Associate Dean of Students: Conduct

The Opportunity: 

The Prescott Campus of Embry Riddle Aeronautical University is searching for an Associate Dean of Students to oversee student conduct. This position serves as part of the Dean of Student’s leadership and management team. The primary functions of the Associate Dean of Students are as follows: Oversee student conduct; provide student care, support, and case management; provide oversight for the campus drug and alcohol prevention programs and Biennial Review. Secondary responsibilities include serving as the trainer and advisor for the Student Government Association (SGA) role in student conduct appeals; serving as a member of the Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT); responding to various questions, inquiries, and student needs that come to the Dean of Students Office; providing support to the Division of Student Affairs and the Student Affairs directors as needed.

Job Duties:

Chief Student Conduct Officer

• Oversee and manage the Student and Recognized Student Organization (RSO) Conduct Processes.
• Train and oversee the campus Student Conduct Committee and student conduct officers.
• Train and oversee student members of the Student Government Association (SGA) in their roles related to reviewing student conduct appeals and/or participating in student conduct hearings.
• Create cases from reports and assign to a conduct officer, serving as the conduct officer when appropriate.
• Maintain and update the case management software, which includes the campus conduct and student of concern database, currently Maxient, ensuring it reflects the Student Handbook and processes.
• Maintain and track all student conduct records.
• Coordinate the appeal process, including representing the Dean of Students Office when appropriate.
• Respond to various inquiries for background and student conduct checks.
• Maintain good working relationships with relevant local agencies and community resources.
• Assist the Dean of Students with keeping the Student Handbook current on a yearly basis, especially with regard to student conduct policies, procedures, and practices.
• Provide a statistical summary after each semester and each academic year for all student conduct cases.

• Maintain current knowledge of national trends, issues, and best practices related to student conduct. Participate regularly in professional associations, conferences, and professional development opportunities.

Student Care, Support, and Case Management

• In collaboration with the Dean of Students and other Student Affairs staff, provide leadership in responding to various student needs that come to the attention of the office, including personal, academic, medical, emotional, and family situations. Meet with students and families and provide support as needed.
• Serve as a resource for students to air concerns, gain information, and develop appropriate solution strategies.
• Seek out and maintain effective working relationships and collaborations with campus stakeholders and partners.
• Seek out and maintain effective working relationships with various community resources and partners, including community mental health and crisis support resources and law enforcement.
• Serve as a case manager for students, and as a resource for others serving as case managers.
• Provide a key role as needed in assisting with crisis and emergency response in student cases. Serve as first responder for after-hour emergencies on behalf of the Division of Student Affairs and the Dean of Students Office.
• Respond to inquiries, questions, and concerns from faculty, staff, parents, and other interested stakeholders.
• Maintain current knowledge of national trends, issues, and best practices related to student care, support, and crisis management; participate in professional associations and attend national conferences; advise on potential training and development needs and opportunities for the campus community.

Member, Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT)

• Serve as a core member of the campus Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT).
• In collaboration with the chair of the BIT and other members, ensure the effective oversight and management of student cases.
• Serve as a resource for the other members of the BIT.

Oversight, Campus Drug and Alcohol Prevention Efforts for Students & Biennial Review

• In collaboration with other campus stakeholders including the Wellness Center, Counseling Services, and the Office of Student Engagement, maintain an accurate and ongoing inventory of all campus programs and efforts related to drug and alcohol prevention and education for students.
• Provide leadership for writing the campus Biennial Review in compliance with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act.
• Assist the Dean of Students in maintaining accuracy in the Student Handbook with regard to drug and alcohol prevention efforts and requirements associated with the Biennial Review.
• Maintain currency in national trends with regard to drug and alcohol prevention and education, including compliance requirements associated with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act.

Departmental Responsibilities

• Act as Dean of Students in the Dean’s absence.
• Serve on and/or provide leadership for committees, task forces, and groups as needed and requested.
• Assist with the creation and regular updating of relevant student policies and procedures, especially those reflected in the Student Handbook and the campus Catalog, in support of the mission of the University.
• Provide support, leadership, and management resources for the Student Affairs Division and departments.
• Work with colleagues from Academic Affairs and other campus units on providing trainings, faculty and staff development opportunities, and support to faculty and other campus staff.
• Assist the Dean of Students and the Dean of Students Office Assistant with providing oversight to the overall and effective functioning of the Dean of Students Office, including the department website.
• Other duties as assigned. Provide special project support and represent the Dean when appropriate.

About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: 

At Embry-Riddle, we take pride in our position as the world's largest and most comprehensive university dedicated to aviation and aerospace. Located in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, our esteemed residential campuses offer a prestigious educational experience. However, our commitment to education knows no borders as our Worldwide campus expands our reach globally, providing a world-class education online and at approximately 110 locations across the United States, Asia, Europe, and Central and South America. This breadth of reach ensures that students can access our exceptional programs without geographical limitations. 

With a history spanning nearly a century, we have continually adapted to the dynamic needs of the industries we support. In the Academic Year 2022-23, we welcomed over 11,100 students to our residential campuses and over 19,000 students at our worldwide campus.  

Join our global community and embark on a journey of academic excellence and limitless possibilities. Employees working more than 30 hours a week can enjoy medical, dental and vision benefits, an amazing retirement plan with immediate vesting that includes a 6% gift and up to 4% match, free tuition for employees and their immediate family members, and a generous personal leave program. To find out more about our benefits and why ERAU has been named a “Great College to Work For” for 13 consecutive years, visit our careers page .

Embry-Riddle is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity. Embry-Riddle is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We continually strive to recognize, respect, and celebrate differences and cultural identities among individuals as we recruit, support, and embrace our diverse community. We work to provide a safe and inclusive environment and to create a climate free of discrimination where cultural competency is fostered through leadership, integrity, care, and respect.

Qualifications

Required education:

Master's degree in student affairs, higher education administration, or related field

Required skills, knowledge, abilities:

• Five to ten years related work experience in a higher education setting
• Firm understanding and experience with student conduct policies, practices, procedures, and national trends and best practices
• Experience with student care, crisis management, and response
• Computer skills (Microsoft operating systems, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook/email, internet end-user applications)
• Prior work experience in student affairs strongly preferred
• ASCA knowledge preferred; NABITA knowledge preferred