Human Resources

Summary

The Coordinator of Community Conduct will assist the Assistant Dean of Community Conduct in administering the Student Code of Community Conduct and other policies and procedures as they pertain to students’ rights and responsibilities: in providing due process and educational outcomes that promote the quality of student life and community; in fostering students’ personal, academic, and ethical development; provide prevention and outreach to students’ and campus stakeholders; and provide support to the Assistant Dean of Academic Conduct as needed.

Responsibilities and Essential Duties

● Serve as a University official in the student conduct process for alleged violation of the Student Code of Community Conduct.
● Assist in investigating reports of alleged violations and/or inappropriate conduct.
● Assist in monitoring compliance with student conduct decisions.
● Assist in maintaining records of student conduct proceedings.
● Assist in preparing reports and assessing the student conduct process for educational outcomes and recommend policy revisions
● Assist in cultivating relationships with stakeholders (faculty, students, staff, neighbors, local law enforcement, local government officials, local businesses, etc).
● Assist in utilizing social media platforms to communicate with stakeholders on behalf of the Office of Academic and Community Conduct.
● Assist in maintaining and updating the Office of Academic and Community Conduct website.
● Assist in selection, training, and coordination of the University Conduct Board.
● Provide oversight training and workshops for the campus community on conduct related issues and best practices.
● Assist in leading in campus wide effort to educate the community about the Student Code of Community Conduct.
● Assist the Title IX Prevention worker in Sexual Misconduct/Title IX Prevention work.
● Actively participate on appropriate University committees
● Ensure that record-keeping systems are updated, accurate, and audit-ready.
● Submit monthly, annual, and ad hoc productivity reports.
● Perform other mission-critical and position-specific duties as requested based on operational needs (e.g., all-hands-on-deck events such as orientation, welcome week, homecoming, commencement, and other university traditions).
● Identify and propose appropriate professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills.
● Participate and actively engage in University continuous improvement initiatives and strategies and apply knowledge to everyday work.
● Actively engage in creating a welcoming, and professional work environment for staff, students, and visitors.
● Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work.

Required Education, Certifications, Licensures

● Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, education, public administration, social sciences, or related field, or the equivalent combination of military, education, training, and experience from which comparable skills can be acquired.

Required Experience

● At least two years of professional experience in student affairs, and/or other professional areas from which knowledge of due process in administrative decision making can be acquired.

Desirable Education and/or Experience

● Masters degree in higher education or a related field
● Professional experience in student conduct or criminal justice

Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

● Demonstrated ability to creatively and independently plan, organize, and execute events.
● Demonstrated a knowledge of restorative practices, mediation, or other voluntary adaptable resolution pathways.
● Demonstrated a knowledge of Free Speech and the First Amendment.
● Demonstrated understanding of student development theory and a commitment to student success.
● Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff.
● Demonstrated willingness to work evenings and weekend hours.
● Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
● Demonstrated ability to build relationships.
● Proven competence in managing multiple tasks and competing priorities.
● Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with all students, faculty, and staff while fostering an environment of mutual respect and understanding.
● Demonstrated commitment to contribute to a safe work environment.

Skills

● Communication skills: Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
● Self-management skills: ability to manage time effectively, learn and contribute to overall departmental tasks and goals.
● Project coordination skills: ability to lead or contribute to planning or organizing projects, programs, services, etc.
● Conflict resolution skills: ability to use interpersonal skills to develop and maintain positive professional relationships and resolve conflict in a team environment and with individuals from various backgrounds and experiences.
● Analytical skills: ability to analyze information and offer sound recommendations.
● Computer skills: proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet software, preferably Microsoft Office or Google Suite.

Abilities

● Ability to function effectively and make sound decisions in stressful and crisis situations.
● Ability to handle multiple projects, services, activities, etc. in a timely and professional manner in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment.
● Ability to be flexible, diplomatic, patient, service-driven, and a self-starter.
● Ability to work independently under limited supervision and in teams.
● Ability to make reasoned administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive and confidential issues.
● Ability to work evening and weekend hours based on operational need.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

● Experience developing, implementing, and/or using assessment practices to measure impact of programming/services.
● Experience using social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and X to communicate with students and other stakeholders
● Preparatory knowledge: coursework, military, or work-based knowledge of student development theories, learning theories, and other theories related to profession.
● Student knowledge: knowledge of generational college students and the ability to design generation- and audience-specific programs/events/services.
● Accountability: experience with applying formative, summative, qualitative, and/or quantitative methodologies to assessing student learning outcomes and/or evaluating programs and services.
● Reporting experience: experience with program databases or software programs used to track, monitor, and report services to students.

Work Environment and/or Physical Demands

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
● Moving small- to medium-sized boxes of materials in and out office during special events
● Driving personal or university vehicles or golf-cart during special events to transport materials and supplies to events
● The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate

Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment

Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following required training. Additional training may be required by the department (e.g., FERPA):

Required University Training:
● Employee Safety Overview
● Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training
● Annual Data Security Training
● Annual Title IX Training

Required Departmental Training:
● Ongoing professional development to be determined.


Background Check:
Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check, including motor vehicle, has been performed and the results received and assessed.

Other Conditions of Employment:
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. Visa sponsorship is unavailable at this time. This is not an E-Verified Position.

Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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FLSA Status

Exempt

Appointment Term

10 months

Pay Rate/Salary

The anticipated salary for this position is between $42,000 - $50,000; however, the final salary will depend on experience and qualifications.

Title of Position Supervisor

Assistant Dean of Community Conduct

Posting Type

Dependent on Funding

Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)

Please upload the following materials exactly as stated:

• a cover letter that addresses required and desired qualifications, knowledge, skills, and abilities
  
• a résumé
  
• contact information for three references (preferably, one should be supervisory)

Position will remain open until filled. Screening and interviews may begin immediately.

The screening process may also include an assessment of required and desired skills, abilities, and experiences.

Additional Information

Michigan Tech is an internationally renowned doctoral research flagship university located in Houghton, MI. Houghton is located in Michigan's scenic Upper Peninsula on the south shore of Lake Superior. The area provides a unique setting where natural beauty, culture, education, and residents from around the world come together to share a superb living and learning experience.

We embrace our winters and cherish our summers with an unapologetic spirit of resilience and adventure. We attract students and employees who love “the great outdoors” and are comfortable with not having amenities usually associated with large communities.

The Character of the Division

The Division of Student Affairs at Michigan Tech is devoted to student success from enrollment to commencement. We are dynamic and culturally-responsive. We guide, support, and, on occasion, challenge students as they develop, refine, and pursue their academic, career, and personal endeavors. All staff are responsible for creating a safe, welcoming, respectful, and caring environment for students, colleagues, and visitors. We seek skilled colleagues who are student-focused, self-motivated, and will embrace and respect who we are and what we do. We also seek colleagues committed to moving the Division forward towards prominence and influence on campus, nationally, and within the Student Affairs profession. Titles and responsibilities are subject to change in accordance with university policies and procedures to meet the needs of our students, the university and division, the state of Michigan, employers, and the profession.

Before applying, we encourage interested individuals to spend time learning more about who we are, our values, and what we do: https://www.mtu.edu/student-affairs/.