Join a vibrant campus community whose excellence is reflected in its diversity and student success. West Chester University, a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education invites applications for the position of Coordinator for Community Standards (SUA 2).
   
West Chester University, a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, is a public, comprehensive institution committed to offering high-quality undergraduate education, selected post-baccalaureate and graduate programs, and a variety of educational and cultural resources for its students, alumni, and citizens of southeastern Pennsylvania. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good. 
  
WCU proudly offers a positive and purposeful work environment; comprehensive employee benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance along with many wellness programs; a commitment to work-life balance including generous paid vacation, paid sick time, military leave and paid time off for most major holidays; and a University mission to support employee personal and professional growth including a tuition waiver for self and family members, training and development, and advancement opportunities.
  
Residence Life and Housing provides an environment of learning which fosters ongoing holistic development for all community members by creating and sustaining inclusive communities rooted in ethical decision making and intentional and supportive connections. The Residence Life and Housing team is committed to developing a caring, vibrant, student-centered residential experience for over 5,000 students living in on-campus residence halls and apartments.
 
Reporting to the Assistant Director for CARE and Community Standards (ADCS), the Coordinator for Community Standards (CCS) helps to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all identities and backgrounds; promotes student learning and success; and fosters understanding and accountability for residential community standards. This position is live-off and requires the ability to work occasional nights or weekends.
 
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills; experience working with Student Conduct Offices and hearings, and the ability to collaborate with campus partners to support student success and inclusion, equity, and diversity.
 
 Responsibilities include: 

• Serve as a University Hearing Officer for informal conduct meetings, formal university board hearings, and group misconduct cases under direction from the Office of Student Conduct
• Document CARE related concerns including referrals   
• Prepare and distribute appropriate adjudication correspondence using protocols established jointly by RLH and the Office of Student Conduct
• Maintain understanding of current Title IX, Title IV, Title II, Clery Act, Campus SaVE, and FERPA, and other legislation  
• Provide focused attention on communication and education regarding student rights and responsibilities for living in a residential community 
• Provide leadership during times of crisis in and adjacent to the residential community
• Provide support and intervention necessary to mediate, manage and resolve crisis incidents and conflicts
• Plan and implement proactive education, outreach, and interventions regarding health, safety, and wellbeing 
• Collaborate with campus partners including Health Services, Public Safety, Office of Student Conduct, Counseling Center, and Wellness Promotion to implement education, programs, and services
• Collaborate with Area Coordinators for specialized outreach to various populations including first year students, first generation students, returning students
• Collaborate with department staff to organize training and in-service sessions including participation in recruitment, selection, and training for department student leaders for fall, spring, and summer trainings
• Provide support for residential openings and closings including check-in, check-out policies and processes during fall, spring breaks, and summer
• Helps to maintain staff manuals, protocols, and other documents supporting housing and residence life operations, programs, and services   
•  Lead or support department-wide committees and advise resident student organizations 
• Serve as a role model for all hall staff and residents in personal and professional behaviors 
• Participate on Division-wide committees and on division-wide programs and events
• Practice ethical stewardship of university resources
• Other duties as assigned 

• Bachelor?s Degree 
• Two years of experience in Residence Life and Housing or a related field working with students in education or supporting college age students. (Graduate Experience is acceptable) 
• Availability to work occasional nights or weekends 

• Master's Degree preferred in Higher Education or related field 
• Experience as a hearing officer or working within a Student Conduct Office 
• Experience working in case management software such as Maxient 
• Experience implementing training programs

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