Job Title: Director Of Rights and Responsibilities
Location: Residential Experience
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 6825
Staff Posting Details Appointment: regular, full-time, (1.0) FTE.

Position Summary:

The Director of Rights and Responsibilities, in collaboration with the Director of Residence Life and Associate Dean of Students, contributes to the leadership of the Residential Experience Department. The Director of Rights and Responsibilities is responsible for the coordination and administration of the University’s Rights and Responsibilities office. The Director trains and advises Hearing Officers, Peer Boards, Integrity Boards, and Sexual Misconduct Boards. The Director provides leadership regarding complex legal and regulatory issues for students in higher education.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

Student Conduct (50%)

Serve as primary interpreter of Student Integrity CodeDirects day-to-day operation of campus student conduct system, which may include:
Serve as primary investigator for alleged student conduct violationsProvide ongoing assessment and evaluation of student conduct policies and proceduresManage case assignment processConvene Integrity Board, Sexual Misconduct Board, and Peer BoardAssure that all cases are heard in a fair, equitable, and timely mannerAdjudicate higher level conduct casesEnsure that sanctions are completedManage communications related to student conduct – with students, hearing board members, Puget Sound departments, and families
Communicate and collaborate regularly with the Deputy Title IX Coordinator regarding cases of sexual misconduct that may result in an Informal Resolution or Sexual Misconduct Board.In consideration of institutional liability and campus safety, consult with institutional leaders and legal counsel as neededIn an effort to collaboratively respond to incidents, meet weekly with Director of Security Services and Director of Residence LifeOversee compliance with federal and state mandates, including Title IX, Clery Act, VAWA, etc.Functional lead for the conduct management software, Maxient.Collaborates with the Director of Student Support and Deputy Title IX Coordinator on Maxient training, inchancements, or changes.

Training, Development & Supervision (25%)

Train and advise Residence Life staff, Residence Life student leaders, and other institutional staff on conduct-related mattersTrain and advise Hearing Officers, Peer Boards, Integrity Board, and Sexual Misconduct BoardFacilitate professional development opportunities for the Residential Experience staff on a regular basisSelect, train, and supervise a part-time Administrative Assistant (20 hours per week)Select, mentor, train, and advise students who volunteer for positions on Peer Board, and Integrity BoardSelect and supervise graduate interns as needed.

Student Concern & Conflict Resolution (15%)

Leads the Threat Assessment Behavioral Intervention Team (TABIT)Serve as the primary representative from Residential Experience on the Care TeamLeads the Student of Concern meetings. Directs follow-up with all residential students of concern, including assigning tasks to Residential Experience staff and monitors follow through.Provides support and leadership to the development and delivery of proactive programs and services aimed at responding to students experiencing conflict

Administrative Responsibilities (10%)

Create and implement assessment for office including end-of-year report summarizing student conduct statistics and contributions to student learning outcomes, and compile other reports as neededCoordinate and oversee publications including annual review of the Student Integrity Code, other institutional policies, and Student Conduct, both in print and onlineServe in administrator on-call rotation, averaging 2-3 weekends per semesterAssist with major Residential Experience programs and functions, such as Student Leader training, New Student arrival, Orientation presentations, and opening and closing of residence halls each semesterOther duties as needed

Budget Responsibilities

Rights & Responsibilities budget

Qualifications:

Master’s Degree; Master’s in Higher Education Administration or related field preferredMinimum of four years working in higher education; prior experience with student conduct preferredUnderstanding of roles within Student Affairs and a commitment to a developmental model of Student Conduct on college campusesStrong knowledge of intergroup relations and conflict resolution practicesWorking knowledge of state and federal legal issues related to higher education and student conductStrong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to manage confidential and sensitive situationsAbility to interact comfortably with a wide range of diverse people, including staff, students, faculty, and parents/guardiansAbility to function as an integral team member with the Division of Student AffairsFamiliarity with databases, preferably Maxient, and other computer software programsCommitment to professional ethicsCommitment to liberal arts educationCommitment to equal opportunity/affirmative actionAbility to respectfully work, communicate and provide leadership within a diverse campus community

Compensation and Benefits: The starting pay for this position will begin at $60,000 DOE. Decisions about starting salaries are made based on the extent and relatedness of the candidate's education and experience and on internal equity and market considerations.

Puget Sound offers a generous benefits package. For more information, visit: https://pugetsound.edu/human-resources/benefits

Application Deadline: Review of application materials will be immediately. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified.

Required Documents:

ResumeLetter of Interest

Applications submitted without the required attachments will not be considered.

All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of all required background checks. All new hires will be required to submit proof of current COVID-19 vaccination (including booster) or receive an approved medical or religious exemption from the university.

Diversity Statement:

We acknowledge the richness of commonalities and differences we share as a university community; the intrinsic worth of all who work and study here; that education is enhanced by investigation of and reflection upon multiple perspectives.We aspire to create respect for and appreciation of all persons as a key characteristic of our campus community; to increase the diversity of all parts of our University community through commitment to diversity in our recruitment and retention efforts; to foster a spirit of openness to active engagement among all members of our campus community.We act to achieve an environment that welcomes and supports diversity; to ensure full educational opportunity for all who teach and learn here; to prepare effectively citizen-leaders for a pluralistic world.

Puget Sound is committed to an environment that welcomes and supports diversity. We seek diversity of identity, thought, perspective, and background in our students, faculty, and staff. To learn more please visit: https://pugetsound.edu/about-puget-sound-0/mission-core-values/institutional-equity-diversity

The University of Puget Sound is an equal opportunity employer.