Assistant Director for Student Conduct and Restorative Practices
- Employer
- Wentworth Institute of Technology
- Location
- Massachusetts, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- May 19, 2022
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Position Title
Assistant Director for Student Conduct and Restorative Practices
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Department
Student Affairs
Job Description Summary
Wentworth Institute of Technology is seeking applicants interested in joining the Wentworth community as an Assistant Director for Student Conduct and Restorative Practices .
Under the direction of the Director for Student Conduct and Restorative Practice, the Assistant Director for Student Conduct and Restorative Practices will assist in the overall administration and operation of the Wentworth Institute of Technology Student Code of Conduct. This is a full-time position, with some flexibility for a hybrid work schedule on occasion . Most of the work will be conducted on campus, and some nights/weekends may be required.
Responsibilities will include coordination of the student discipline process; development of creative responses to student conduct issues; and implementation of a comprehensive educational process for helping the Wentworth community fully understand the Student Code of Conduct and their responsibilities as members of the community. The Assistant Director will also support the implementation of restorative practices across functional areas within the Division of Student Affairs. The Assistant Director will be responsible for overseeing the University’s bystander intervention (StepUp) programming/training.
The Assistant Director for Student Conduct and Restorative Practices will work to meet the vision of the Division of Student Affairs, Every Student Thrives. The Assistant Director contributes to the success of the Division of Student Affairs through committee assignments, special projects, and various training and development activities.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist the Director in investigating and coordinating student conduct cases, including but not limited to: reviewing referrals for potential violations of the Code, meeting with students, witnesses, and advisors to resolve cases, and assigning appropriate sanctions.
- Serve as the coordinator of the University’s bystander intervention programs (Step Up) working in collaboration with other departments across campus. This includes passive and active programs. This also includes offering bystander intervention programs for faculty and staff. Step Up is a part of student leader training for those hired through a collaborative process.
- Ensuring sanction compliance and administrating sanction follow-up and holds.
- Serve as a resource to the campus community regarding the Student Code of Conduct, making presentations at New Student Orientation and Student Transitions events or Admissions events.
Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth:
Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all University programs and activities. The University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status or any other category protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.
To find out more about the Wentworth’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, please visit the website https://wit.edu/about/diversity .
All applicants have the right to accessibility support and accommodations. To request accessibility support or accommodations, contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance, Catlin Wells, at wellsc1@wit.edu
How to Apply :
Interested applicants should apply at https://jobs.wit.edu . Please submit required documents.
Minimum Education Required
Bachelor's degree
Preferred Education
Master's degree
Minimum Work Experience Required
1-3 years of experience in higher education, student affairs
Preferred Work Experience
1-3 years of experience in higher education/student affairs, with specific experience in student conduct and/or conflict resolution/restorative practice
Minimum Knowledge Required
Working knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations. Uses instructions and guidelines to perform the job safety function. Periodic training will be required.
Preferred Knowledge
Working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations.
Advertised Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree plus 3 years of experience in Higher Education, Student Affairs, College Student Personnel, or related field.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as the wellness, academic, intellectual, emotional, and social development of all students.
- An understanding of current issues in the field of student conduct and trends in higher education
- Experience managing confidential and sensitive information
- Ability to analyze complex situations, determine facts, exercise good judgment, identify solutions, and consistently apply policies, procedures, and laws.
- Ability to conduct investigations, document findings and rationale, and maintain case files.
- Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and external constituents.
- Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, record keeping ability, technological skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
- Master’s Degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, College Student Personnel, or related field and 1-3 years of experience in higher education and/or student affairs
- Previous training or work with Restorative Justice/Practices
- Professional experience in student conduct in a college or university setting and demonstrated knowledge and/or experience with collegiate conduct systems.
- Knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices of counseling, particularly as they apply to young adults.
- Skilled in techniques and methodologies in administering student discipline and in handling crisis situations
- Knowledge of student development theory and student applicable laws such as the Clery Act, Title IX, & the Campus Sexual Violence Elimination (Campus SaVE) Act, and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act ( FERPA ).
- Willingness to work both with a team as well as individually, including thinking critically and making decisions independently.
- Knowledge and experience with mediation, restorative justice, and other conflict resolution models.
- Experience working with conduct database software, preferably Maxient.
- Strong organizational and coordination skills.
- Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.
- Ability to evaluate and make recommendations for change in policy development.
- Strong level of comfort with utilizing and learning new forms of technology.
- Ability to conduct investigations and hearings.
- Strong ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with a commitment to high quality results, along with follow-through with responsibilities and communications in a timely manner.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S00719
Job Category
Professional
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Boston.com
- Higheredjobs.com
- Colleges of the Fenway site
- Wentworth site
- Studentaffairs.com
- Chronicle of Higher Ed.
- NE HERC
- El Mundo
- Sampan
- Bay State Banner
- Colors Magazine
- AcademicKeys
- ACM.org
- CRA.org
- IEEE.org
- Academicjobsonline.org
- Referral
- Other
- Mathjobs
- * Wentworth defines inclusive excellence as 'Actively and
intentionally cultivating a diverse and culturally competent
institution where each member has the opportunity and support to
reach their full potential and make contributions to our campus
community and beyond.' Please provide an example of how you have
exemplified inclusive excellence in an educational or professional
setting.
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Resume
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Founded in 1904, Wentworth Institute of Technology provides a comprehensive, interdisciplinary, project-based educational experience. Under the guidance of caring faculty and staff, students develop into career-ready, skilled professionals and engaged citizens through an education that integrates classroom, laboratory, studio, cooperative, and experiential learning,
More than 60 labs and studios and 20 degrees are available through the Schools of Architecture and Design, Computing and Data Science, Engineering, Management, and Sciences and Humanities. Students can choose from both undergraduate and graduate degree programs, as well as a variety of certificate programs.
Wentworth aims to be a student-centered institution of inclusive excellence that embraces a culture of innovation and creativity; serves society through urban engagement; and fosters growth for local, regional, and national economies.
Our nearly 4,000 students are relentlessly curious, and their passion carries well beyond the lab. From robotics clubs to design collaborations, there is no shortage of opportunity for students to connect with others and challenge themselves in pursuit of a better tomorrow. Wentworth prioritizes students’ health and well-being and provides high-quality services, activities, programs, and opportunities to support their growth and transformation.
A Wentworth education equips graduates with a highly valued skillset. Students have the chance to complete a minimum of two cooperative learning (co-op) semesters during their four years of study, and approximately half of students receive a job offer from their co-op company prior to graduation. Ninety-five percent of the Class of 2021 were employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation.
Hands-on, future-focused, and career-ready—Wentworth is the University of Opportunity.
Wentworth Institute of Technology is a collaborative, mission-driven community of educators and professionals committed to excellence in ourselves and in the students we teach and support. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to continuing to develop a richly diverse faculty, staff, and student body.
There are a number of advantages to working at Wentworth. Among them:
- Location. Wentworth is based in Boston’s historic Fenway area, a cultural center featuring numerous colleges, universities, hospitals, museums, galleries, restaurants, and cafes. The MBTA Green Line, Orange Line, and Commuter Rail are within walking distance (and we subsidize passes), and we provide affordable, on-site parking.
- Career opportunities. We offer rewarding positions in areas such as the Division of Technology Services, Human Resources, Academic Affairs, Finance, Institutional Advancement, and others. There are also many opportunities for professional advancement.
- Competitive salaries and benefits. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and pension plans; as well as generous holiday, vacation, and sick time.
- Professional development opportunities. These include tuition reimbursement programs, and the ability to cross-register for courses, leadership programs, and professional development training at any of the other member institutions of the Colleges of the Fenway.
- Wentworth is a member of Tuition Exchange, a reciprocal scholarship opportunity for the dependents of eligible faculty and staff at all 645+ member schools.
- Discounts on arts and entertainment, including movie passes, Six Flags New England tickets, the Museum of Fine Arts, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and more.
- Access to the on-campus Schumann Fitness Center.
- We are a member of MASCO, which offers a wide range of services including area planning and development, parking and transportation, collaborative purchasing, a call center, and child care.
- We are a founding member of the New England Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (NEHERC), the region’s premier job board for faculty, staff, and academic executives, featuring over 2,700 current jobs from member colleges, universities, teaching hospitals, research institutes, and education-related not-for-profits.
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