Director of Student Conduct

Missouri State University; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 57,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri State University seeks a Director of Student Conduct to administer the University's student conduct program under the Assistant Dean of Students. The director trains hearing officers, boards, and Residence Life staff on conduct policies and procedures, with alternative dispute resolution and guidance on complex legal issues in higher education.

The role supervises staff, investigates complaints, conducts hearings, and ensures FERPA compliance while supporting emergency response on

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of related student affairs experience.
• Knowledge of FERPA and the Clery Act.
• Ability to train staff and supervise programs.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Office of Student Conduct, including staff selection, training and goal setting.
• Investigate student conduct complaints and adjudicate hearings for students and student organizations.
• Train hearing board members and Residence Life staff on conduct procedures.
• Ensure FERPA compliance for student conduct records.
• Manage the Alcohol and Drug education fund and provide conflict resolution outreach.
• Support campus emergencies through an on-call rotation.

Skills

FERPA knowledge

Clery Act knowledge

Staff training

Investigative interviewing

Education

Master's degree in student personnel administration or higher education administration

Job description

Missouri State University is hiring a Director of Student Conduct to administer the University's student conduct program under the Assistant Dean of Students. The director trains hearing officers, hearing boards, and Residence Life, Housing and Dining Services staff on conduct policies and procedures. The role also offers alternative dispute resolution and advises on complex legal and regulatory issues in higher education.

Highlights

• Administer the Office of Student Conduct, including staff selection, training, supervision, and annual goal setting
• Investigate student conduct complaints by interviewing students and witnesses, then organize and adjudicate hearings and administrative reviews for students and student organizations
• Train hearing board members, Residence Hall Directors, and Resident Assistants in the conduct system and advise University Panels on procedures
• Ensure FERPA compliance for all student conduct records.
• Manage the Alcohol and Drug education fund and provide conflict resolution outreach
• Support responses to campus emergencies through an on-call rotation.
• Hold a master's degree in student personnel administration, higher education administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Have 2+ years of related student affairs experience, including knowledge of student development theory, the Clery Act, and FERPA.
• Pay $57,431 to $62,400 per year.
• Work as an exempt, full-time regular employee on the Springfield Campus.