What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Residential Student Conduct position at Western Carolina University?
The primary location of this position is the Cullowhee, NC campus. This position is designated as being exempt from the State of North Carolina Human Resources Act (EHRA).
The individual in this role is responsible for supporting the university’s residential living communities by managing student conduct cases and coordinating training and professional development initiatives. This individual will dedicate 30 hours per week to the management, processing, and resolution of low-to-mid level student conduct cases originating in residential living. Additionally, 10 hours per week will be devoted to the development and facilitation of training and professional development programs for Residence Life staff, focusing on their broader roles within residential living.
This role is critical in ensuring a consistent and educational approach to upholding community standards and preparing Residence Life staff for success in their responsibilities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for this Position:
The individual in this role is responsible for supporting the university’s residential living communities by managing student conduct cases and coordinating training and professional development initiatives. This individual will dedicate 30 hours per week to the management, processing, and resolution of low-to-mid level student conduct cases originating in residential living. Additionally, 10 hours per week will be devoted to the development and facilitation of training and professional development programs for Residence Life staff, focusing on their broader roles within residential living.
This role is critical in ensuring a consistent and educational approach to upholding community standards and preparing Residence Life staff for success in their responsibilities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for this Position:
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism.
- Strong collaboration skills, with a focus on teamwork and relationship building.
- Proficiency in conflict resolution, leadership development, and training facilitation.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship from the employer.
- Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, social work, or a related field.
- 1-2 years of experience in student conduct, residence life, or related areas within higher education, including graduate assistantship experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing training and professional development programs.
- Familiarity with best practices in residential living and student accountability.
- Knowledge of relevant policies, laws, and regulations such as FERPA, Title IX, and the Clery Act.
Position Type
Permanent Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week
Number of Months Per Year
12
Posting Text
Open Date
03/04/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered, applicants must apply online. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
Candidates must include the following attachments:
Candidates must include the following attachments:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- List of Professional References (include complete contact information)
For questions or additional information, please contact Chris Parrish at parrish@email.wcu.edu
Background/E-Verify
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.
Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.
Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.
Credential Verification
All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.
EOE
Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.
University Safety
The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.
