Associate Director of Student Conduct & Community Standards

Guttman Community College CUNY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Guttman Community College in New York City seeks an Associate Director of Student Conduct and Community Standards to lead the office's operations, budget management, records, and disciplinary processes. Reporting to Assistant Dean of Student Affairs, the role drives program development, training, and compliance with FERPA, Title IX, and Clery Act, while collaborating across EMSA and campus partners.

This exempt, full-time post offers a pathway to contribute to student development, equity, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and six years related experience required.
• Master’s Degree in Counseling, Education, Psychology, Social Work or related area preferred.
• Knowledge of FERPA, Title IX, Clery Act, VAWA is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with confidential case management experience.
• Experience in student conduct administration and collaborating with diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Lead student conduct/disciplinary processes per CUNY bylaws and policies.
• Develop initiatives to promote positive student conduct and community standards.
• Investigate student conduct matters; advise students of rights and responsibilities; determine resolutions and sanctions.
• Manage case administration, records, hearings, and sanctions; ensure data integrity and security of records.
• Oversee the faculty-student disciplinary committee and coordinate with relevant offices.
• Provide education and outreach on conduct policies, including drug and alcohol training.
• Collaborate with Title IX Coordinator and Chief Diversity Officer on cases and mediations.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Mediation skills

Verbal and interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs, the Associate Director of Student Conduct and Community Standards, supports the Division of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs (EMSA) initiatives for student engagement and judicial affairs. The Associate Director manages the fiscal and administrative operations of the office, including budget management, resource allocation, operational planning, and office procedures. The incumbent is responsible for the administration of student conduct processes and related operations, including but not limited to, records management, daily operations of student conduct and sanctioning, scheduling and training of hearing boards, and student/campus educational efforts.

As a member of Enrollment Management & Student Affairs, the Associate Director will contribute to divisional and institutional initiatives by participating in Enrollment Management and Student Affairs programs, strategic planning efforts, college committees, and CUNY-wide meetings and projects as assigned. The Associate Director will lead assessment, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts for the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards, including participation in the SAGE process, preparation of reports and analyses, and alignment of departmental goals with institutional strategic priorities.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Lead overall operations of the student conduct/disciplinary process in accordance with CUNY Bylaws, policies, and procedures.
• Develop and implement initiatives, programs, activities, publications, and workshops that will promote positive and responsible student conduct and community standards.
• Conduct and document thorough, equitable, and timely investigations of student conduct matters; meet with respondents, complainants, witnesses, and other involved parties; advise students of their rights and responsibilities; determine and facilitate appropriate resolutions and sanctions; and ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Manage all aspects of student conduct case administration, including maintaining case files, documentation, hearing records, sanctions, and student conduct databases while ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and security of records.
• Oversee the college’s faculty-student disciplinary committee, in adherence with CUNY’s Bylaws, Article XV, and in partnership with relevant offices.
• Disseminate and enforce pertinent information, policies, and regulations to the campus community as it relates to student conduct and campus culture.
• Provide education, training, and outreach for faculty, staff, and students on behavior expectations, guidelines, student code of conduct, policies, and related topics including drug and alcohol training.
• Collaborate with the Title IX Coordinator and Chief Diversity Officer on cases by sharing and exchanging relevant information, maintaining regular communication, tracking student SPARC compliance, and, upon designation, facilitating Title IX informal resolution mediations.
• Liaise with Public Safety regarding general campus safety/climate, Clery Act reporting and disclosure, and Beau’s Law disclosures.
• Serve as co-chair of the College’s CARE Team and manage and monitor CARE Team student records.

About Guttman Community College:

The Stella and Charles Guttman Community College is a beacon of innovation and knowledge creation in higher education, a two-year college where evidence-based high-impact practices in curriculum design and delivery permeate the educational model and have yielded graduation rates that are the highest in CUNY’s community college sector and above the national average. Located in midtown Manhattan, Guttman draws a culturally diverse student body from across New York City and is a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution.

The College is committed to using a range of innovative approaches to achieve its goals and to improve student persistence, retention, completion, and transfer. The centerpiece of Guttman’s educational model is an integrated first- year core curriculum, where students examine current world issues and use New York City as a living text and laboratory. Thus, connecting information and concepts across multiple disciplines, contexts, and perspectives. This immersive approach equips Guttman students with the foundation of knowledge and skills essential to their intellectual, social, civic, and professional endeavors in and beyond the classroom. The College admitted its first cohort of 300 students in August 2012 and has established a bold goal to increase enrollment as informed by its new strategic plan (Guttman Forward 2028). Before applying, candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the Stella and Charles Guttman Community College website (www.guttman.cuny.edu) to learn more about the institution.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and six years related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Counseling, Education, Psychology, Social Work or a related area is preferred.
• Demonstrate knowledge of relevant higher education regulations that impact student conduct including, but not limited to, FERPA, Title IX, Clery Act, and VAWA.
• Strong organizational skills and experience managing and maintaining confidential case management systems
• Strong background in student development and/or restorative justice practices
• Experience in student conduct administration (e.g., experience working in student judicial affairs, community standards, or related compliance offices).
• Experience working with underprepared high school or college students and students from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Excellent conflict resolution and mediation skills
• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills to work and interact effectively, collaboratively, and cooperatively with a diverse community of learners, students, faculty and staff especially in a large centralized public university system

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Manages the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of student programs and quality of life issues, promoting the personal development of a diverse student population.

• Evaluates student needs and trends to develop a range of student services
• Develops and administers specific programs and general activities in support of student needs
• Develops relationships with college departments and outside community organizations to understand student needs and available development opportunities
• Represents the College in campus-wide and university-wide groups and councils focusing on priority student issues
• Manages staff, fiscal resources, and facilities supporting student affairs activities
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Student Life Manager

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Associate

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$76,848 - $98,231; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

CLOSING DATE

November 19, 2026

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.