Director - Student Accountability, Growth and Edu. - 142078

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego is seeking a Director - Student Accountability, Growth and Education to lead policy development and implementation across student conduct and welfare at the campus level.

The role oversees daily operations, mentors staff, and collaborates with colleges, schools, and departments to uphold the Conduct Code and related standards. Strong leadership, strategic planning, and confidentiality are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of Student Affairs / Student Life specialization.
• Advanced knowledge of policy development and student conduct standards.
• Experience in risk assessment and case management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the UC San Diego Conduct Code and related policies.
• Oversee daily operations of the Office of Student Accountability, Growth and Education.
• Advise the Vice Chancellor on policy matters related to student conduct.
• Develop strategic plans, budgets, and learning outcomes for the office.

Skills

Student Affairs

Policy development

Risk management

Leadership

Communication

Diversity & inclusion

Job description

Payroll Title

STDT LIFE DEV MGR 1

Department

VCSA-CL Student Accountability

Hiring Pay Scale

109,550 - 128,500/year

Worksite

Hybrid

Appointment Type

Career

Appointment Percent

100%

Union

Uncovered

Total Openings

1

Work Schedule

Days, 8 hrs/day, Mon - Fri

#142078 Director - Student Accountability, Growth and Edu.

Filing Deadline

Fri 11/20/2026

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Description

The Office of Student Accountability, Growth and Education provides leadership for the UC San Diego non-academic student conduct process through its central coordinating, training, and advising role. The office collaborates with the undergraduate Colleges, residential areas, graduate and professional schools and greater University community with regard to student conduct and welfare matters. It is responsible for the development, revision, and coordination of student conduct related policies, including the UC San Diego Conduct Code and UC San Diego Student Accountability, Growth and Education standards. The office facilitates ongoing comprehensive student conduct-related training for staff, students, and faculty. Additionally, the office develops and maintains comprehensive statistical and narrative data regarding all aspects of the student conduct process and engages in regular assessment of student conduct processes.

The Director - Student Accountability, Growth and Education (SAGE) is responsible for the upholding the UC San Diego Conduct Code and UC San Diego Student Accountability, Growth and Education conduct standards and related policies and regulations. This position has the authority and responsibility of strategizing, developing and implementing precedent-setting changes to policies, procedures, regulations, and programs that directly impact student life. The Director, oversees the day-to-day operations of the Office of Student Accountability, Growth and Education and manages risk for the campus and performs work that is extremely complex, confidential, and layered. Additionally, the incumbent provides oversight of the restorative justice program, in support of the VC Student Affairs and Campus Life divisional strategic plan, to provide alternative options for conflict resolution through the student conduct process and for departments, units, and student groups. The incumbent advises the Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs and Campus Life (VCSA-CL) on all student conduct-related policy matters, staying abreast of system wide policy issues, national trends, Federal, State, local laws, and regulations regarding conduct and educating the UC San Diego community on emergent policy issues. In addition, the Director - Student Accountability, Growth and Education is responsible for development and assessment of strategic plans, learning outcomes, and goals for the Office of Student Accountability, Growth and Education and university-wide student conduct process while playing a key role in the development of divisional strategic goals and learning outcomes. Develops annual budget priorities and conducts short- and long-range resource for program planning. This position has delegated authority from the VCSA-CL in management of all related Student Conduct matters for the campus.

• Cover letter is required for a complete application.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of Student Affairs / Student Life specialization. Excellent knowledge and demonstrated skill in the administration of university student conduct code, policies, procedures and processes. Strong ability to analyze complex documents, evidence andinformation relating to complaints/allegations of student misconduct and to repair appropriate reports/correspondence.
• Knowledge of University and departmental principles and procedures involved in risk assessment and evaluating risks as to likelihood and consequences. Advanced knowledge of student misconduct cases, including related statistical reporting and use of case management software, while working effectivelyand collaboratively with others having shared responsibility in student misconduct cases.
• Strong leadership skills to motivate employees and influence attitudes and behaviors. Excellent ability to work as a member of a collaborative, multidisciplinary decentralized team. Proven ability to provide leadership that motivates and promotes team building and creates a positive work environment.
• Skills in monitoring / assessing people, processes or services, to make improvements. Ability to understand various diversity issues in higher education, including issues that affect the diversity climate,and ability to work with underrepresented students and their organizations.
• Skills in project management, social perceptiveness to be aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Demonstrated experience and skill to routinely monitor production and quality of work being produced by staff and set performance standards, observing behavior, providing objective feedback, counseling, and implementing corrective action as needed to mediate disputes or otherwise help to resolve conflicts and to provide effective leadership/coaching/mentoring.
• Demonstrated experience and skill to assess staff capabilities and workloads and redistribute when necessary. Demonstrated experience and skill to teach/train staff in all aspects of job duties/responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of advising and counseling techniques. Advanced knowledge of Student Conduct policy and procedures and ability to work with a broad variety of difficult cases.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and present workshops and seminars to various audiences (e.g., faculty, staff, students, parents) on the ethics and values underlying student conduct expectations, and the policies, procedures and methods relevant to student misconduct cases.
• Ability in problem identification, reasoning, ability to develop original ideas to solve problems, persuasion, leadership, and intercultural competence. Demonstrated knowledge and skill in making sound independent judgments, maintaining calm demeanor, professional demeanor, decorumand presence of mind to promote civil an professional communication with administrative colleagues,support staff, and parents.
• Excellent communication skills, oral and written, including tact, diplomacy, and flexibility in dealing with a variety of individuals and groups at all levels of the UCSD community and from diverse socioeconomic and cultural/ethnic backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and an understanding of the importance of protecting the privacy of records and correspondence.
• Knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and administer annual budgets and ensure accurate reporting.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Job offer is contingent on clear Background Check.Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results.
• The California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act ("CANRA"), requires certain professionals, known as "mandated reporters", to report known or suspected instances of child abuse or neglect to law enforcement. This position has been identified as a "mandated reporter".

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $90,600 - $166,400 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $43.39 - $79.69

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role includes experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Prospective employees who are ordinarily residents in Iran or who are physically located in Iran are generally not eligible to for employment per suspension of General License G on 24 August 2026. If you have ever resided in Iran or have an Iranian passport and would like to confirm your eligibility, please contact [e-mail] for consideration of your particular circumstances.