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Assistant Director
Position Description: Performs varied and complex administrative duties in the management and coordination of a large specialized project and/or program. Requires independent judgment and application of established policies and procedures. Works under general supervision with evaluation based on overall results obtained.
Major/Essential Functions: 75% Investigator/Conduct Officer • Investigates and adjudicates cases of individual and organizational Student Conduct, including, but not limited to referrals from student complainants, faculty and/or staff members, the Texas Tech Police Department, University Student Housing, and academic integrity referrals. • Creates individualized, educationally-based sanctions, conditions, and/or restrictions for individual students who are found responsible for violating the Code of Student Conduct. Assists with coordination of all Clery reporting. • Assists with the coordination of University Student Housing referrals and conducts University Student Housing investigations
25% Assists in the management of the Office of Student Conduct. • Assists with campus presentations, education, and outreach efforts related to the Conduct process and the Code of Student Conduct. • Assists in the development of strategic planning, document creation, Panel Hearing training, and policies and procedures related to administration of The Office of Student Conduct. • Assists with the development of annual goals and the annual report specifically related to areas of responsibility and for other programs and services administered through the Office of Student Conduct. • Assists with annual revisions of the Student Handbook and Code of Student Conduct for final approval through the Board of Regents. • Assists with the Office of Student Conduct database management software, Maxient. • Assists with crisis intervention and academic/personal referrals to University departments and community agencies. Supports the ServicePlus philosophy of Texas Tech. Overall exhibits ServicePlus orientation in work attitudes and actions, for example, appearance, attendance, cooperation, timely and courteous response, and attentiveness.
Investigator/Conduct Officer • Investigates and adjudicates cases of individual and organizational Student Conduct, including, but not limited to referrals from student complainants, faculty and/or staff members, the Texas Tech Police Department, University Student Housing, and academic integrity referrals. • Creates individualized, educationally-based sanctions, conditions, and/or restrictions for individual students who are found responsible for violating the Code of Student Conduct. • Assists with coordination of all Clery reporting.
Preferred Qualifications: • Master's degree in Higher Education, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Counseling, or related field • Experience adjudicating Academic Integrity matters in education
Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in the area of specialization or closely related field. Three years of related administrative and technical experience. Additional job related education may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Special Instructions to Applicants: 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume 3. Three Professional references (at least one from a previous supervisor)
Safety Information: Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Pay Statement: Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
About the University: Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.