Student Affairs Officer

Compensation :

$50,752-$63,430 Compensation Type :

Salary Employment Type :

Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40 Grade : E04 Department :

E04 Department : Student Advising

Student Advising

Position Summary

Oversees student conduct at Santa Fe Community College. Must be committed to serving a diverse college community. Actively participates in and contributes to continuous quality improvement.

This position is eligible for a hybrid remote work schedule. Duties & Responsibilities

Communicates preventative educational aspects of the student conduct process and educates students about appropriate behavior expectations.

Provides information and training to faculty on managing disruptive student behavior.

Investigates student conduct cases and recommends appropriate conduct resolution.

Monitors and tracks disciplinary cases to safeguard fair procedures and timely disposition; reports all cases to Behavior Intervention Team (BIT) to detect cross-campus offenders;

works with BIT to develop conflict resolution alternatives; identify intervention where appropriate.

Provides disciplinary records clearance to investigative inquires by outside agencies.

Works collaboratively to develop and implement cross campus communication for all cases from initial contact, investigative conclusions, and case follow-up including Title IX cases.

Serves as the administrator of Maxient, conduct manager tool.

Manages a case load of students including follow-up contact and necessary interventions as needed.

Assists in handling student issues, including grade appeals and other processes.

Serves as a resources for college staff in solving student issues : develops strategies for interaction between faculty and staff to meet student needs while improving completion.

Works closely with the Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of program management and evaluation;

Knowledge of the judicial review process.

Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations.

Knowledge of academic standards governing the student population.

Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.

Knowledge of campus resources available to students.

Skill in conflict resolution.

Skill in decision making and problem solving.

Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Ability to perform complex task, analyze and solve problems and prioritize

Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.

Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information

Minimum Qualifications :

Masters degree in social work, counseling or related field.

Three (3) years experience related to student services and / or conduct.

Equivalent related experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual, English / Spanish

Experience using Banner software.

Experience in higher education, community college setting, preferred.

Formal Title IX training.

Physical Demands

The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching or stooping.

The work is typically performed in an office.

Work Hours

Typically 8 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m., Monday through Friday. May be required to work after hours and / or weekends.

Best Consideration Date : 05 / 28 / 2024

Required Documents for Applying :

Resume / CV

Cover Letter

Unofficial Transcripts

Notice of Background Check and Education Verification :

All offers for employment with Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) are contingent upon the candidate having successfully completed a criminal background check.

Some positions may require further educational verification to ensure compliance with our accreditation standards.

Additional Comments to Applicants :

Applications are disqualified in the first level of review if they do not meet all Minimum Qualifications listed in this job posting.

Years of experience are calculated based upon numbers of hours worked per week. Example : 2 years of experience working 20 hours per week equals 1 year of experience.

Relevant experience pertains to Minimum Qualifications, Job Summary / Basic Function, and Preferred Qualifications / Knowledge, Skills and Abilities described in this job posting.

ASSUMPTIONS ARE NOT MADE at any level of SFCC’s Hiring Process if information presented in the application material does not clearly address the Minimum Qualifications, Job Summary / Basic Function, and Preferred Qualifications / Knowledge, Skills and Abilities.

Number of pages of application material will not negatively / positively affect your application, however, LACK OF DETAIL may.

Diversity Statement :

As Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) neighbors ancient Pueblo lands, and is a Sanctuary campus in a Sanctuary city, SFCC is committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified and richly diverse faculty and staff.

Our students need a community to teach and support them and that represents their diversity. SFCC strives to make our campus a place of safety, inclusion and equity where all individuals from all diverse backgrounds feel welcomed, nurtured and valued.

At the heart of SFCC’s mission Empower Students, Strengthen Community. Empoderar a los Estudiantes, Fortalecer a la Comunidad is a commitment and promise that higher education and opportunity should be open to everyone in our community and to fostering a climate where students can be who they want to be.

A place where all within our community belong. A place where you are seen, a place where you are valued, a place where you are respected, a place where you are appreciated.

Come join our community!

EEO Statement :

As an EEO employer, Santa Fe Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation.

Santa Fe Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.