STDT LIFE DEV SPEC 4 (Associate Director)

Job Summary

The Associate Director is housed in the Office of Student Support and Judicial Affairs. Reporting directly to the Director of OSSJA, the Associate Director is charged with managing and administering the adjudication of student sexual violence and harassment cases following investigation.

In addition, the Associate Director will participate in administering student conduct hearings and providing outreach education to the campus community as well as supporting the Associate Vice Chancellor or designee in the review of appeals for all cases (Sexual Violence, Social Misconduct, Academic Misconduct, and Registered Student Organization).

This position involves establishing and maintaining a culture of safety in alignment with law and campus policy.

Apply By Date July 19, 2024

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license, certification and / or educational degree if required of the position.

• Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of relevant work experience
• Must have a strong understanding of Title IX and federal requirements for compliance, including Clery, Drug Free Schools and Communities Act (DFSCA), and Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Broad understanding and application of policy to ensure student rights and responsibilities.
• Strong written and verbal skills, adept at communicating with a variety of stakeholders in varied emotional states.
• Intermediate computer skills with word processing, presentations, and spreadsheets and high degree of comfort in learning and using new technology / software.
• Knowledge of student and identity development theories. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and cultural humility.
• Understanding of social justice, the dynamics of power and privilege and social identities (e.g. sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, class, ethnicity, disability, religion, socioeconomic background, immigration status, size, and other identities).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, law, or other related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in various conflict resolution pathways such as restorative practices, mediation, conflict coaching, and problem-solving to resolve complex, multi-faceted, and often emotionally-charged disputes and assist parties to reach agreement.
• Work experience in a higher education setting, preferably in student conduct / student discipline / conflict resolution, educating individuals about policy violations, consequences and strategies to improve behavior and seek assistance when necessary;

experience in investigating or adjudicating cases involving sexual violence and sexual harassment.

• Significant knowledge of UC Policies and Title IX compliance and ability to explain policies to students, staff and faculty.
• Skills to understand, analyze, interpret, evaluate, and apply campus discipline and grievance policies and procedures in accord with University policy and legal requirements, as well as state and federal laws pertaining to discipline, sexual violence and sexual harassment, privacy, discrimination, due process, and related fields.
• Advising skills to counsel students about policy violations, consequences, and strategies to improve behavior and seek assistance when necessary.
• Communication skills to listen and speak effectively about sensitive subjects to faculty, students, staff, and others, including interviewing skills to elicit and synthesize information.

Writing skills to accurately compose correspondence and reports with a high level of attention to detail under strict deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• 60% - MANAGER OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT CASES
• 20% - CONDUCT ADJUDICATION AND APPEAL RESOLUTION
• 10% - GRIEVANCE AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION
• 10% - TRAINING, OUTREACH, ADVISING AND SPECIAL PROJECTS

Department Overview

The Office of Student Support and Judicial Affairs supports the university's educational mission and serves the campus by upholding standards of conduct and the university and by assisting students in need.

OSSJA carries out its roles by administering a fair and effective disciplinary system, holding students for conduct standards, upholding student rights, and responding to student grievances.

OSSJA also carries out its roles by providing non-clinical case management of students in crisis or distress. This includes but is not limited to direct assistance to students, faculty and staff and the coordination and delivery of services for the campus' response to students of concern.

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range : $ 67,700.00 - $120,500.00 / yr.
• Salary Frequency : Monthly
• UC Job Title : STDT LIFE DEV SPEC 4
• Number of Positions : 1
• Appointment Type : Career
• Percentage of Time : 100%
• Shift Hours : Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm
• Location : Davis, CA
• Union Representation : No
• Benefits Eligible : Yes
• Hybrid / Remote / On-Site : On-Site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals.

Learn more about the benefits and eligibility rules by visiting Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract.

Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC : https : / / ucnet.

universityofcalifornia.edu / labor / bargaining-units / index.html

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• For eligible roles, UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off / Vacation / Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short / long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands

N / A

Work Environment

May at times work a flexible schedule, including occasional evening and weekend hours. Hybrid schedule may be available.

May need to respond to crisis situations and interact with potentially volatile individuals and / or situations.

The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community.

The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty.

Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles.

https : / / ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com / documents / view / 271

Special Requirements

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach.

We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground.

The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.

The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 4010393 / PPSM-20.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 1001004 / Anti-Discrimination.

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