Assistant Director of Community Standards

SCAD; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SCAD is seeking an assistant director of community standards to monitor and update student conduct records and disability services data, documenting interactions in the Guardian and Titanium systems and maintaining the master schedule.

The role involves developing psychoeducational programs, training staff, handling emergencies, and collaborating across departments to ensure compliance with policies including the Jeanne Clery Act. Bachelor's degree and relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, mastery of communication and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with electronic record-keeping systems and client management.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills in a university setting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and update student conduct records and disability services data in appropriate systems.
• Provide training to staff and faculty on conduct-related issues and education strategies.
• Investigate reports of potential student conduct violations and collaborate on adjudication processes.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Electronic records systems

Client management systems

Job description

As an assistant director of community standards, you will monitor and update the disability services database as assigned to ensure accurate, up-to-date information. You will promptly and accurately document student interactions in the Titanium computerized documentation system. You will maintain a current schedule and keep it up to date in the master schedule and the Titanium computerized schedule. You will also prepare reports for your supervisor's signature and approval. Among other duties, you will contribute to outreach, psychoeducational program development, and presentations to enhance awareness and understanding of disability services. Additionally, you will inform your supervisor of staff development needs and actively participate in department performance improvement initiatives.

In this role, you will train SCADhome staff and academic faculty on conduct-related issues. Similarly, you will develop and implement appropriate strategies to educate the university community on student behavior and the conduct process, such as training, programs, or workshops. Responsibilities include assisting with the management of Guardian — the conduct database — and counseling individual students regarding their resources and responsibilities. You will also assist with the development, implementation, and monitoring of developmentally appropriate educational sanctions and assess data to support such efforts. Among other responsibilities, you will serve on an on-call rotation to respond to emergencies and provide guidance during crises.

In this position, you will collaborate with various internal departments to investigate reports of potential student conduct violations, assess evidence and documentation, and determine appropriate adjudication processes. You will maintain an active caseload of community standards cases and serve as a resource for conflict resolution and restorative practices. Additionally, you will ensure compliance with policies and procedural requirements of the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills. They are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive university environment. The candidate can work collaboratively and effectively with diverse stakeholders. They can also track, analyze, and resolve student cases accurately and efficiently.

This position is identified as essential personnel in the university's emergency and disaster response plans. In the event of a university closure or evacuation, all essential personnel shall report.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• At least two years of experience working with young adults or youth in an educational or group setting
• Experience with electronic record-keeping systems and client management

Preferred qualifications:

• Master’s degree
• At least two years of experience in higher education student conduct or residence life

Work hours:

The university work week is Sunday through Saturday. Most offices are open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. To accommodate business needs, employees may be assigned to other workdays and/or hours, including weekends and evenings.

ADA tag:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and minimum qualifications listed represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and/or meet the minimum qualifications.