Senior Coordinator, Student Rights & Responsibilities

Senior Coordinator, Student Rights & Responsibilities

The Senior Coordinator for Student Rights & Responsibilities provides thoughtful expertise to support the Dean of Students Office (DOS) mission. This position plays a significant role with the retention and success of students primarily via the adjudication of alleged violations of the Student Code of Conduct. The Senior Coordinator engages with students, student organizations, members of the U of A community, and stakeholders with the goal of maintaining an environment that encourages reasoned discourse, intellectual honesty, openness to constructive change, and respect for the rights of all individuals.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please visit the provided link.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Investigate and adjudicate potential violations of the Student Code of Conduct and assign developmentally appropriate sanctions, as necessary.
• Thoroughly document all aspects of investigations/adjudications by keeping accurate notes, maintaining documents and relevant information, producing investigative findings.
• In consultation with the Associate Director and Associate Dean, assess and respond to incoming referrals and reports by analyzing and prioritizing cases.
• Support all students and organizations involved in the Student Code of Conduct process through respectful interaction; providing accurate and clear information; active interest in hearing the students' perspective; and showing concern for the students' well-being.
• Oversee process for students requesting a review of outcome for low level cases with a finding of responsibility and assigned educational interventions.
• Serve on a triage rotation to help support student and community walk-ins related to academic concerns, well-being, family emergencies, general questions and support, etc.
• May supervise Graduate Assistants.
• Use an electronic database system (Advocate) to monitor, manage, and maintain information related to Student Code of Conduct cases.
• Serve as a resource regarding relevant university policies and procedures for students, faculty, staff, parents and other community members.
• Make appropriate referrals and assist students with various administrative and assistance options available on campus.
• Oversee the development and delivery of educational programs and presentations for faculty, staff, students, and organizations to showcase DOS resources, inform about health and safety procedures, and promote personal responsibility and awareness of the Student Code of Conduct.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with campus departments including, but not limited to, The Associated Students of the University of Arizona (ASUA), Fraternity and Sorority Programs (FSP), Counseling and Psych Services (CAPS), Office of Institutional Equity (OIE), Housing & Residential Life (H&RL), and the Disability Resource Center (DRC).
• Provide communication (written and verbal) to campus partners regarding student accountability.
• Represent DOS on university committees and at campus functions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated and effective communication skills and strong writing skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and successfully perform duties autonomously/independently, as well as using a team approach, in a high traffic and multi-tasked work environment.
• Knowledge of applicable State and Federal laws including VAWA, Title IX, Title II, Title VI, CLERY, FERPA etc.
• Knowledge of issues and trends involving student clubs and organizations including hazing, alcohol, and other organizational behaviors.
• Well-developed skills in organization, time management, analytical reasoning and decision making.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to remain neutral in trying circumstances.
• Demonstrated knowledge of student development theory and of major trends and issues around college students needs including factors that promote student success, organizations, faculty, staff, and students in sensitive and complex situations.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with multiple departments, organizations, faculty, staff, and students in sensitive and complex situations.
• Experience in effectively managing highly confidential and sensitive matters.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree.
• Experience providing support to individuals…