Assistant Director, Office of Student Conduct

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

The Office of Student Conduct supports Georgetown University’s Catholic and Jesuit educational mission by upholding regulations designed to promote an environment in which students can develop intellectually, morally, spiritually and socially while exercising a balance of independence, autonomy, and concern for others within the campus community. The mission of the Office of Student Conduct is to promote concepts of fairness, due process, and community values in student conduct settings.

All enrolled students are subject to the Code of Student Conduct and are expected to uphold its standards regardless of time or location. The Assistant Director of Student Conduct is a critical team member in addressing matters of student behavior and identifying and ensuring corrective measures.

The Assistant Director of Student Conduct will play a vital role in fulfilling the Office’s fundamental mission to assist in students’ educational development by promoting concepts of fairness and due process in judicial settings while striking a balance between community standards and individual behavior. The Assistant Director assists in promoting and educating the campus community about the Code of Student Conduct and the processes and procedures used to address such matters.

Such matters may include serious behavior that, if confirmed, could have longstanding impact on a student’s educational path, up to and including separation from the university. Therefore, the Assistant Director of Student Conduct must demonstrate: care; excellent judgement; strict adherence to process and procedure; judicious consideration of complex circumstances; understanding of rules and regulations governing university policies; thoughtful and clear communication;

effective collaboration; developmental approaches to working with late adolescents and young adults; creativity; and empathy.

The Assistant Director will provide leadership for the office during the Director’s absence.

The Assistant Director will work in close collaboration with campus partners across the university, notably in the following departments:
Department of Residential Living;
Office of Neighborhood Life;
Institutional Diversity, Equity and Affinity;
Department of Athletics;
Office of University Counsel; GU Police Department (GUPD) and DC Metropolitan Police;
Georgetown University-Qatar Campus;
Academic Deans’ Offices;
Undergraduate and Graduate Student Government Associations and student leaders who serve roles in Student Advocacy Office, Residential Living, and other advisory groups.

This position reports to the Director of the Office of Student Conduct.

A Masters degree in higher education or related field; or a J.D. law degree is required for this role.

Experience requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in student conduct in a college or university setting; demonstrated success as a professional in an administrative student conduct process or closely related area.
• Must demonstrate familiarity with current Title IX obligations
• Possess an understanding of and commitment to student development, character formation and community building;
• Ability to handle sensitive cases, emergency situations and make sound judgments regarding immediate priorities;
• Strong oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal, analytical skills;
• Interact effectively and collaboratively with a diverse community of students, parents, faculty/staff, partner offices and the neighboring community.

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