Associate Director, Student Accountability

DetailsOpen Date 10/30/2024Requisition Number PRN40228BJob Title Associate Director, Student ServicesWorking Title Associate Director, Student AccountabilityJob Grade FFLSA Code AdministrativePatient Sensitive Job Code? NoStandard Hours per Week 40Full Time or Part Time? Full TimeShift DayWork Schedule Summary

Monday-Friday, 8 am – 5 pm

Some evenings and weekends

VP Area PresidentDepartment 02351 - Student AccountabilityLocation CampusCity Salt Lake City, UTType of Recruitment External PostingPay Rate Range $72,000, including a generous benefits packageClose Date 12/31/2024Job SummaryThe area of Student Accountability educates the University community about the community standards necessary to maintain and protect an environment conducive to learning. Our core purpose is to develop students’ academic and social responsibility. We value integrity, responsibility, community, civility, accountability, and fairness.The University of Utah seeks a highly motivated, student-centered, and dedicated professional to serve as the Associate Director of Student Accountability. Reporting to the Director of Student Accountability, the Associate Director oversees the student accountability process that is outlined in Policy 6-400: Student Rights and Responsibilities(http://regulations.utah.edu/academics/6-400.php).This full-time position is responsible for assisting in the supervision and management of all aspects of the student accountability system and providing a philosophical, developmental, and educational context for student behavior on campus. The Associate Director must strategically lead the program, balancing the needs of individual students with the needs of the community and those directly affected by a student’s behavior. This position is responsible for providing leadership, training, support, and guidance to members of the campus community in addressing misconduct and/or assisting students affected by another’s behavior.An excellent benefits package is included (seehttps://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/for a full description of the benefits package):

14.2% retirement matching

Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA )

11 paid holidays per year plus vacation accruals each month

Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow for access to care through the University of Utah health system

Tuition reduction for employees and family members

Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA / FSA savings plans are available

Free public transportation pass

About Student AffairsThe Office of the Dean of Students is part of Student Affairs. Student Affairs is comprised of over 20 departments and is focused on supporting student well-being and success with the ultimate goal of assisting students in discovering their passion, people, and purpose. To that end, we aim to foster an environment that encourages employees to embrace innovative service delivery methods to best meet the needs of our students. As a result, students have the opportunity to participate in the creation of campus culture, collaboratively working alongside professional staff, student leaders, and academic partners.Student Affairs is committed to grounding our programs, procedures, and policies in the tenets of anti-racism and inclusion. We recognize the continued importance of education and accountability that promote equity and social justice. Our expectation is that all employees are engaged in this work to create a welcoming environment that supports the success of both students and staff and ensures they have the opportunity to be fully incorporated into university life.Responsibilities

Assists the Director in developing, administering, and revising appropriate departmental policies and procedures and student accountability policies and processes consistent with University community standards and professional best practices.

Supervises Case Managers assigned to the student accountability team.

Serves as the lead student accountability case manager, including all Amnesty for Seeking Medical Attention or Reporting Violent Acts cases.

Serve as after business hour support for on-call staff through the AD on-call rotation, as part of the ODOS / HRE department response team in the case of an emergency. Thorough response to critical inquiries or needs from families, students, staff, faculty, alumni, and other campus constituents is an expectation along with knowledge of legal issues pertinent to housing.

Facilitates the appointment of hearing board members and provides leadership and training for staff, faculty, hearing boards, and others on appropriate resolution of student accountability matters.

Maintains student accountability records in accordance with all Federal laws and University policies and monitors and ensures compliance with Federal and State Laws including the Clery Act, Title IX, and Drug-Free Schools.

Serves as a member of the University’s Behavioral Intervention Team ( BIT ) with administrative units to address and resolve issues including threat assessment strategies.

Oversees communication with students, faculty, staff, parents, attorneys, and others regarding student accountability matters.

Provides consultation for students with problems, questions, and/or concerns regarding sexual assault, stalking situations, physical assault, harassment, problems with faculty and staff, etc.

Directs student programming and learning outcomes in the area of student rights and responsibilities designed to improve student development while achieving institutional objectives. Develops, implements, and analyzes assessment initiatives that foster student success.

Provides educational programming and outreach for the University community including during new student orientation.

Prepares/oversees the preparation of departmental publications and statistical and annual reports.

Represents the Office of the Dean of Students on University-wide and Divisional committees as well as University and external agencies as appropriate.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically requiredNearly Continuously: Office environment.Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration, a related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Six years of progressively more responsible management experience; and demonstrated leadership, human relations and effective communication skills also required.Master’s degree in Business Administration or related area preferred.Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.Preferences

Evidence of progressive leadership in student affairs

Knowledge of and experience with federal, state, and local law and regulations pertaining to students such as the Clery Act, FERPA , and Title IX

Strong interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills

Able to exercise sound decision-making and judgment

Strong problem solving and oral and written communication skills

Experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and a strong commitment to historically underrepresented students

Working understanding of promising practices of Housing and Residential Education

Training and affiliation with related professional associations ( ASCA , NASPA , ACPA , NaBITA, HECMA , etc.)

Familiarity with Advocate, or other applicable case management software

Type Benefited StaffSpecial Instructions SummaryFor full consideration, applicants must submit:1. Completed online application2. A cover letter that summarizes qualifications and expresses interest in the position3. Current resume or curriculum vitae, which includes dates of employment4. Name and contact information for at least four professional referencesAdditional InformationThe University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.eduhttps://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.