Position Information
Hiring Department: Division of Student Affairs - Office of Community Standard
Reports To: Assistant Dean of Students
Job Location: El Paso, TX; On-site
Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends
FLSA status: Exempt
Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.
Salary: $85,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
Required Application Materials:
Position Summary
The Director of Community Standards provides leadership for the University student conduct process as a learning-centered and developmental function within Student Affairs that promotes student learning, development, belonging, well-being, personal responsibility, and a respectful academic community. Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Students, the Director leads fair, equitable, inclusive, and student-centered responses to alleged behavioral and academic misconduct, helping students understand their rights and responsibilities, reflect on the impact of their choices, take responsibility for their actions, engage in restorative approaches when appropriate, and build the skills needed to participate and succeed as engaged members of the University community. The Director serves as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).
In this role, the Director partners with faculty and academic, administrative, and student support units to strengthen understanding of the student conduct process, respond to academic integrity and classroom concerns, and advance community standards, collaborative learning, and student success. The Director works closely with Student Affairs Leadership; oversees conduct operations, assessment, prevention education, outreach, staff supervision, policy stewardship; serves as a member of UTEP's Behavioral Intervention and Threat Assessment Team; and advises divisional and University leadership on student conduct trends, case implications, policy considerations, and best practices in alignment with University and System rules, applicable law, and institutional expectations. Occasional evening and weekend obligations may be required for student meetings, workshops, hearings, or University events.
Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:
Leads the University student conduct process for alleged behavioral and academic misconduct involving individual students and, as assigned, student organizations, ensuring fair, equitable, student-centered, and educational resolution in alignment with Regents' Rules and Regulations, University and System rules, applicable law, and matters arising on or off campus when subject to University jurisdiction.
Provides oversight of intake, review, investigation, adjudication, sanctioning, records management, appeals support, and, as assigned, student complaints and grievance processes; ensures students receive clear information about their rights, responsibilities, resolution options, and opportunities for reflection, learning, and accountability; and manages communication regarding student conduct matters with students, faculty, staff, and, when appropriate and permissible under FERPA and University policy, family members or other authorized individuals.
Develops, implements, and continuously improves procedures, forms, workflows, and case management practices that support fair, student-centered, and timely resolution, clear communication, consistency, and meaningful documentation.
Reviews student conduct policies, procedures, and practices on an ongoing basis to promote equity, fairness, accessibility, and consistency; identifies opportunities for improvement and recommends updates in response to assessment findings, legal or policy changes, and evolving student and campus needs.
Serves as a member of UTEP's Behavioral Intervention and Threat Assessment Team and partners with the Dean of Students Office, Residence Life, Campus Police, Academic Affairs, Title IX, CARE, Accessibility, Counseling, and other campus offices to coordinate responses to student behavior concerns, elevated-risk situations, and crises and advance holistic, coordinated, and culturally responsive interventions that promote access, equity, inclusion, belonging, student well-being, and student success within the role's assigned authority.
Coordinates with the University's designated Title IX office and other campus partners on matters involving alleged sex discrimination, sex-based harassment, sexual misconduct, stalking, dating or domestic violence, pregnancy-related matters, or retaliation, as applicable; helps ensure reports are routed through the appropriate process and supports coordinated communication, student support, and implementation of interim or supportive measures within the role's assigned authority.
Serves as a campus resource on student conduct, academic integrity, student rights and responsibilities, conflict resolution, and behavior intervention; interprets and applies Regents' Rules and Regulations, The University of Texas System and The University of Texas at El Paso rules and regulations, and the UTEP Handbook of Operating Procedures in ways that support student learning and community standards.
Provides oversight for the recruitment, training, and support of hearing officers, conduct boards, or other decision-makers involved in student conduct processes; coordinates hearings as assigned; and fosters leadership development, ethical decision-making, and collaborative learning among participants in the conduct process.
Designs and delivers educational outreach, training, and presentations for students, faculty, staff, and student organizations on community standards, academic integrity, decision-making, and prevention in support of a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative campus community; consults with faculty on the student conduct process, reporting options, classroom concerns, and academic integrity matters.
Utilizes restorative justice, developmental, and conflict resolution approaches, when appropriate, to support inclusive, multi-partial, and learning-centered resolution; addresses harm and accountability through educational responses that are not solely punitive; and promotes participation, repair, reduced repeat misconduct, and responsible reintegration into the campus community.
Supervises professional and support staff; establishes performance expectations, provides training and coaching, evaluates performance, and plans staffing and operational needs for the Office of Community Standards.
Leads assessment, annual reporting, and review of student conduct data, including incident trends, student learning outcomes, operational metrics, and required institutional reporting; serves as the campus subject matter expert on the Maxient software system by overseeing conduct records, maintaining documentation practices, and providing consultation, training, troubleshooting, and functional support for campus users across offices such as Title IX, Human Resources, the Dean of Students Office, the Behavioral Intervention and Threat Assessment Team, and other University partners; and prepares and presents reports and recommendations to leadership and administration to support accuracy, confidentiality, informed decision-making, and continuous improvement in practice, education, and community standards efforts.
Represents the office on institutional committees and in cross-functional initiatives; works closely with Student Affairs Leadership and maintains effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders; and participates in professional development to remain current on higher education conduct practice, emerging legal issues, regulatory developments, and professional best practices in student conduct, student affairs, and higher education law.
Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.
Complies with all State and University policies.
Other duties may be assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's objectives, policies, and applicable laws. Provides direct supervision of professional and support staff assigned to the office, including hiring and onboarding, assigning and reviewing work, establishing performance expectations, providing training and coaching, completing performance evaluations, addressing performance issues in accordance with University policy, and planning staffing and operational needs to support effective case management and community standards work.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in higher education administration, student affairs, counseling, conflict resolution, public administration, law, or a closely related field.
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Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in student conduct, community standards, dean of students, student affairs, higher education administration, or a closely related area.
Experience should include leadership of student conduct or community standards work in higher education; case management; investigation, hearing coordination, or adjudication of student conduct matters; policy interpretation and implementation; training, outreach, and consultation with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners; cross-functional collaboration; supervision; and advanced proficiency with the Maxient software system.
Demonstrated ability to serve as the campus subject matter expert on Maxient, including consultation, training, troubleshooting, system administration support, report development, and support for multiple campus users and partner offices such as Title IX, Human Resources, the Dean of Students Office, and behavioral intervention or threat assessment functions.
Demonstrated knowledge of student learning and development, conflict resolution, equity-minded and culturally responsive practice, due process and fundamental fairness, behavioral intervention and threat assessment concepts, and collaboration with behavioral intervention, care, or threat assessment teams, as well as applicable higher education laws and regulations, including FERPA, Clery, and Title IX.
Strong written communication, organizational, analytical, and case management skills required, including the ability to use data and assessment to support practice and continuous improvement.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion with highly sensitive and confidential information required. Serves as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree from an accredited university in higher education administration, student affairs, counseling, conflict resolution, public administration, law, or a closely related field.
Seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in student conduct, community standards, dean of students, student affairs, higher education administration, or a closely related area. Experience should include leadership of student conduct or community standards work in higher education; case management; investigation, hearing coordination, or adjudication of student conduct matters; policy interpretation and implementation; training, outreach, and consultation with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners; cross-functional collaboration; supervision; and advanced proficiency with the Maxient software system.
Demonstrated ability to serve as the campus subject matter expert on Maxient, including consultation, training, troubleshooting, system administration support, report development, and support for multiple campus users and partner offices such as Title IX, Human Resources, the Dean of Students Office, and behavioral intervention or threat assessment functions.
Demonstrated knowledge of student learning and development, conflict resolution, equity-minded and culturally responsive practice, due process and fundamental fairness, behavioral intervention and threat assessment concepts, and collaboration with behavioral intervention, care, or threat assessment teams, as well as applicable higher education laws and regulations, including FERPA, Clery, and Title IX.
Strong written communication, organizational, analytical, and case management skills required, including the ability to use data and assessment to support practice and continuous improvement.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion with highly sensitive and confidential information required.
Serves as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).
Why Pick UTEP
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.
UTEP is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 26,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.
This is an especially exciting time to join UTEP as it advances the goals of its 2030 Strategic Plan. Built around the institution's core strengths-its location, its people, its supportive culture, and its community partnerships-the plan lays out a bold vision for the next decade, aimed at maximizing the University's regional impact and national stature.
About the Department
The Office of Community Standards supports a safe, respectful, and accountable campus environment that reinforces student learning and success. The office focuses on prevention, education, and behavioral intervention to help students understand expectations and take responsibility for their actions. Through its programs and processes, students develop critical thinking skills, learn to address and correct behavior, and gain a stronger understanding of respect and civility within the university setting. The office also promotes ethical decision-making, conflict management, and personal accountability, contributing to a campus culture grounded in integrity and shared responsibility.
Miner Perks and Benefits
What UTEP Offers:
Disclaimer: Eligibility for perks and benefits may vary based on part-time or full-time employment.
Additional Information
Note: To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.
The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the positions essential functions.
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.
In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to a learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.
The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 223C.
For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEPs Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.