Associate Dean and Director of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity

Associate Dean and Director of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity

Benefits of
working at VCU

All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes: comprehensive health
benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefit, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred
annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement,
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Job Code 25411Y
Recruitment Pool All Applicants
Posting
Number req6955
Unit Student Affairs (Vice Provost) MBU
Department VCU Division of
Student Affairs
Department Website Link https://conduct.students.vcu.edu/
Location VCU
Address 907 Floyd Ave,
Richmond, VA 23284 USA
Duties & Responsibilities

Reporting to the Associate Vice President and Dean of Student
Advocacy, the Associate Dean and Director of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity (SCAI) assumes a senior leadership role in the Dean of
Student Advocacy Office, responsible for leading and overseeing all functions and strategic planning for the university’s Student Conduct
and Honor Systems. The Associate Dean and Director also serves as a member of the Student Affairs Leadership Team (SALT), serves on
divisional and university-wide committees as assigned, and will work directly with the Vice President of Student Affairs to serve as the
campus representative for all matters related to the Office of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity.

The role of the Associate Dean
and Director of SCAI encompasses leading innovative and robust strategic planning initiatives, underpinned by a comprehensive assessment
plan designed to facilitate data-driven and evidence-based decision-making. This strategic planning endeavor will culminate in the
formulation of standard operating procedures for the Office of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity, delineating the methodology by which
the university administers the Code of Conduct, emphasizing student learning, ethical decision-making, and the promotion of a positive
culture of integrity and accountability.

Integral to this role is the regular reporting and communication of monthly data points
directly to the Associate Vice President and Dean of Student Advocacy. Furthermore, when necessary, these data points will be shared with
key campus stakeholders on a monthly basis, ensuring transparency, informed decision-making, and fostering a collaborative environment among
university leadership and community members.

The Associate Dean and Director will supervise a dedicated team of student conduct
educators who prioritize student development and education throughout the conduct process. These educators are committed to providing
prompt, fair, and impartial resolutions, balancing both the interests of the individual student and the larger university community, while
fostering an environment that supports academic achievement and personal growth.

The Associate Dean and Director must have a strong
working knowledge of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity, Clery, Restorative Justice, Title IX, and Hazing Education, and remain up to
date on local, regional, and national laws/mandates impacting student conduct. This role requires the ability to adapt quickly and pivot as
necessary.

Campus Collaboration & Partnerships
A critical aspect of this role is forging and maintaining functional and
healthy working relationships across campus, including but not limited to Fraternity and Sorority Life, Academic Units, Academic Deans, and
other key campus partners. The Assistant Dean and Director must proactively collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrative leaders to
support student success, promote a culture of integrity, and align conduct and academic integrity policies with the university’s educational
mission.

The Associate Dean and Director of SCAI will engage in other duties as assigned by the Associate Vice President and Dean of
Student Advocacy and the Vice President of Student Affairs, supporting initiatives that advance the mission of the office and the
division.

This position may be required to serve in a nightly and weekend on-call capacity.

General
Information
Reports directly to the Associate Vice President and Dean of Student Advocacy

Serves as a member of the Dean of
Student Advocacy Leadership Team

Serves as a member of the Student Affairs Leadership Team

Participates in divisional
committees to advance strategic goals

Performs other duties as assigned by the Associate Vice President and Dean of Student Advocacy
and the Vice President of Student Affairs

Makes reports, conducts assessment, presentations and provide data for the VCU Cabinet as
requested

Serves on the Dean of Students on-call rotation

Qualifications

Minimum Hiring
Standards:

A master’s degree or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field such as higher education administration,
counseling, student affairs, or a related discipline.
Four to six year six years in higher education working with student conduct and
academic integrity
Experience in a leadership role within a student affairs or student conduct setting
Knowledge of relevant and
current trends in Student Conduct, Academic Integrity, Clery, Title IX, Hazing, and Restorative Justice models.
Demonstrated experience
in strategic planning, data-driven decision-making, and formulating standard operating procedures.
Previous experience in providing
leadership and direction to a team.
Supervisory experience, especially in managing teams focused on student advocacy or related
functions.
Demonstrated experience in fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment and commitment to do so as a staff
member at VCU.

Preferred Hiring Standards:

A doctorate degree in a relevant field such as higher education
administration, counseling, student affairs,
Significant experience in a leadership role within a student conduct. .
Demonstrated
experience in strategic planning, data-driven decision-making, and formulating standard operating procedures.
Previous experience in
providing leadership and direction to a team.
Supervisory experience, especially in managing teams focused on student conduct or related
functions
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with various stakeholders,
including campus leadership and external partners.
Experience in restorative justice models
Experience with current trends and
practices related to Artificial Intelligence
Experience with navigating a departmental rebrand.
Knowledge of effective mechanisms for
issue resolution and a commitment to active listening.
Proficiency in utilizing data for decision-making.
Experience in compiling and
presenting data points to inform leadership and stakeholders.
Ability to cultivate partnerships and collaborative efforts both internally
and externally to enhance the effectiveness of the office.

FLSA University Employee
Job FTE 100

Exemption Status Exempt
Restricted Position No
E-Class UF – University
Employee FT
Job Category University Employee
ORP Eligible Yes
Salary Range
Commensurate with experience
Compensation Type Salaried
Target Hire Date 5/9/2025
Contact Information for Candidates

Dr. Gabe Willis
willisg@vcu.edu

Documents Needed to Apply Resume, cover letter, names & contact
information for 3 professional references