Job Title: Coordinator of Student Rights & Responsibilities
Location: Americus, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 218828
Job Summary This position fosters student engagement and success by promoting a campus culture of social responsibility, well-being, and safety. This position is responsible for administration of the university’s Student Code of Conduct. This position serves as a primary point of contact for student wellbeing and crisis response. This position is responsible for assisting compliance with federal and state discrimination and sexually harassment laws.

Responsibilities

Directs student rights and responsibilities programs and services. (50%)Manages student conduct, wellbeing outreach, crisis response coordination, and preventative programs.Administers the Student Conduct Code; coordinates annual conduct code review and updates; administers Student Conduct Code processes.Provides guidance and support for student grievances.Provides advocacy for students with university departments and programs.Serves as a Title IX investigator.Facilitates and coordinates preventive programs related to alcohol and drug abuse, relational violence, and other related behavior concerns.

Coordinates student crisis response activities. (40%)Coordinates student crisis response and behavior intervention team activities.Conducts student wellness checks and follows-up with students after crisis, incidence, and/or personal issues.Assists with onsite response to students in crisis situations.

Provides support for other university programs and activities and other related duties. (5%)Attends university sponsored student programs as appropriate.Advises designated student organizations.Collaborates with colleagues to contribute and support university and DSES priorities and initiatives.

Maintains required knowledge in the field. (5%)Keeps abreast of current best practices related to student conduct, crisis response, and behavior intervention.Maintains up-to-date knowledge and implements best practices related to student development, diversity and inclusion, and student engagement.Maintains thorough knowledge of federal, state, USG, and university policies and regulations related to Student Engagement and Success.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in education, human resources, student services, or a related field; orBachelor’s degree with 3-5 years of experience in student conduct in higher education or with Title IX; orEquivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Documents to Attach

Please attach a cover letter, resume, and conact information for three professional references.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of GSW and University System of Georgia policies and procedures.Knowledge of related federal policies, procedures, regulations and laws.Knowledge of best practices in the field of student servicesKnowledge of student development theory.Knowledge of institutional policies and procedures explicit to the Student Code of Conduct.Knowledge of Title IX regulations.Skill in counseling.Skill in crisis response.Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.Skill in decision making and problem solving.Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.Skill in the development of presentation of educational programs and workshops.Skill in oral and written communication.

About Us

Georgia Southwestern State University – a four-year institution – cultivates excellence in learning and teaching that encourages intellectual, personal, and social growth for students, faculty, staff, and the community. Georgia Southwestern State University is a comprehensive state university within the University System of Georgia that offers a full range of bachelor degree programs, along with selected master’s and specialist degree programs.

Georgia Southwestern is committed to serving the needs of its developing region with educational programs for high school, for professional and technical graduates; post-graduate professional training; research and business services; and cultural enrichment. Through its national and international affiliations, the University links Southwest Georgia with the global economy and actively fosters a greater understanding of international business and culture.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at 229-931-2000 or by email at hr@gsw.edu.

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Georgia Southwestern State University, as determined by Georgia Southwestern State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check and drug screen.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southwestern State University is an equal opportunity employer. As such, the University takes affirmative action to preclude discrimination in recruiting, transferring, training and terminating of employees because of race, color, creed, age, sex, national origin, veterans status, disability or any other reason in accordance with applicable state and federal statutes, executive orders and other regulations which prohibit discriminatory employment practices.