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Associate Director-Student Rights and Responsibilities
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Position Number: 5122500
Location: Cheney, WA
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Associate Director-Student Rights and Responsibilities

About Eastern Washington University:
Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWUs 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washingtons second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelors and masters degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a 22-23 College of Distinction (CoD). Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2023.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place-the knowledge that comes from the land.

Job Summary:
We are currently seeking skilled and team-oriented applicants for the following position: Associate Director of Student Rights and Responsibilities

The Associate Director of Student Rights and Responsibilities will assist the Director of Student Rights and Responsibilities (SRR) in managing the university's educational and developmentally based judicial and student conduct system. The Associate Director will provide direct, comprehensive case adjudication, proactive education with faculty, staff, students, and parents/families on the Student Rights & Responsibilities programming, policies, and procedures. The Associate Director assists in maintaining campus standards and expectations through the student conduct process with our students. The Associate Director responds to issues affecting the campus community as it relates to student conduct and student disciplinary procedures and practices. The Student Rights and Responsibilities unit administers and upholds the EWU Student Conduct Code and policies established by the university trustees. Reporting to the Director of SRR, the Associate Director will manage student conduct casework as assigned by the Director. In addition, the Associate Director will liaison with various internal stakeholders involved in the student conduct and development process at EWU.

Eastern Washington University is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, staff, students, and academic program offerings and to strengthening sensitivity to diversity throughout the institution. Eastern Washington University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged.

In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/.

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Required Qualifications:

Bachelors in a field related to student development, education, counseling, law, or conflict transformation.
Knowledge of the Clery Act, Title IX, and other federal and legal regulations, policies and guidance related to student conduct processes and procedures in higher education.
Knowledge of student development and emerging issues in college student conduct/discipline, with demonstrated ability to engage students in educational process
Demonstrated maturity in leadership and decision-making
Demonstrated interest, ability and/or experience promoting cultural competency, universal accessibility and/or diversity.

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters in a field related to student development, education, counseling, law, or conflict transformation.
Three or more years of progressively responsible, full-time experience in student conduct administration/judicial affairs in a college or university setting
Experience working with faculty with academic integrity and other conduct related issues.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate with students/parents/families and collaborate effectively with campus partners.

Other Skills and Abilities:

Possess diplomacy, tact and the ability to use good discretion with confidential student information.

Job Duties:
% of Time: 65
Responsibility / Duty: Manage Student Rights and Responsibilities Caseload

Assists the Director of SRR in the coordination of all aspects related to the implementation and administration of the Student Code of Conduct.
Lead hearing panels for those students engaged in the student conduct process, as assigned by the Director of SRR.
Manage case management duties and assist with correspondence to individuals involved in the case as well as investigate cases.
Maintain contact with parents, guardians, law enforcement officials, and attorneys representing students.
Train, recruit, and guide hearing panel members and chair(s), as applicable.
Support effective conflict resolution with students, reflecting an understanding of college student development issues and convening resources from multiple departments/constituencies to address complex student concerns.
Ensure compliance with relevant federal (Clery Act, Title IX, Drug-Free Schools, etc.) state, and local laws and regulations, as well as EWU policies and procedures.
Assist in the preparation of departmental publications and statistical/annual reports (including those required by Clery Act).
Manage and maintain Maxient student conduct database and confidential student records, as assigned by the Director of SRR. Provide counsel and support to students seeking assistance with conflicts, behavioral concerns, or other personal issues.

Essential Function Indicator: Yes

% of Time: 30
Responsibility / Duty: Foster Community Outreach and Education

Develop and deliver programs to educate the student campus community regarding the
EWU Code of Conduct and student rights/responsibilities
Facilitate workshops and programs designed to foster students skill development in conflict management/resolution, responsible decision-making, and self-efficacy
Coordinate educational programming and information dissemination with colleges and academic leadership/units in order to articulate students rights and responsibilities and support their persistence and success
Cultivate and maintain relationships with campus and community stakeholders, including faculty, students, staff, neighbors, campus and local/city law enforcement authorities, local government officials, alumni, parents, and local businesses.
Support the Director of SRR in collaborating with divisional and campus partners to engage in skill-building in areas including conflict resolution, restorative justice, thriving in diverse communities, and living honorably through respect, integrity, and responsibility.

Essential Function Indicator: Yes

% of Time: 5
Responsibility / Duty:

Other duties as assigned.

Essential Function Indicator: Yes

Conditions of Employment:
This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.

All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.
This position is covered by the Public School Employees of Washington Collective Bargaining Agreement: https://in.ewu.edu/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2021/07/Eastern-Washington-University-PSE-CBA-2021-2024-FINAL.pdf

Upon hire you must complete required DEI, Hazing, Harassment and Title IX training, and other federal, state & university mandated trainings. You can access the online training at https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training-resources/ or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and
Salary Information: The salary for this position is $75,000.

Posting Date: 03/20/2024
Open Until Further Notice: Yes
Closing Date:
Screening to Begin: 04/10/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Submit your application materials through our online applications portal provided below. If you are unable to submit through the applicant portal, please contact Human Resources Services at (509) 359-2381.

To apply, visit https://jobs.hr.ewu.edu/postings/11959

EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.