Associate Director of Community Standards & Student Conduct

Posting will remain open until filled. Priority consideration for application received by January 5, 2025.

Under the Vice President for Students Office and the Dean of Student Support and Funding Services, the Associate Director of Community Standards & Student Conduct manages a comprehensive student conduct and community standards program for students. The Associate Director has significant responsibility for investigating and adjudicating alleged violations of the Student Conduct Code, which occurs both on and off campus. The Associate Director will adjudicate both academic and behavioral misconduct. This includes determining appropriate educational sanctions for students found responsible for violating the Student Conduct Code.

The Associate Director of Community Standards & Student Conduct coordinates outreach and educational programming opportunities related to student rights and responsibilities, academic integrity, student conduct code, Concern, Assistance, Resources, and Empowerment Team (CARE), behavioral intervention, anti-hazing, sexual misconduct, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), substance abuse, and related topics.

The Associate Director of Community Standards & Student Conduct reports to the Dean of Student Support and Funding Services with consultation from the College’s Title IX Coordinator. This individual works closely with key campus partners including the Office of Public Safety, Women’s Programs, Counseling Center, International Student Programs, Center for Leadership and Service, Concern, Assistance, Resources and Empowerment (CARE) Team, Running Start, instructional cohorts, faculty chairs, and coordinators to connect each individual involved in a process to appropriate and applicable college resources.

This position is an exempt, at-will, full-time position.Program Management: Office of Community Standards and Student Conduct & CARE

• Administer and interpret the student conduct process and procedures to ensure compliance with Washington Administrative Code 132I-126;
• Serve as the college’s student conduct officer per Washington Administrative Code 132I-126;
• Investigate alleged violations of the student code of conduct, adjudicate student conduct cases, schedule and manage student conduct meetings and hearings, as outlined in Student Conduct Code and student judicial processes and procedures;
• Evaluate, determine and communicate student conduct process, procedures, sanctions, and conditions to students with a culturally responsive and inclusive framework;
• Assist in the development, deployment and evaluation of reporting and decision-making protocols relative to students of concern;
• Serve as Co-Chair for the Behavioral Intervention Team known as CARE (Concern, Assistance, Resources, and Empowerment Team), and Chair the Hazing Prevention Committee;
• Case Manage students referred to CARE using a collaborative model;
• Serve as a member of the Compliance Committee, Housing Committee, Artificial Intelligence Workgroup, and other campus committees;
• Coach, collaborate and consult with faculty and staff in relation to addressing concerning behaviors related to CARE, Conduct, and Academic Integrity;
• Process and manage cases through the Maxient software system;
• File allegations, schedule cases, and issue disciplinary meeting and sanctions letters;
• Ensure the maintenance, security, and accuracy of all student conduct and CARE records and documentation;
• Generate reports on student conduct issues, including quarterly and annual conduct reports;
• Manage the preparation and maintenance of statistical, demographic, and subject matter data related to student conduct cases and CARE reports;
• Lead recruitment processes and train Student Conduct Committee members; 
• Develop and operate educational initiatives related to student conduct that support the mission and values of Highline College;
• Manage the Office of Community Standards & Student Conduct Student & Activities budget.

Title IX:

• Serve as the Title IX Deputy Coordinator for student related matters;
• Manage Title IX training and coordination with respective stakeholders to ensure sufficient Title IX programming, prevention and awareness;
• Conduct training for students regarding Title IX, Student Conduct, CARE, and campus policies and procedures;
• Administer course and maintain completion records for online Title IX and anti-hazing training;
• Implement quarterly education awareness to students regarding Title IX;
• Respond to complaint of sexual misconduct as defined in the campus student conduct code;
• Provide comprehensives, timely, trauma-informed response and support services to students, staff and faculty reporting sexual misconduct; 
• Engage in interventions that support student success through the lens of cultural responsiveness, inclusivity, and student development;
• Conduct intake meetings with individuals reporting sexual misconduct;
• Work with Investigators to ensure a well-documented Title IX investigative process;
• Investigate and take steps needed for a Title IX complaint - from investigation inception through final resolution;
• Assist with Title IX investigations and hearings;
• Collaborate with members of the college to conduct training, prevention, and education efforts and periodic review of climate and culture.

Training and Development:

• Facilitate training programs and learning outcomes for employees and students on awareness, management, referrals, and reporting protocols;
• Act as a resource to students by explaining the processes and procedures involved in student conduct proceedings and referring them to campus partners as necessary;
• Assist with the development of communication materials, relative to student misconduct, CARE, Title IX, and academic integrity, using a variety of media formats to support outreach efforts with students, faculty and staff;
• Remain current and trained on standards of best practices, emerging strategies and interventions, trends, issues and research at the local, state, federal, and international levels;
• Manage and implement ongoing trainings for students, staff and faculty regarding Student Conduct Administration, Academic Dishonesty and Integrity, Title IX, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), National Behavioral Intervention Team Association, and NaBITA threat assessment.

Perform other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree; AND
• Minimum three years of relevant experience.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Master’s degree;
• Experience with administering a student conduct policy, residential life operations, Title IX, academic integrity, college policies and procedures, and regulatory compliance.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. 

THE COLLEGE

Highline College prides itself on its commitment to diversity and equity, its institutional culture of collegiality and innovation, its globalization of curricula and its inclusion of the community in its programming. Founded in 1961, Highline College is situated in a diverse community just 15minutes south of Seattle. The college annually serves more than 16,500 students –– a student population of over 70% students of color, representing 35 nations and more than 100 languages. The college embraces equity, inclusion and social justice, with core goals of student attainment, diversity, community Engagement and sustainability. The student body at Highline College is made up of Transfer students, Running Start students, Professional- Technical students, International students, Comprehensive Transition Program for students with intellectual disabilities, Adult Basic Education and English Language Learners. In addition, we offer six bachelor of applied science, four-year degrees.

MISSION AND VISION

As an essential part of our mission and vision, diversity, equity and inclusion are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Your online application must include the following to be considered complete:

1. A detailed resume that addresses the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position;

2. A letter of application/cover letter (two-page maximum, recommended) that addresses your ability to meet the QUALIFICATIONS, and KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES for the position;

3. A one-page response to the Supplemental Question.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• National Criminal Background Check may be required.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/highline

NEED APPLICATION HELP?

Should you have any difficulties uploading your documents or navigating the application process, please contact NEOGOV Technical Support at 1-855-524- 5627, Monday - Friday 6:00 AM to 6:00PM Pacific Time.

HIGHLINE COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Highline College is an equal opportunity employer. The College is committed to enhancing the diversity of our faculty and staff, as well as our student population. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientations, and gender identity diversity. We strongly encourage applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legal protected status.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

The College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants needing accommodations in the application process in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources office at (206) 592-3812. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay, the state's free telecommunication access service.

TITLE IX POLICY

Highline College complies with Title IX regulations. For details on our policies, see our website https://humanresources.highline.edu/faculty-and-staff/policies/title-ix/

The College appointing authorities reserve the right and may exercise the option to make an employment decision prior to the conclusion of the recruitment process. 

Salary : $78,000 - $83,000