Conduct Officer
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 11, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Job Title
Conduct Officer
Division
Student Affairs Office
Department
Students Rights & Responsibilities Office
Work Status
Full Time
Position Category
Staff
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Range
N/A
Minimum
Commensurate with experience
Maximum
Fund Source
State Support
Job Duties
The Conduct Officer is a key member of the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities at Morgan State University. Under the general supervision of the Assistant Director/Director, the Conduct Officer will complete administrative responsibilities related to student conduct including review of conduct referrals, investigation and adjudication of cases, recommending outcomes, coordinating interventions and monitoring completion of sanctions. The Conduct Officer will also assist in the facilitation of alternative dispute resolution options. The Conduct Officer assists with policy review, documentation, record maintenance and assessment. The Conduct Officer will develop and facilitate educational outreach, training and departmental communications including brochures, flyers, reports and the website.
Educational Requirements:
The successful candidate must have a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
One (1) year experience as a paraprofessional or professional in Student Conduct is required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must have knowledge of Student Conduct philosophy and practices
Must have a proficient knowledge and understanding of student due process and FERPA
Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills as evidenced by the ability to articulate and present an organized, logical, professional case during disciplinary hearings as a University advocate, communicate decisions, write reports, plan and make professional presentations and convey information in accessible terms to a variety of audiences, such as students, parents, faculty, staff, and administrators
Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to interact effectively with students, faculty, staff, and university stakeholders of diverse cultural, social, political, and religious backgrounds, various ages, genders, sexual orientations, and abilities
Demonstrated ability to work well with ambiguity and to consider multiple perspectives
Must display proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Student Conduct Software System
Other Preferences for Consideration
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Number
ST01233
Number of Vacancies
2
Job Open Date
04/10/2024
Application Review Date
Job Close Date
05/10/2024
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please enter two professional reference in the References page of the application.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Summary
Job Title
Conduct Officer
Division
Student Affairs Office
Department
Students Rights & Responsibilities Office
Work Status
Full Time
Position Category
Staff
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Range
N/A
Minimum
Commensurate with experience
Maximum
Fund Source
State Support
Job Duties
The Conduct Officer is a key member of the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities at Morgan State University. Under the general supervision of the Assistant Director/Director, the Conduct Officer will complete administrative responsibilities related to student conduct including review of conduct referrals, investigation and adjudication of cases, recommending outcomes, coordinating interventions and monitoring completion of sanctions. The Conduct Officer will also assist in the facilitation of alternative dispute resolution options. The Conduct Officer assists with policy review, documentation, record maintenance and assessment. The Conduct Officer will develop and facilitate educational outreach, training and departmental communications including brochures, flyers, reports and the website.
- Overall management of assigned cases including: Review reports submitted by University students, faculty, staff on student behavior to determine judicial disposition; advise students of their rights and responsibilities as it relates to Code violations; investigate incidents in order to prepare for disciplinary meetings and hearings; represent the University during hearings, presenting opening and closing statements and directing cross-examination questions; recommend outcomes; coordinate interventions and monitors completion of sanctions. Assist in hazing investigations as needed. Report appropriate indications to Title IX Coordinator and Assistant Director/Director for the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities. Communicate with MSUPD and other campus stakeholders regarding violations of the Code of Student Conduct as appropriate.
- Assist with development and implementation of alternative dispute resolution options and lead peer education programs. Conduct appropriate mediation of conflicts within the community at large. Reviews admissions pre-check decisions as a designated member of the pre-admissions conduct clearance review committee.
- Develop and maintain all records in the University conduct database in accordance with Federal law, University and OSRR policies. Implements and maintains the Student Conduct database, run reports and prepare caseload summaries. Retrieves files and data to complete investigative reports. Completes investigative correspondence reports needed for background checks regarding clearance, transfer reports, etc.
- Review policies and assist with updating the Code of Student Conduct, Student Handbook, and OSRR manuals. and analysis for assessment of conduct trends and OSRR processes. Assist with preparation of OSRR reporting (semester and annual).
- Assist with the design, creation and facilitation of events, educational programs and outreach efforts to educate the University community on student conduct processes and the Code of Student Conduct, and address student behaviors that are detrimental to the healthy development and success of students and the safety of the University community. Assists with updating the OSRR website and social media.
- Provides training to advises hearing boards. Trains Resident Assistants and Resident Directors on judicial processes and protocols for addressing infractions and consults about problematic behavior and makes recommendations.
- Researches and identifies behavioral resources related to conduct, civility, respect, alcohol and drug abuse, conflict resolution and other areas relevant to the department mission. Serves as an alternate representative for OSRR on the Behavioral Emergency Assessment Response (BEAR) Team.
- Supervises student staff working to support the conduct process in the OSRR.
- Stays abreast of current developments in student judicial affairs. Serves on University and Division of Student Affairs committees as designated. Completes other duties as assigned.
- Works well as part of a team to ensure effective, efficient, successful office function and operations. Coordinates across departments to find effective solutions and properly service stakeholders.
- Completes all other duties as assigned.
Educational Requirements:
The successful candidate must have a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
One (1) year experience as a paraprofessional or professional in Student Conduct is required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must have knowledge of Student Conduct philosophy and practices
Must have a proficient knowledge and understanding of student due process and FERPA
Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills as evidenced by the ability to articulate and present an organized, logical, professional case during disciplinary hearings as a University advocate, communicate decisions, write reports, plan and make professional presentations and convey information in accessible terms to a variety of audiences, such as students, parents, faculty, staff, and administrators
Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to interact effectively with students, faculty, staff, and university stakeholders of diverse cultural, social, political, and religious backgrounds, various ages, genders, sexual orientations, and abilities
Demonstrated ability to work well with ambiguity and to consider multiple perspectives
Must display proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Student Conduct Software System
Other Preferences for Consideration
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in higher education, student development, conflict resolution, or a field relevant to the work of OSRR
- Professional certifications in knowledge and skill sets relevant to student conduct and conflict education (e.g., restorative justice, mediation, adjudication, etc.).
- Experience in student conduct in a higher education setting
Posting Number
ST01233
Number of Vacancies
2
Job Open Date
04/10/2024
Application Review Date
Job Close Date
05/10/2024
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please enter two professional reference in the References page of the application.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a bachelor's degree?
- Yes
- No
- * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
- 0-1
- 1-3
- 3-5
- 5-7
- 7+
- * Do you have a strong investigative background and experience in conducting hazing and Title IX investigations?
(Open Ended Question) - * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other
- * Which type of Student Conduct training have you completed?
(Open Ended Question) - * Are you a current, past or retired Morgan University employee? Are you a current, past or retired State employee? If YES to pass, retired or current STATE employee, please put the agency. If not applicable, put N/A.
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts (unofficial )
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