Student and Employee Advocacy Coordinator
Job Description
Full job description
The Coordinator of Student and Employee Advocacy plays a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive campus environment. This position oversees student conduct processes and implements initiatives to promote cultural programming and awareness, fostering a sense of belonging at the College. By ensuring consistent application of the Student Code of Conduct, and fostering a culture of respect and mutual understanding, the coordinator works collaboratively with stakeholders to strengthen the sense of community across the college
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher. NOTE: Degrees and hours must be from a college accredited by a United States Department of Education accepted accrediting agency such as SACSCOC.
- Two years of experience in student conduct, cultural programming, or related roles in higher education
- Knowledge of relevant laws and policies (e.g./ Title IX, FERPA, ADA, Clery Act).
Preferred:
- Master’s degree
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering an engaging environment for all in an educational setting.
- Experience with restorative justice practices and conflict resolution techniques.
- Familiarity with assessment tools and strategies for building strong relationships.
Student Conduct Responsibilities:
- Oversee the administration of the Student Code of Conduct, including receiving, investigating, and resolving complaints regarding violations.
- Conduct student hearings and mediate disputes to ensure fair and impartial outcomes.
- Collaborate with campus stakeholders (e.g., faculty, SLE, campus safety) to address conduct-related concerns.
- Stay informed about legal and regulatory developments affecting student conduct in higher education.
- Make routine visits to all off-campus sites to ensure campus civility is maintained in all areas
Campus Community Engagement
- Develop and deliver programs and workshops to foster understanding, respect, and inclusivity among students, faculty, and staff.
- Support the creation and implementation of the college’s strategic plan to promote community engagement, in line with institutional priorities.
- Serve as a resource and advocate for students from underrepresented and historically underserved populations.
- Partner with faculty, student organizations, and community groups to encourage cultural exchange and meaningful engagement.
- Conduct evaluations and process reviews of programs and services to identify any barriers to education, measure their impact and recommend enhancements for continuous improvement.
- Assist the Dean of Student and Employee Advocacy with planning and coordinating cultural events.
- Collaborate with campus leadership to address concerns related to bias, discrimination, and harassment.
Key Skills and Competencies:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse populations.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in high-stakes situations.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality.
- Proficiency in using student conduct software and data analysis tools.
- Commitment to continuous professional development in student affairs.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The employee will need to regularly operate and use computers, phones and other electronic equipment.
- The employee will frequently communicate and must be able to exchange accurate information with others.
- The employee may need to move around their office and/or campus to attend meetings/ classes and to access files, machinery or other job-related tools.
- The employee may need to lift and/or move equipment, tools or paperwork up to 25 pounds.
- The employee may need to position themselves by reaching, stooping, kneeling or crouching in order to adjust or collect equipment and/or supplies.
- Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Workplace Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Encounters low to moderate noise levels in the work environment.
- Standard office environment with occasional evening and weekend responsibilities for programming or conducting hearings.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
11/27/2024
Close Date
12/17/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete all required fields.
If you do not have access to a computer (home, school or public library) or need assistance, you may come by our office Room 123 in the Allman Center on Main Campus to complete your online application.
Application Procedures:
1. In order to be considered for employment, you must meet the minimum specified requirements for that position as described in the vacancy notice.
2. The employment application MUST be filled out completely in order to be considered for a position. When applying for other positions, please submit a separate application, required for each position.
If you do not have access to a computer (home, school or public library) or need assistance, you may come by our office Room 123 in the Allman Center on Main Campus to complete your online application.
Application Procedures:
1. In order to be considered for employment, you must meet the minimum specified requirements for that position as described in the vacancy notice.
2. The employment application MUST be filled out completely in order to be considered for a position. When applying for other positions, please submit a separate application, required for each position.
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