Director

106346BR

Campus: West Valley

Program Director TRiO

Job Description

The Director of the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities (SRR) is responsible for leadership and direction of SRR and provides direct oversight for conduct investigations for students, immersion and digital, across all ASU locations. The Director oversees the SRR leadership team, contributing to the strategic direction and vision of the department. This role supervises department professional staff (including assistant and associate directors) and indirectly supervises administrative and investigative staff. The director also serves as a strategic partner to University Housing ensuring that residential life staff who act on behalf of SRR provide high quality investigations and documentation. The Director serves as a critical partner to other ASU and community agencies in support of the implementation of the Arizona Board of Regents Student Code of Conduct.

The Director reports to the Associate Dean of Students. This position if primarily based out of the TEMPE campus.

What’s in it for you:
Arizona State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes valuable employee benefits to enhance the total compensation of its staff. This package includes: (Click here to explore options)
• Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one.
• Low-cost health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement.
• Paid time for volunteer and professional development.
• 10 Paid Holidays and competitive Vacation and Sick accruals each Pay Period.
• Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings.
• Disability and leave program for income protection.
• Employee assistance for free and confidential behavioral health services.
• ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships.
• Flexible work arrangements are available in an alternative or hybrid schedule but will be based on the work and the needs of the university and department operations and pending leadership approval.

Currently hiring for the following shift: Monday – Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

This is not a grant funded position

Job Family

Education Outreach

Department Name

Upward Bound West

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

VP Code

EDUC OUTRCH & STDT SVCS

Scope of Search

Open

Grant Funded Position

This is a grant funded position. Continuation is contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

$80,000 - $85,000 per year; DOE

Close Date

02-December-2024

Category

04

Essential Duties

• Lead the Office of SRR, including the effective management of university student disciplinary procedures and oversight of all student conduct investigations, such as individual and organizational cases, and student Title IX matters.
• Oversee the daily operations of SRR processes to ensure consistent investigation and adjudication of ABOR Student Code of Conduct infractions across all ASU locations, serving as a key resource for the Associate Dean on departmental requirements and trends.
• Represent SRR and the Office of the Dean of Students by supporting the success of EOSS, participating in university committees, workgroups, and fulfilling assigned responsibilities.
• Resolve departmental issues and implement measures to improve operational effectiveness and efficiency.
• Provide oversight of departmental operations, including managing front desk staff, preparing data-driven reports, and overseeing various internal communications.
• Participates in planning, developing, and administering department budget.

• Supervise, train, & evaluate department staff to ensure best practices in Title IX and student conduct investigations are effectively integrated into their work.
• Provide training, consultations, and policy interpretation for students, faculty, staff, and community members regarding the Student Code of Conduct and associated processes.
• Stay informed on current trends in student conduct through professional development and facilitate educational workshops to enhance staff knowledge.

• Research, develop, and implement effective educational sanctions and tools designed to help students understand their rights and responsibilities.
• Investigate and adjudicate allegations of student misconduct, with a focus on fostering student ethical development, as necessary.
• Serve on the Student Assistance Coordination Committee to address issues like threats, aggression, sexual misconduct, and mental health concerns.
• Create, edit, and distribute documents, presentations, reports, and educational materials to support educational goals.
• Provide regular updates to supervisor regarding the status of complaints and progress of ongoing investigations.

• Ensure compliance with relevant federal, state, and local laws and policies, including Title IX, the Clery Act, and FERPA, while managing the completion of public records requests, conduct checks, and related reporting.
• Assist with revising policies to maintain alignment with the ABOR student code of conduct, disciplinary processes, and grievance procedures.
• Collect, analyze, and report data to demonstrate outcomes of goals and objectives, and monitor and track required outcomes and sanctions per the Student Code of Conduct using the student conduct database.

• Build and maintain relationships with external partners (e.g., police, sheriff, prosecutor’s office) on student conduct matters and serve as a liaison to other university departments for conduct case management.
• Engage with students, faculty, staff, families, and community partners to foster a work environment that values respect for diversity and the development of skills to connect with various populations.
• Attend and participate in student and institutional events, including those held in the evenings and on weekends.
  

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in Student Services, Education, or a directly related discipline AND three years progressively responsible experience in related discipline, which includes three years supervisory experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

• Evidence of a Master’s degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Justice Studies, Social Work, Law Enforcement, or a related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of college student development principles and practices, with the ability to apply them effectively.
• Demonstrated knowledge and/or training in Title IX, VAWA, FERPA, Clery Act, and other applicable laws and regulations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of social media, public record searches, and public records requests.
• Demonstrated investment in the holistic growth and development of staff.
• Evidence of effective staff supervision skills, with knowledge of best practices in human resource management and development.
• Experience conducting high-level investigations, including cases of sexual harassment, assault, violence, and organizational misconduct, such as hazing.
• Evidence of trauma-informed practice training.
• Knowledge of investigative techniques and holistic approaches to conflict resolution, including student development frameworks.
• Experience in conflict mediation, resolution, and crisis management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact.
• Evidence of effective communication skills.
• Experience in building rapport and work effectively with diverse students, staff, faculty, administrators, and community members.
• Experience with student housing management, including handling behavioral issues within residential settings.
• Experience working with student clubs, organizations, fraternities/sororities, and athletics.
• Experience developing and assessing learning outcomes.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage a large workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications; experience with WorkDay and Maxient or similar systems.

Working Environment

• Collaborate across various EOSS departments throughout the University and community as well as with diverse populations and groups to achieve objectives
• Professionally represent department/program
• Work collaboratively across various departments within the University as well as with diverse populations and groups
• Develop and deliver presentations to groups
• Use computers effectively - including inputting, reviewing and retrieving information, extended periods of viewing screen, and using mouse and keyboard
• Use critical thinking to make decisions and/or analyze data
• Research, develop, implement and assess programs
• Supervise staff
• Communicate effectively to perform essential duties
• Work collaboratively to achieve objectives

Department Statement

Educational Outreach and Student Services (EOSS) is committed to enrolling all qualified students at Arizona State University and assisting them in their academic success. EOSS provides a broad range of services and support to students and prospective students ranging from outreach efforts with K-12 schools, orientation programs for new freshman, bridge programs to assist the transition to a university environment, and a wide variety of services, programs and activities for enrolled students. EOSS has direct responsibility for multiple departments across four campuses, some of which include the Dean of Students, University Housing, Health Services, Counseling Services, Disability Resources, the Memorial Union, TRIO programs, Sun Devil Fitness, Student Government, Student Media, Career Services, Access ASU and others.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.