Associate Dean/Director, Department of Conduct and Community Standards

Job Title: Associate Dean/Director, Department of Conduct and Community Standards
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 51999
Department The Florida State University's Division of Student Affairs seeks an enthusiastic and collaborative professional to provide leadership, coordination, and direction for the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards. Responsible for serving a student body of over 41,000 students. Under the direct supervision of the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs/Dean of Students, and under the Health and Wellness portfolio, the Associate Dean/Director will have the opportunity to collaborate with key campus partners within the same division such as the Title IX office, student support services, counseling, victim advocate, and health services to ensure equitable support for students.Equal Employment Opportunity An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

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Responsibilities The Associate Dean of Students and Director of Student Conduct and Community Standards will be a strategic, collaborative, communicative and inclusive leader who is student-centered. Will serve as a member of the Health and Wellness leadership team, and be responsible for oversight of the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards providing leadership and the promotion of responsible decision-making that fosters holistic wellness, student-centered learning, and behavioral accountability that aligns with the campus community and its values.
Will provide interpretation and ensure compliance of the University's Board of Governor's policy; as well as local, state, and federal regulations.Will ensure students receive the highest level of safeguard while maintaining their right to due process and other constitutional rights.Serve as the representative of the University on all conduct matters with internal and external stakeholders including but not limited to parents and families, process advisors and attorneys, alumni, faculty, and staff.Will manage a staff of (4) professional staff, an administrative assistant, and Graduate Assistants.Will serve as a member of the Health and Wellness leadership team assisting with the development and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures.Coordinate actions, referrals, and responses from report.fsu.edu submissions and cases referred from FSUPD and external law enforcement agencies.Represent the Department while serving on appropriate University committees including but not limited to the Student Situation Resolution Team, Student of Concern Committee, and Admissions Judicial Review Committee.Qualifications Master's degree and four years of related experience or a Bachelor's degree and experience equal to six years.
Supervisory experience or experience leading a teamExperience in investigating or adjudicating behavior through an administrative process at an institution of higher educationDemonstrated competency in verbal and written communicationDemonstrated competency in critical thinking, analysis of information, and application of university policyDemonstrate experience and knowledge in legal and regulation compliance issues impacting higher educationAbility to gather, interpret, report, and/or edit informationAbility to conduct audits and investigations.Preferred Doctoral degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, or Juris Doctorate and six years related experience in higher educationUniversity Information One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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Pay Plan This is an A&P (Administrative and Professional) position.
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