Coordinator for Student Conduct & Community Standards
University of Massachusetts Amherst

Amherst, Massachusetts
$0.00 - $100.00 per hour


Job no: 524283
Work type: Staff Full Time
Location: UMass Amherst
Department: Dean of Students
Union: PSU
Categories: Student Affairs & Services

About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director for Student Conduct and Community Standards, the Coordinator for Student Conduct and Community Standards assists in the coordination and implementation of a learning-focused student conduct process at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Primary responsibilities include reviewing, tracking, and closing residential student conduct cases using administrative management software; adjudicating student conduct cases; supporting the development and implementation of student conduct related trainings and initiatives.

Essential Functions

  • Reviews residential student conduct referrals, determines policies under review, issues notices of code violation(s).
  • Reviews residential resolved student conduct cases and monitors timely completion of case and sanctions.
  • Serves as a student conduct case administrator.
  • Supports University hearing board activities including serving as a procedural advisor.
  • Assists with the creation of student conduct related reports and assessment.
  • Assists in the development of educational initiatives and delivery of trainings, presentations, workshops, and publications for members of the university community.
  • Utilizes the applicable administrative software system to maintain accurate conduct case records.
  • Participates in the development of goals and learning outcomes for student conduct as a member of the Student Conduct and Community Standards Office team.
  • Supports and participates in university initiatives such as New Students Orientation, student organization events, campus committees, and other activities related to student success and the overall student experience.
  • Remains current in related best practices and participates in required training programs related to position.
  • Other Functions

  • Performs related duties as assigned or required. Understands responsibilities with respect to Title IX, Clery and other compliance requirements.
  • Demonstrates capacity, skill, and willingness to engage students and contribute to student success.
  • Understands responsibilities with respect to conflicts of interest and behaves in ways consistent both with law and with University policy.
  • Contributes toward creating a positive and respectful workplace. Uses access to sensitive and/or not yet public University-related information only in the performance of the responsibilities of position and exercises care to prevent unnecessary disclosure to others.
  • Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

  • Master's degree.
  • Demonstrated experience adjudicating student conduct cases.
  • Experience working in medium to large residential campus.
  • Experience using a web-based conduct software platform to initiate, track, and record student conduct matters.
  • Demonstrated computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets and web-based applications.
  • Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations and in developing inclusive communities and work teams.
  • Demonstrated experience creating and delivering trainings, workshops and presentations.
  • Excellent communication (oral and written) and presentation skills.
  • Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

  • Knowledge of and experience with Clery Act requirements
  • Two years of experience adjudicating student conduct cases at a residential campus
  • Physical Demands/Working Conditions

  • Typical office environment.
  • Ability to lift up to 30 pounds without restrictions.
  • Work Schedule

    Monday - Friday; 8:30am-5:00pm; Position may require evening/weekend hours as needed.

    Salary Information

    Level 26

    PSU Hiring Ranges

    Special Instructions to Applicants

    Upload your resume and cover letter along with your completed application. Our team will check references at the final stage of the interview process. Please be prepared to provide contact information for at least three (3) professional references. This position will remain open until filled or the advertised closing date, whichever occurs first. Early submissions are recommended.

    UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, caste, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, political belief or affiliation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related condition(s), veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, natural and protective hairstyle and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University. To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. It is the policy of UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.

    Advertised: Oct 25 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
    Applications close: Jan 25 2025 Eastern Standard Time



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