Program Director for Academic Integrity

University of North Carolina at Charlotte, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Charlotte, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 08 Feb 2024

Position Information
General Information


Position Number 000813
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Working Title Program Director for Academic Integrity
Position Designation EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type Permanent - Full-time
Months per Year 12
Work Schedule
8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday (some night and weekend hours may be required)
Hours per week 40
FLSA Status Exempt
Division Student Affairs
Department Dean of Students (Adm)
Work Location King 217
Salary Range $58,829 - $64,424
Primary Purpose of Department
The mission of Student Accountability & Conflict Resolution, a unit of the Dean of Students Office, is to uphold academic and community standards, encourage personal accountability and responsible decision-making; promote student learning; and reduce and prevent behavior that undermines student success and community safety. We are committed to providing a fair, impartial, and efficient process facilitated through compassionate conversations in which students are heard, respected, and treated with dignity.
The mission of the Dean of Students Office is to advance a UNC Charlotte culture of care by assisting students in navigating the opportunities and challenges of the Niner Nation Experience. Due to the ombuds nature of the Dean of Students Office, all staff members advise, counsel, and serve as advocates for students experiencing difficulties or crises.
Primary Purpose of Position
The Program Director of Academic Integrity is responsible for assisting in the administrative duties of the student conduct and academic integrity processes; serving as a resource for various institutional stakeholders, and providing outreach to members of the University community.
Supervised by the Associate Dean of Students and Director of Student Accountability & Conflict Resolution, the Program Director assists in promoting the mission and philosophy of Student Accountability & Conflict Resolution and the Dean of Students Office. This position requires the flexibility, ability, and willingness to work nights and weekends in structured and unstructured settings with students, staff, and faculty.
Summary of Position Responsibilities
  • Coordinate the university’s academic integrity process, including but not limited to the following: a) Partnering with the Chair of the Academic Integrity Board (AIB) to recruit, select, and train AIB members; b) Managing academic misconduct cases, including coordinating hearing preparation and scheduling Academic Integrity Hearing Panels; c) Advising Academic Integrity Board Panels; and d) Identifying institutional data and trends related to academic misconduct
  • Serve as a University conduct officer, reviewing, investigating, adjudicating, and managing conduct and academic misconduct cases, including serious violations that lead to suspension or expulsion from the University
  • Serve as an advisor to Administrative Hearing Panels, as needed
  • Serve as an Administrative Hearing Officer, as needed
  • Serve as a Student Conduct Counselor during hearings, as needed
  • Serve as an advisor to Student Hearing Panels, as needed
  • Serve as an advisor to Academic Misconduct Hearing Panels, as needed
  • Supervise graduate, internship, or practicum student(s), as needed
  • Coordinate programming and outreach efforts related to academic misconduct, and assist with office-wide and campus-wide programs and initiatives, as needed
  • Provide advocacy, assistance, and training regarding university policies and procedures, including policies related to student conduct and academic misconduct
  • Research and stay up-to-date on new industry student conduct and academic integrity standards, technologies, policies, and procedures; responsible for the implementation of new protocols/procedures to address business needs
  • Prepare and analyze statistical and annual reports regarding student conduct data related to academic misconduct
  • Work collaboratively with Academic Affairs and other student services leaders across departments in recommending standards, best practices, and related policies/procedures related to academic misconduct
  • Work collaboratively with units throughout the University, including but not limited to Police and Public Safety, Housing, and Residence Life, Legal Affairs, Title IX Office, Center for Wellness Promotion, Fraternity, and Sorority Life, Student Activities, Parking and Transportation Services, Counseling, and Psychological Services, Student Assistance and Support Services, Education Abroad, Registrar’s Office, Admissions, and Athletics
  • Serve on various departmental and institutional committees
  • Assist with other duties as assigned
Minimum Education/Experience
  • Master’s degree in Student Development/Personnel, Higher Education, Counseling, or a related area.
  • Minimum of three-five years of professional experience in higher education; experience with student conduct and academic integrity preferred.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
  • Understanding of student development and counseling theories and ability to apply theory to practice in a university setting.
  • Experience working collaboratively with other units within an institution and the community, including faculty.
  • Knowledge of current trends and issues facing the student conduct field, including academic misconduct, and higher education.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines related to student conduct and academic misconduct.
  • Experience coordinating departmental or institutional processes.
  • Experience developing and implementing outreach programs.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, a collaborative communication style, strong interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to work with sensitive and confidential information.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
  • Experience working with university academic misconduct processes.
  • Experience working effectively with individuals and groups from a variety of cultures and backgrounds.
  • Understanding of equity and social justice principles and demonstrated ability to create environments where individuals feel heard, respected, and treated with dignity.
Necessary Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Certifications/Licenses
Special Notes to Applicants
  • UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits
  • The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.
Posting Open Date 01/17/2024
Posting Close Date 02/08/2024
Open Until Filled No
Proposed Hire Date 03/01/2024
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