Hearing Officer

Job Title Hearing Officer Requisition Number RE55425 Working Title Student Responsibility Coordinator Department Name 1B420:Student Conduct Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 44 Salary Range $44,678-71,469/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education MA Required Related Experience 2 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements Requires handling of light-weight objects up to 10 pounds, some standing, walking, and sitting. Shift Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m; and with some nights and weekends. Job Summary The Student Responsibility Coordinator ( SRC ) serves as a hearing officer within the Office of Student Conduct and plays a critical role in supporting the University’s student accountability framework. This position is responsible for managing and adjudicating student and registered student organization conduct cases, facilitating conflict management processes, and applying university policies and procedures related to behavioral concerns. The SRC exercises sound judgment and attention to detail when reviewing incident reports, determining appropriate conduct processes, and assigning developmental sanctions aligned with university expectations and student needs. In addition to case management responsibilities, the Student Responsibility Coordinator develops and delivers educational programming and training related to the Code of Student Conduct, community expectations, and conflict resolution for students, staff, and campus partners. This role collaborates with stakeholders across the institution to promote understanding of conduct processes, support prevention efforts, and serve as a resource on complex student issues. The position also contributes to departmental operations, divisional initiatives, and university committees, supporting a coordinated and student-centered approach to safety, responsibility, and community standards. Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will have experience adjudicating student conduct cases and/or case management; be knowledgeable of student conduct administration and best practices; have demonstrated experience coordinating, implementing, and facilitating educational programs, presentations, and/or trainings; excellent interpersonal, critical thinking, decision making and verbal and written communication skills; strong attention to detail and planning and organizational skills; ability to demonstrate independent judgment regarding student issues. We are seeking a collaborative team player with high emotional intelligence. Experience with MS Windows, MS Office (Word, PowerPoint) and database management skills. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Bachelors degree required. Masters degree plus three or more years related experience in College Student Personnel or related field preferred. Deadline to Apply 09/02/2026 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. #J-18808-Ljbffr