years’ at a college/university specifically in student conduct, conflict resolution, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience in program facilitation, education and outreach efforts, marketing, and/or training.
Commitment to fostering student learning, social justice, restorative justice, and community values.
Knowledge of issues and challenges facing undergraduate and graduate students living on- and off-campus.
Excellent technical written and oral communication skills.
Understanding of the educational environment at highly selective institutions like Northwestern.
Evidence of commitment to continuous professional development.
Salary Information
$72,500-$75,000
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