John Jay College of Criminal Justice

POSITION DETAILS

Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs, the Assistant Director of Student Conduct and Community Standards, supports the Division of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs (EMSA) initiatives for student engagement and judicial affairs. The Assistant Director is responsible for managing various processes including, but not limited to, records management, daily operations of student conduct and sanctioning, scheduling and training of hearing boards, and student/campus educational efforts.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Manage and monitor a secure and confidential database on student discipline cases including judicial hearings and resolutions.
• Develop and implement initiatives, programs, activities, publications, and workshops that will promote positive and responsible student conduct and community standards.
• In adherence with CUNY’s policies and procedures, investigate and resolve student related complaints referred to the Office of Student Conduct, conduct and document investigations, and advise students of their rights and responsibilities.
• Collaborate with the Title IX Coordinator on cases by sharing and exchanging relevant information, maintaining regular communication, and, upon designation, facilitating Title IX informal resolution mediations.
• Maintain records regarding confidential student disciplinary/appeals documentation.
• Ensure the establishment and training of the college’s faculty-staff disciplinary committee, in adherence with CUNY’s Bylaws, Article XV, and in partnership with relevant offices.
• Serve as a member of the College’s CARE team.
• Engage in the SAGE process (Systematic Approach to Guttman's Effectiveness) to assess the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards' programs and services and align to Guttman's strategic plan.
• Manage fiscal affairs of the office.
• As a member of Enrollment Management & Student Affairs, collaborate and assist with student related programming, strategic planning and initiatives, as needed.
• Serve on College Committees and may represent the College at pertinent CUNY-wide meetings as assigned.

About Guttman Community College:

The Stella and Charles Guttman Community College is a beacon of innovation and knowledge creation in higher education, a two-year college where evidence-based high-impact practices in curriculum design and delivery permeate the educational model and have yielded graduation rates that are the highest in CUNY’s community college sector and above the national average. Located in midtown Manhattan, Guttman draws a culturally diverse student body from across New York City and is a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution.

The College is committed to using a range of innovative approaches to achieve its goals and to improve student persistence, retention, completion, and transfer. The centerpiece of Guttman’s educational model is an integrated first- year core curriculum, where students examine current world issues and use New York City as a living text and laboratory. Thus, connecting information and concepts across multiple disciplines, contexts, and perspectives. This immersive approach equips Guttman students with the foundation of knowledge and skills essential to their intellectual, social, civic, and professional endeavors in and beyond the classroom. The College admitted its first cohort of 300 students in August 2012 and has established a bold goal to increase enrollment as informed by its new strategic plan (Guttman Forward 2028). Before applying, candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the Stella and Charles Guttman Community College website (www.guttman.cuny.edu) to learn more about the institution.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and four years' related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master’s Degree in Counseling, Education, Psychology, Social Work or a related area is preferred.
• Demonstrate knowledge of relevant higher education regulations that impact student conduct including, but not limited to, FERPA, Title IX, Clery Act, and VAWA.
• Experience managing and maintaining confidential case management systems
• Strong background in student development and restorative justice practices
• Experience in student conduct administration (e.g., experience working in student judicial affairs, community standards, or related compliance offices).
• Experience working with underprepared high school or college students and students from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Excellent conflict resolution and mediation skills
• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills to work and interact effectively, collaboratively, and cooperatively with a diverse community of learners, students, faculty and staff especially in a large centralized public university system

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

• Develops and implements programming, services, and learning opportunities for students, promoting the personal development of a diverse student population.
• Administers one or more student affairs programs, providing program management, assistance with policy development, supervision and training of all professional and support staff, budget monitoring, and report preparation
• Serves as a resource to student groups and/or populations as a consultant and advocate for their concerns
• Researches and stays current on higher education programs, trends, and issues with student impact
• Produces workshops and materials to support student programs; manages on-line communities; develops on-line social networking activities, and develops and maintains multimedia content on program web sites
• Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$61,831 - $76,937

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

Before applying, candidates are asked to visit the Stella and Charles Guttman Community College “Why Work at Guttman – Model Guttman Employee” website (https://guttman.cuny.edu/human-resources/prospective-employees/) to learn about the many attributes of the model employee for Guttman.

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID (31248) or Title (Assistant Director of Student Conduct & Community Standards). Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

In order to be considered for the position, candidates must upload as one document, by the closing date:

• A cover letter that highlights your education and experience and what would make you a Model Guttman Employee
• Resume/CV
• Contact information for 3 professional references.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

CLOSING DATE

November 25, 2025

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.