Description

About the Opportunity

The University of Oklahoma (OU) is committed to providing the best possible educational experience for our students through excellence in teaching, research, and creative activity, and to serve the state and society. 

To directly advance this core mission, the Office of Student Conduct is seeking a Student Conduct Risk Manager and Prevention Specialist. This vital role, reporting to the Associate/Assistant Director, is instrumental in fostering a safe, productive, and prosperous environment necessary for student achievement across all three university campuses: Norman, Oklahoma City, and Tulsa. If you want to be a positive, transformative influence on student development and community standards, we encourage you to apply.

Learn more about the Office of Student Conduct here: https://www.ou.edu/studentconduct

What You'll Do: Key Responsibilities

As the Student Conduct Risk Manager and Prevention Specialist, you will be responsible for proactively managing risk and conduct processes for registered student organizations, including Greek Life. The position promotes a safe, inclusive campus environment through education, conflict resolution, and policy development.

• Risk Management & Conduct Oversight:
  • Utilizing an educational and developmental approach to foster organizational success and compliance, coordinate student organization misconduct processes, including educational conferences,, investigation review, charge determination, and sanction consultations.
  • Maintain accurate case records using a conduct management system (Maxient).
• Education & Outreach:
  • Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs and training for students and campus partners.
  • Develop outreach strategies, marketing tools, and educational materials (videos, blogs, brochures).
  • Through advising of students and advisors facilitate consultations and communication with organization leaders to develop, facilitate, and evaluate effective community events, trainings, and presentations around student organization risk management.
• Conflict Resolution Leadership:
  • Facilitate informal resolution processes.
  • Design, implement, and manage an integrated conflict resolution program including conflict coaching, facilitated restorative circles, and shape institutional policy.
• Collaboration & Partnerships:
  • Work closely with Student Life, Student Government Organization Services, and campus departments.
  • Build relationships with colleagues, campus, and community organizations and agencies to support programming and policy initiatives.
• Program Development & Evaluation:
  • Establish, collect, and analyze robust assessment data to identify community needs, program outcomes, and effectiveness.
  • Conduct research, benchmarking, and program assessments; recommend improvements.
  • Seek funding opportunities to expand programming.
• Administrative & Supervisory Duties:
  • Assist with shaping institutional policy and developing training and professional development for students and campus partners.
  • Provide light administrative support (scheduling, paperwork, travel arrangements).
  • Supervise up to 1.0 FTE student employees, including scheduling and accountability.
  • Prepare monthly reports and maintain records for compliance and reporting.

What's in it for You: Compensation & Benefits

On top of a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your total well-being:

• Generous Paid Time Off: Access to 14 paid holidays per year plus 1822 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued monthly.
• Financial Security: Excellent retirement options that require no contributions from you.
• Comprehensive Coverage: Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance plans for you and your family.

A full list of our benefits can be found here: https://hr.ou.edu/

Requirements

Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree AND:

• 12 months of experience in community outreach activities or health education.

Equivalency/Substitution: We will accept 48 months of related professional experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree for a total of 60 months of related experience.

Key Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team setting.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
  Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Expert knowledge and understanding of relevant federal, state, and local laws, policies, ordinances, and legislation impacting higher education (including FERPA, VAWA, Clery Act, Title IX).
• Ability to manage integrated conflict resolution programs (coaching, dialogue, circle processes).

Department Preferences:

• Master's degree in Higher Education Administration or related fields (e.g., Human Relations, Student Affairs, Educational Leadership, Conflict Resolution).

• Familiarity with student conduct management systems (Maxient preferred).

• Student Affairs, Student Organization Development and Support, Student Conduct, Student Life, and/or Residence Life experience.

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.