Associate Director of Student Conduct

Mount Saint Mary's University • Emmitsburg, MD

2d • $50,000 - $60,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Residence Life, the Associate Director of Student Conduct provides leadership for the day to day operations of the Student Conduct Office and supports the development of a fair, educational, and inclusive conduct process that emphasizes student learning, accountability, and well being. The Associate Director serves as the University’s primary hearing officer and is responsible for establishing, implementing, and overseeing a campus conduct board adjudication process. This position plays a critical role in the administration of the Student Code of Conduct, managing complex conduct cases, and ensuring consistent and equitable application of policy. Working collaboratively with Residence Life and Housing, the Associate Director supports coordinated responses to student behavior within residential communities, identifies behavioral trends, and contributes to retention and student success initiatives. The Associate Director is expected to be a visible, student centered leader who exercises sound judgment, manages sensitive situations effectively, and supports the holistic development of students. This is a live on position, requiring residency in a University provided staff apartment.

Requirements

• Master’s degree required in higher education, student affairs, counseling, or a related field
• Minimum of 4–6 years of progressively responsible professional experience in student conduct, residence life, or a closely related area
• Demonstrated experience serving as a hearing officer and managing student conduct processes
• Knowledge of student development theory, restorative practices, and student conduct best practices
• Experience working collaboratively with Housing and Residence Life
• Strong organizational, planning, and communication skills
• Ability to build trusting, respectful relationships with students, staff, and campus partners
• Familiarity with student conduct and student success technology platforms
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and institutional systems (e.g., Workday or similar)
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and empathetic in high‑pressure or emergency situations
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to emerging concerns

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership for the Student Conduct Office, including case intake, investigations, hearings, resolutions, and follow‑up
• Serve as the primary hearing officer for student conduct cases, including complex, high‑impact, or sensitive matters
• Establish, implement, and oversee a student conduct board, including recruitment, training, supervision, and ongoing development of board members
• Manage the student conduct processes in alignment with institutional policy, including student rights, adjudication procedures, and alternative resolution options
• Assist with the ongoing review, revision, and implementation of the Student Code of Conduct and related policies
• Work closely and collaboratively with Residence Life and Housing to respond to behavioral concerns, address community‑level issues, and support residential student populations
• Partner with residential staff to identify behavioral trends, develop preventative strategies, and implement coordinated interventions
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to implement individual and community‑based solutions
• Support education, training, and change management efforts related to student conduct for campus stakeholders
• Maintain a visible presence at campus events and student activities
• Serve as a resource and advocate for students, faculty, and staff navigating student conduct concerns
• Represent Student Conduct and Student Life on university committees, working groups, and campus initiatives as assigned
• Participate in Title IX processes as designated, including hearings, meetings, and investigations
• Assist with alcohol and other drug education and prevention initiatives in collaboration with campus partners
• Support the implementation and management of student conduct and student success technology platforms
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Dean of Residential Experience
• Serve in a secondary on‑call rotation with the Director of Housing and the Director of Residence Life. While serving on call, the Associate Director provides consultation, coordination, and response assistance during evenings, weekends, and after‑hours incidents, particularly for situations with conduct, behavioral, or residential implications. The Associate Director is not the primary on‑call responder, but is expected to be available for escalation support, guidance, and follow‑up as needed.

Benefits

• annual leave
• holiday leave
• sick leave
• tuition remission for both graduate and undergraduate courses at Mount St. Mary’s University
• employer-sponsored retirement contribution
• robust paid time off program
• University-provided housing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level