Associate Director

Job Type: Officer of Administration Regular/Temporary: Regular Hours Per Week: 35 Salary Range: $75,700 - $85,000 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary University Life is a central division that supports all Columbia students by fostering an inclusive, connected University community across Columbia’s 17 schools and all campuses. We serve as a hub for student engagement, cross-school collaboration, and coordinated University-wide initiatives that strengthen the student experience. Our work is grounded in building trusted relationships across the institution so that students can access the resources, opportunities, and support systems they need to succeed. We advance student well-being, belonging, and personal development through programs, policies, and partnerships that encourage connection, leadership, and dialogue across diverse experiences and perspectives. Guided by our core values of connection, integrity, respect, service, and continuous learning, we are committed to creating environments where students feel welcomed, supported, and empowered throughout their academic journey. Through close collaboration with students, faculty, and staff, University Life champions a Columbia defined by inclusion, community citizenship, and holistic support;one where every student can participate fully in campus life and contribute meaningfully to our shared University community. The Center for Student Success & Intervention (CSSI) provides a comprehensive, 360° model integrating Student Conduct, Student Support Management, and Operations/Training. CSSI partners with all Columbia schools to triage referrals, provide clear process guidance, and remove barriers to student persistence through basic-needs support and developmentally focused interventions. Grounded in evidence-based practice and its core values of student success, integrity, accountability, and community engagement, CSSI upholds community standards while advancing equitable student outcomes. The Associate Director of Student Conduct reports to the Director of Student Conduct. The Associate Director of Student Conduct is responsible for supporting students in maintaining a safe, honest, and responsible campus community by responding to all reports of academic and behavioral misconduct. The Associate Director, along with other members of the Student Conduct team, conducts Dean’s Discipline hearings in a manner that holds students accountable and supports learning and development. The Associate Director regularly communicates and collaborates with staff members across the Columbia University community on the Morningside, Manhattanville and CUIMC campuses. In addition to hearing cases, the incumbent is responsible for special projects or assignments, committee involvement, trainings and presentations, faculty outreach, etc. Responsibilities Student Conduct Case Adjudication : Respond to allegations of academic and behavioral misconduct through the Dean’s Discipline process, which emphasizes accountability and education. This includes the review of reports received, any necessary investigative measures, leading disciplinary hearings, documentation, and, as necessary, implementation of sanctions ranging from disciplinary warning through expulsion from the University. Case-dependent, the Associate Director may also communicate regarding case outcomes to family, faculty, and other University staff, including the Dean of a student’s college. Collaboration and Communication: Serve as the Student Conduct departmental liaison for Schools on the CUIMC Campus, as well as Columbia Morningside and Manhattanville Graduate and Professional Schools, to ensure successful implementation of the Dean’s Discipline process for their respective schools. Assist the Director of Student Conduct in implementing the Dean’s Discipline process for the undergraduate community through collaboration with various departments, including but not limited to Residential Life, Fraternity and Sorority Life, Center for Student Advising, Columbia Athletics, and Undergraduate Student Life, to address student conduct issues within the undergraduate community. Serve as departmental representative for University Committees as needed. Supervision : The Associate Director may supervise at least one Student Conduct Specialist, overseeing their professional development and performance appraisals. The Associate Director provides oversight to the Coordinator in their implementation of the Dean’s Discipline Process. Education, Program Development & Training: Through professional organization involvement and independent research, the Associate Director is responsible for staying current on trends and issues related to the field of student conduct. The Associate Director is responsible for applying or integrating new theories and practices to related services and programs. The Associate Director will collaborate with other CSSI teams to provide information and training using case statistics to educate administrators, student groups, and student leaders on student conduct trends and issues, as well as topics including, but not limited to: Dean’s Discipline, academic integrity, conflict resolution, incident reporting and documentation, policies, and sanctioning. Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's degree is required and a minimum of four years of related experience in the areas of student conduct, residence life, and/or alcohol and other drug education. Advanced degree preferred in Higher Education, Student Personnel Administration, Counseling, Law or related field. Must demonstrate dedication to the principles and values of the field of Student Conduct and have an understanding of FERPA, Clery, Anti-Hazing, and other laws pertaining to student conduct. Must be comfortable working in a dynamic, urban, fast-paced, detail-oriented environment. Excellent analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to exercise superior judgment and discretion, are required. Proven ability to handle multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail must be shown. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents. #J-18808-Ljbffr