Le Moyne College, located in Syracuse, N.Y., is an independent college established by the Jesuits in 1946 to provide students with a values-based, comprehensive academic program designed to foster intellectual excellence and preparation for a life of leadership and service. Today, Le Moyne has evolved into a nationally acclaimed college of liberal arts and sciences that draws students from across the U.S. and abroad.

Our Mission:

Le Moyne College is a diverse learning community that strives for academic excellence in the Catholic and Jesuit tradition through its comprehensive programs rooted in the liberal arts and sciences. Its emphasis is on education of the whole person and on the search for meaning and value as integral parts of the intellectual life. Le Moyne College seeks to prepare its members for leadership and service in their personal and professional lives to promote a more just society.

Le Moyne College aims to advance the values of diversity and inclusiveness at the college. To do this, Le Moyne seeks scholars and professionals who bring innovation, creativity, and impact to the campus, and who bring greater depth, breadth, and diversity to our campus community.

POSITION SUMMARY

General duties include overseeing and administering all aspects of the Community Standards program including student conduct, community engagement, and Title IX.

The Director of Community Standards, under the Dean of Students Office, oversees and administers all aspects of the Community Standards program, including student conduct, community engagement, and Title IX compliance. Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Title IX and Compliance, the Director serves as the Chief Conduct Officer for Le Moyne College’s holistic and educationally-based community standards initiatives. The Director plays a pivotal role in addressing contemporary issues within the student experience, particularly in student conduct, and provides leadership and training to staff, students, and administrators to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

In this role, the Director fosters positive campus-community relations, identifies trends in student behavior, and implements individual, group, and campus-wide initiatives to address them. Additionally, the Director coordinates outreach functions related to student behavioral concerns, offering non-clinical intervention and support to at-risk students. While the Director does not provide therapeutic or counseling services, they coach students in self-care and self-advocacy and act as a resource for faculty and staff who encounter students in need of proactive intervention or follow-up.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Job duties specific to this position:

Policy Development and Implementation

Develop, review, and update student conduct and Title IX policies in accordance with institutional values, legal requirements, and best practices.
Revise and update the Student Code of Conduct and Handbook annually.
Ensure clear communication and understanding of policies among students, faculty, and staff through print materials, presentations, and other means.

Student Conduct and Title IX Process Oversight

Serve as the lead conduct officer for both on and off campus conduct and coordinates case allocation to hearing boards and a team of professional conduct officers.
Manage the student conduct process from intake to resolution, including investigation, adjudication, and sanctioning.
Serve as a Title IX Investigator and/or decision-maker, must be able to conduct thorough and neutral interviews with all relevant parties as well as prepare a neutrally written summary and final investigatory report.
Train and supervise staff involved in the conduct and Title IX process, such as hearing officers, hearing board members, and residential support personnel.
Ensure fairness, consistency, and due process in all stages of the Title IX and conduct process including advising students of their rights and responsibilities.
Facilitate weekly meetings with Area Directors (and other staff as needed).
Collaborate with other professionals in support of Title IX related complaint adjudication including but not limited to security, advisors, support services, and counseling.

Conflict Resolution and Mediation

Provide mediation and conflict resolution services for students involved in interpersonal disputes or conflicts with the institution.
Facilitate dialogue and resolution between conflicting parties, aiming to promote understanding and restore relationships.

Student Education and Outreach

Develop and deliver educational programs and workshops on topics related to student conduct, ethical decision-making, bystander intervention, Title IX, community standards, and others as identified or assigned.
Collaborate with other campus departments to promote a culture of integrity, respect, and responsibility among students that aligns with the college’s Jesuit values.

Data Management and Reporting

Maintain accurate records of student conduct cases, outcomes, and trends.
Maintain accurate records of Title IX cases, outcomes, and trends.
Prepare reports and statistical analyses to inform institutional decision-making and compliance reporting requirements.
Prepare annual public facing reports that outline number of incidents and trends per semester.
Provide conduct clearances for graduate school applications, transfer applications, study abroad, campus leadership opportunities and background checks.

Crisis Response/Emergency Management and Case Management

Provides non-clinical case management as needed for students of concern including outreach, advocacy, assistance in accessing resources and navigating the college system.
Work closely with the Dean of Students as a member of the EASE and Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT)
Coordinate the college's response to critical student concerns (including, but not limited to, alcohol and drug overdose, mental health distress/hospitalization, suicidal ideation) in collaboration with key campus and community stakeholders.
Intervene directly with students regarding issues of concern: including initial meetings, appropriate referrals on and off campus, follow-up conversations, and any other efforts to provide thorough and effective interventions for students.
Serve as a member of the Student Development On-call rotation, which may include the need to work occasional evenings and weekends. Facilitate care and concern initiatives for individual students in collaboration with the Student Development Staff, Campus Security, the Wellness Center for Health and Counseling and the Campus Life and Leadership Staff.

Collaboration and Liaison

Collaborate with campus partners, including academic departments, athletics residence life, campus security, counseling services, governing bodies (such as faculty senate), and legal counsel, to address complex student behavior issues holistically.
Serve as a liaison with external stakeholders, such as law enforcement agencies and community organizations, as needed.
Partner with key stakeholders on and off-campus to provide effective outreach services to students (including but not limited to: Housing and Residence Life, Financial Aid, Wellness and Counseling Services, Disability Services, and Registrar.
Organize regular meetings with local hospital administration and College Officials to reflect on academic year and consult on improvement of services for students
Participate on college and divisional committees as a representative of the Dean of Students Office.
Serve as liaison to Community Hospitals and other important external college partners - Assist the Dean of Students in conducting pre-discharge transition conversations with student’s inpatient at local hospitals.
Serve as a college representative for Dean of Students programs, on and off campus, including student trips/programs, as business needs Serve on College’s Campus Climate team, as needed.

Student Retention Responsibilities

The Assistant Dean of Students plays a pivotal role in enhancing student retention by fostering an inclusive and supportive campus environment. This includes:
- Collaborating with academic and student services to identify and address barriers to student success.
- Developing and implementing programs that support student engagement, resilience, and academic readiness.
- Monitoring and analyzing retention data to inform strategic initiatives.
- Promoting a culture of connectivity and belonging among students to mitigate feelings of isolation and disconnection.
- The commitment to student retention is a shared responsibility across all departments, ensuring students receive comprehensive support to achieve their academic and personal goals.

The commitment to student retention is a shared responsibility across all departments, ensuring students receive comprehensive support to achieve their academic and personal goals.

Job expectations for all Le Moyne College employees:

Demonstrates and role-models all of Le Moyne’s mission-based competencies (collaboration, communication, diversity, integrity, leadership and service) in every interaction with all community members and external parties.
Strengthen digital literacy skills through education and the application of digital technologies in order to effectively engage in information gathering, utilization and data management while promoting a security culture.
Supports cura personalis by treating all individuals with dignity, professionalism and kindness.
Promotes cura apostolica by aligning professional goals, objectives, and performance with college’s strategic goals.
Demonstrates excellent work attendance, reliability and work ethic.
Attends and actively participates in required meetings and training sessions.
Complies and adheres to all of Le Moyne’s established policies, procedures and codes of conduct at all times, including all health and safety requirements and regulations, to promote desired behavior and build awareness.
Must complete all required federal, state, institution and department trainings.
Engages in a planned program of professional development. Continually maintains skills and knowledge relative to the position and technology industry including best practice, evolving operational requirements, and industry trends.
Performs a variety of related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s Degree in College Student Development or equivalent required.
4+ Years of experience in Student Conduct and/or Title IX
Experience with Student Conduct Database Systems (preferably Maxient).
Knowledge of Federal and State regulations (including, but not limited to Clery Act, Title IX, VAWA, and FERPA).
The ability to work independently in a time-sensitive environment.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, writing and speaking skills, and the ability to communicate effectively within the college environment.
The ability to work independently in a time-sensitive environment.
Demonstrated ability to work with individuals from a variety of backgrounds, including victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, or other types of trauma.
Demonstrated ability to oversee and manage a student caseload in a manner that ensures the prompt, effective, and equitable conclusion of such matters.
Demonstrated leadership skills.

Additional Information:

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion job expectations for all Le Moyne College employees:

Demonstrates commitment to promoting a more diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment by supporting the diversity, equity, and inclusion goals of the employee's unit.
Regularly participates in professional development opportunities to become more aware of DEI issues and to consider ways in which their work can be expanded to honor and incorporate the diversity of our community.
Works to neutralize institutional bias by analyzing the policies and procedures of their unit and making suggestions to remove barriers for historically underserved people.
Promotes open communication across Le Moyne's community in order to create an inclusive environment, and understanding of others backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives.

Le Moyne Benefits

403(b) Retirement contribution- (9.5% Employer match)
Generous tuition coverage
Health insurance options- (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts)
Health Savings Accounts- (Partially Employer funded)
Basic Life & AD&D Insurance- (Employer paid)
Short and Long Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)
Supplemental Life & AD&D Insurance
Voluntary benefits- (Legal, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance etc.)
12 paid holidays
Generous time off package

35 hour work week

Pay Range: $62,000 - $72,000 annually

Equal Employment Opportunity

Le Moyne College is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship & immigration or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Le Moyne makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

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* Cover letter outlining your interest in the position
* Current resume
* Contact information for 3 professional references

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