Job Description:

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Community Standards and Student Support, responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the residential student conduct process and advises our Residence Hall Association and community councils. The Coordinator of Community Standards and Student Leadership aids in the critical incident follow-up for students, and supports the structure of Living Learning Communities. The Coordinator will work in conjunction with Residential Education Coordinators, Office Managers and Assistant Directors, to complete special projects as it relates to office management. The Coordinator of Community Standards and Student Leadership is not a live-on housing role, and does not participate in our emergency response on-call rotation.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

Assists the Assistant Director of Community Standards and Student Support with the management of the residential student databases and critical incident post response.
Responds accordingly to all reported violations of the Student Code of Conduct as outlined in the Student Handbook.
Tracks all incident reports to ensure reporting and compliance using Symplicity Advocate.
Ensures professional staff case outcomes are in alignment with the sanctioning guidelines.
Coordinate with staff to ensure the timely and thorough completion of conduct processes and case workflow.
Conducts disciplinary record reviews to ensure student leaders are in good standing with the Code of Conduct.
Assists in assessment of student conduct process.
Aids in creating educational sanctioning, including but not limited to the online learning modules for alcohol, substance usage, and fire safety education best practices.
Participate as an active member for institution and department wide committees geared towards implementing restorative justice best practices for student education.
Supports Assistant Director in developing preventative programming for the residential population at large, including sexual assault awareness, safety education, and more.
Reports to Assistant Director on concerns/incidents that may include intervention from the Dean of Students Office and Title IX Investigative Team.
Adjudicates lower-level conduct offense cases such as guest policy violations or residential mediations.
Assists in planning, advertising, and training of Resident Assistants and professional staff to conduct semesterly Health and Safety inspections.
Contribute to the department's training of paraprofessional staff, including leadership programming, Resident Assistant training, and all staff in-services.
Supports the department in all aspects of opening and closing of the residence halls.
Supports COVID-19 isolation process and student support follow up.

Student Leadership

Serve as a designated Co-Advisor for Residence Hall Association & Community Council Initiative.
Works with the Assistant Director to plan RHA Training/Community Council Training for Fall & Spring Semester.
Works with the Student Life Department to oversee the Residence Hall Association's club membership responsibilities and allocated budget.
Provides guidance, feedback, and logistical support for student leaders through bi-weekly meetings, one-on-ones.
Support advertising for the housing placement of residents in Living Learning Communities.
Participate in special large scale in-person programming initiatives throughout different points of the semester.

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position; other duties may be assigned consistent with the classification of the position.

Requirements:

Knowledge and Skills Considered Essential for Success:

Bachelor's degree required; master's degree specifically in higher education, student development, counseling, social work, or related field preferred.
1-3 years of full-time experience in residential life, student conduct, student advising or related field.
Two or more years of experience with administration of campus conduct procedures & large scale event planning.
Excellent managerial, planning, supervisory, interpersonal, team-building, and communication skills.
Effective written, verbal and technological communication skills.
Knowledge in the areas of crisis intervention, conflict mediation, student and leadership development theory, student conduct administration, restorative practices, and safety and security programs.
Familiarity with State & Federal COVID policies & guidelines.
Knowledge of common and conduct-specific computer application programs preferred.
Demonstrated commitment to sustainability, equity, and social justice; experience working with a diverse student population, supporting the needs of marginalized students, and engaging students and staff on issues of diversity and social justice.
Knowledge of FERPA, Title IX, Clery Act and other state and federal laws as they relate to residential life administration.
Engagement in the field of student affairs and higher education with an interest and willingness to learn, implement, and share best practices and new approaches.
Capacity to work in a 24-hour/7 day environment with the ability to quickly respond to and handle situations for the entire residential campus.
Positive attitude and excitement toward work. Ability to take initiative, work independently, and be a strong team member. The ideal candidate must have strong communication skills and be able to exercise sound judgment. A good sense of humor and a desire to laugh often are highly valued.

Additional Information:

Review of applications will begin immediately until the position is filled. Successful completion of a background check is required for appointment to this position once an offer has been made.

Salary

Starting Salary: $65,000.00 per year;compensation is commensurate with experience.

Staff in Residential Life are employees of the FIT Student Housing Corporation, a 501(c)(3) entity. Compensation and benefits are determined through the Housing Corporation governance process and are subject to change as such.

Work Schedule

Days/Hours: M-F, 9am-5pm, in person; work schedule subject to change based on needs of the department.

Evening and weekend commitments will be required to fulfill some of the duties of the position from time to time.

This position is considered to be an essential personnel position for the department, and as such, may be required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are canceled, and/or the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.

Benefits

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) provides comprehensive employee benefit programs designed to help keep our faculty and staff and their families healthy, safe, happy, and productive. Our programs also include a variety of components to help our employees improve the quality and balance of their work and family lives, and to help them prepare for their futures.

Retirement Plans
Health Care Plan and Dental Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Account
Commuter Benefit Plan
FIT Tuition Exemption Program

For a full list of FIT benefits, visit our benefits webpage .

Pay Equity by State Employers

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

FIT is firmly committed to creating an environment that will attract and retain people of diverse racial and cultural backgrounds. By providing a learning and working environment that encourages, utilizes, respects, and appreciates the full expression of every individual's ability, the FIT community fosters its mission and grows because of its rich, pluralistic experience. FIT is committed to prohibiting discrimination, whether based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military service status, genetic information, pregnancy, familial status, citizenship status (except as required to comply with law), or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. FIT is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, including the opportunity for upward mobility for all qualified individuals. Applications from minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Inquiries regarding FIT's non-discrimination policies may be directed to the Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator, 212 217.3360, titleix@fitnyc.edu.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Requirements

This position will be required to constantly read and comprehend, occasionally perform calculations, constantly verbally communicate, frequently analyze, and constantly write. The working conditions for this position will be on campus primarily in an office environment or residence hall. The physical requirement for this position will require occasional sitting, constant standing, occasional bending, frequent walking, and occasional lifting 10 lbs. or less.

Application Instructions:

In order to be considered for the position, you must submit the following documents online:

Resume
Cover letter
Unofficial Transcript
A list of three references with telephone numbers and email addresses

Returning Applicants- Login to your FITNYC Careers Account to check your completed application.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact each applicant individually regarding his or her application status.

Additional information about the Fashion Institute of Technology can be found at: http://www.fitnyc.ed u

About Fashion Institute of Technology:

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), part of the State University of New York and an internationally renowned college of art, design, business and technology with a strong emphasis on liberal arts, invites applications for a Coordinator of Community Standards and Student Leadership in the Residential Life Department. FIT Residential Life houses approximately 2,300 undergraduate students living within 4 residence halls comprising traditional and apartment style housing.

Coordinator of Community Standards and Student Leadership, Residential Life