Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
The Dean of Students Office within the Division of Student Affairs supports students’ success and well-being. The Dean of Students Office leads several functions including student support and crisis response, campus behavior intervention and support teams, student emergency grants, tuition appeals, student grievances and complaints, academic and non-academic misconduct disciplinary processes, Clergy compliance, and so on. The Dean of Students Office works collaboratively with campus and community partners to promote a healthy, safe, and inclusive learning community.
Job Summary
The Student Conduct Coordinator reports to an Associate Dean of Students and engages students in conversations and services that help develop responsible, contributing, and successful members of the UW-Milwaukee (UWM) campus. The Student Conduct Coordinator works collaboratively with students, parents/guardians, faculty, and staff to identify and respond to alleged misconduct, interpret policies and procedures, adjudicate cases, problem-solve student concerns, review emergency grants, and discuss options, and consequences of various decisions at UWM. This person must use high level of discretion to help resolve complex, sensitive matters that often involve many departments and have a potentially high impact on students’ finances, enrollment, University standing, and personal wellness. The Student Conduct Coordinator specializes in a student-centered, developmental approach to supporting student success.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s Degree
Minimum of two (2) years full-time work experience or four (4) years part-time work or internships in higher education with direct experience working with a campus conduct program, social work, counseling, advising, or student advocacy.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
A Master’s degree in college student personnel, higher education administration, or a closely related field (counselor education, social work, educational administration)
Demonstrated ability to adjudicate/investigate complex cases such as physical assault, weapons, drugs, and/or over-intoxication
Experience in crisis intervention and successful conflict resolution
Experience working with students in crisis/managing complex situations involving students, faculty, staff, community partners, and parents/families
Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and inclusivity
Application Instructions
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide the following:
A cover letter addressing your education/experience as they apply to all minimum and preferred qualifications
A professional resume
A document listing the names and contact information for three professional references
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. All application materials will be further evaluated as evidence of excellent written communication skills. The final candidate receiving an offer for this role will be required to submit official college transcripts no later than their first day in the position.
Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.
Legal Notices
AA/EO Statement
UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable Accommodations
UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.