Student Accountability Specialist

Located in the heart of the Niagara Region – just minutes from one of the world’s most well-known tourism destinations – Niagara College offers more than 130 innovative programs between our campuses in Welland and Niagara-on-the-Lake. Since opening its doors in 1967, Niagara College has grown to become a leader in education and training and one of the most enterprising colleges in Canada.

Applications are invited for the 2-year contract position of Student Accountability Specialist in the Campus Community Safety Division, located at the Welland Campus. The salary range is $88,985 to $111,230 per year.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Campus Community Safety, the Student Accountability Specialist (SAS) is responsible for investigations of non-academic student issues, including sexual violence investigations, and investigations involving complex cases. Within this role, the Student Accountability Specialist will address student behaviour in a developmental/educational manner with the goal of fostering the basis for good citizenship which includes civility, responsibility and respect. The candidate will work closely with the Senior Director to research and develop policies and processes that will reflect the needs of Niagara College.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Preliminary and formal investigations and adjudication of non-academic student behaviour
• Provide consultations, advice, support and tools to faculty, Associate Deans, and Deans on how to manage high risk student cases (e.g. behaviour witnessed in classroom that is highly sensitive, high risk)
• Investigate and adjudicate incidents of sexual and gender-based violence and harassment and discrimination
• Issue and monitor sanctions and educational requirements
• Manage records, information and reporting 
• Develop and present workshops and training for the College community on topics such as the Student Code of Conduct, student disciplinary processes and conflict resolution techniques 
• Other duties and projects as required

Qualifications: 

• Four (4) year Degree in Criminal Justice, Education, Counselling, Social Work, Psychology or related field 
• Minimum five (5) years' experience with due process, rights and responsibilities applicable to student judicial work, trends related to student conduct and student at risk procedures within post-secondary environments
• Experience with conducting investigations with the principles of procedural fairness
• Knowledge of the Canadian Judicial System 
• Ability to handle heavy caseloads and multi-task based on priority/risk
• Effective interpersonal skills 
• Excellent oral, written, analytical and problem-solving skills

What we offer:

• Generous vacation time
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, paramedical services (massage therapy, acupuncture, naturopathy, psychotherapy and psychology)

Niagara College is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion within its community. We offer an inclusive work environment and welcome applications from all qualified individuals who believe they can contribute to further enhancing campus diversity and equity efforts. If requested, accommodations will be made to support applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process.

Note: Credentials obtained outside of Canada require an evaluation to determine the Canadian educational equivalence. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position as a condition of employment. For further information, visit: World Education Services http://www.wes.org/ca/.

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted