Position Information
Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.
The Student Conduct Officer assists the Office of Student Conduct in the various elements of student and student organization conduct investigations and related procedures. The Student Conduct Officer reviews and investigates student and student organization conduct cases; holds conduct meetings and determines sanctions as necessary. Assists with programs and activities to promote and increase awareness regarding the Code of Student Rights & Responsibilities including the shared development and management of the Student Organization Conduct Process within the Office of Student Conduct.
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1. Investigates and adjudicates alleged violations of the Code of Student Rights & Responsibilities by individual students and student organizations.
2. Uses self-regulation to manage, organize, and prioritize a large caseload, and other assignments, to ensure timely resolution of complaints and projects.
3. Prepares documents and reports as necessary for investigations and other assignments.
4. Maintains professional and complete documentation and files.
5. Interview relevant parties, gather relevant information, prepares investigative reports to be used in case management, and serves as a partner to inter/national organizations when necessary.
6. Assists 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 Rights & Responsibilities.
7. Utilizes the student conduct database system to create and maintain student conduct files and assist in managing websites.
8. Participates in self-directed professional reading, develops professional contacts with colleagues, and attends professional development courses and trainings to ensure a full understanding of the legal requirements and best practices related to relevant compliance areas.
9. Participates in internal and external training as assigned.
10. Ensures the confidentiality of all student conduct records contained in the Office of Student Conduct by supervising the maintenance and security of such records.
11. Ensures that the University complies with federal mandates regarding student privacy by providing certification for agencies requesting student conduct information in accordance with FERPA.
12. Contributes to the overall success of the department and University by performing other duties as assigned by the Office of Student Conduct Director.
Education: A bachelor’s degree is required. Earned graduate credit hours from an accredited college or university in an applicable area/field (e.g., the social sciences, counseling, human resources administration, student affairs) may substitute on a year-for-year bases for the required experience at a rate of twenty-four (24) earned graduate credit hours for one year of experience.
Experience: At least one year of full-time work experience in an applicable area/field that lends cross-over skills, or one year of investigatory experience, is required. Experience investigating is preferred. Experience developing and presenting educational and/or training materials is preferred.
Skills: Strong organizational, interpersonal, writing and speaking skills, and the ability to communicate effectively are required. Demonstrated ability to oversee and manage a caseload in a manner that ensures the prompt, effective, and equitable conclusion of such matters is required. Computer application skills (word processing, spreadsheet, file management) are required. Attention to detail, multi-tasking abilities, and the ability to be self-directed and meet deadlines while remaining focused and composed are required. Database management experience is preferred.
Other: This position works 10 months out of the year and includes year-round benefits.
This position works 10 months out of the year and may be paid over either 10 or 12 months and includes year-round benefits.
First date of consideration is 6/16/2025. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Please attach an unofficial transcript to your application. Please note that documents that contain passwords, digital signatures, and other artifacts such as watermarks may not convert properly. If your document contains any of these items, please print and scan the document, then upload the scanned version to your application. Official transcripts required at time of hire.
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897,
Compliance@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252.Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.
Posting Detail
Salary
USD 38,225 - 42,000 /yearly
Yearly based
Location
MO , United States Springfield, MO, United States
MO , United States Springfield, MO, United States
