Dir,Hazing Prevention

Position Title: Dir,Hazing Prevention

Employee Classification: Dir,Hazing Prevention

College/Division: Student Success & Enroll Management

Department: 520830-STUDENT LIFE

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: Commensurate with Qualifications

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt: Exempt

Summary: Be a National Leader in Hazing Prevention – Join Us and Create Lasting Change
Take your expertise to the next level as our Director of Hazing Prevention, where you’ll lead transformative efforts to eliminate hazing and build a culture of safety and accountability. Collaborate with national hazing prevention organizations, state leaders, and key campus partners—including athletics, Greek Life, and student organizations—to drive innovation and advocacy in hazing prevention.
This is more than a job—it’s a chance to influence national conversations, implement cutting-edge strategies, and inspire a safer, more connected student experience. If you’re ready to make a real impact, apply today and help lead the fight against hazing.

Classification Summary:
Responsible for leading university-wide efforts to prevent, address, and educate the campus community about hazing behaviors and their consequences. The Director provides oversight of compliance, training, and intervention programs related to hazing prevention, working closely with the Office of Institutional Equity, athletics, Greek Life, student organizations, and other key campus stakeholders. This position ensures that policies, procedures, and best practices align with legal and institutional mandates to foster a safe and inclusive environment for all students. As a member of the Student Conduct & Community Standards team, the Director contributes to, supports, and promotes events, activities, and experiences that enhance the student life experience.

Classification Standard Duties:
Develop and implement comprehensive hazing prevention education for students, faculty, and staff, focusing on risk reduction, harm prevention, and ethical decision-making. Coordinate mandatory anti-hazing training for high-risk student groups. Oversee the development of workshops, online modules, and awareness campaigns in collaboration with campus partners. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and institutional policies related to hazing/student conduct. Serve as the primary resource for hazing-related inquiries, reports, and investigations. Manage the tracking/reporting of hazing incidents in compliance with laws. Oversee the implementation of a centralized hazing incident database. Collaborate with university police, legal counsel, and student conduct to address reports of hazing and enforce accountability. Serve as a liaison to the New Mexico State Legislature and national hazing prevention organizations to advocate for best practices in hazing prevention. Partner with stakeholders to develop proactive intervention strategies. Work closely with community leaders to promote a culture of shared responsibility and bystander intervention. Represent the university at conferences. Review and recommend revisions to university. Lead the university’s Hazing Prevention Task Force, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and legal obligations. Develop sanctions and restorative justice approaches for those found responsible for hazing. Assist in crisis response and risk management strategies to prevent and mitigate hazing-related harm. Maintain accurate records of all hazing prevention programs, investigations, and compliance initiatives. Oversee budgetary resources allocated to hazing prevention efforts. Provide reports and recommendations to university leadership on trends and best practices. Serve on relevant university committees, including the Behavioral Intervention Team and Student Conduct Review Board. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
Education- Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Counseling, Law, or a related field. Experience- Three (3) years of professional work experience in student conduct, compliance, risk management, or student affairs, with specific knowledge of hazing prevention strategies. Equivalency- Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of professional work experience in student conduct, compliance, risk management, or student affairs – to include significant experience working with higher ed law cases, higher ed fraternity/sorority headquarters, military positions, or similar. Certifications/Licenses- Departmental Requirements Special Requirements-

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge and practice of student development theory, trauma informed interviewing and/or investigation techniques, retention factors and legal issues in higher education. Strong understanding of legal compliance related to hazing, Title IX, Clery Act, and student conduct policies. Knowledge in developing and implementing educational programs focused on student safety, conduct, and well-being. SKILLS: Excellent communication, training, and crisis management skills. Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal), including active listening and cultivating meaningful connections with diverse faculty, staff, parent, and community partners. Strong interpersonal, organization and crisis management skills. Computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office and Banner. ABILITIES: Ability to work collaboratively with diverse campus and community stakeholders. Ability to remain calm during times of crisis. Ability to recognize and set appropriate boundaries with students, including a focus on connecting students to resources and coaching. Demonstrate the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and quickly adapt to changing student needs. Ability to multitask while maintaining organization and thoughtful interactions with colleagues and students. Flexibility to adapt to different crisis. Embodies the ability to maintain composure when faced with crisis and/or high-stress situations. Ability to reserve personal reactions/ judgments /opinions. Ability to handle multiple cases and priorities at the same time. Ability to make decisions and work independently and as part of a team.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
The Director of Hazing Prevention is responsible for leading university-wide efforts to prevent and address hazing behaviors while fostering a safe and inclusive campus environment. This role involves oversight of compliance, training, intervention programs, and collaboration with key campus stakeholders, including student organizations, athletics, Greek Life, and the Office of Institutional Equity. The Director ensures that university policies align with federal and state regulations, manages hazing incident reporting and investigations, and promotes proactive educational initiatives. Additionally, the position contributes to student conduct processes, risk management strategies, and institutional advocacy for best practices in hazing prevention.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Requirements of the Position

Department Contact: Ann Coombes Goodman, anng@nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule:

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.