Director of Community Standards

Engineering a world of possibilities

Join a dynamic student affairs team dedicated to creating a thriving campus environment. The Director of Community Standards serves as the institutional leader for the student conduct process, overseeing all conduct-related operations, policies, and procedures. You'll help shape a culture of integrity, accountability, and belonging while guiding students through meaningful learning and development opportunities. This role requires on campus presence in Golden, Colorado.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Under the supervision of the Dean of Students, the Director of Community Standards will oversee all operations, policies, and procedures related to the Student Code of Conduct process. The Director of Community Standards will supervise the Assistant Director of Community Standards and provide guidance and direction to other conduct staff members in Residence Life, SAIL, and Academic Affairs. This position provides vision, planning, and execution on initiatives hosted in the Office of Community Standards and in Student Life. The Director will provide the Office more opportunities to create and implement productive proactive and responsive opportunities for students, staff, and faculty, to remain focused on integrity, accountability, and positive community experiences.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervision

• Serve as the supervisor to the Assistant Director of Community Standards and provide day-to-day support and leadership to Assistant Director. This role will support the Assistant Director in providing guidance to other conduct case managers in Student Life and Academic Affairs.
• Provide training and professional development to all conduct case resolution managers in Community Standards and Student Life.
• Coordinate resolutions in organizational conduct matters in SAIL, supervise conduct process in SAIL matters
• Recruit and train, and evaluate the Assistant Director of Community Standards using Mines and ASCA best practices

Case Management

• Manage and maintain centralized records and data systems (Maxient), manage communication to involved parties of each conduct case, monitor and appropriately close cases in a timely manner
• Serve as a case resolution manager for conduct cases that are elevated or critical for on-campus and/or off-campus policy violations which include individual cases, student organization cases, and hazing investigations
• Chair the Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) with the Director of Student Outreach and Support (SOS) by hosting weekly meetings, creating weekly agendas, maintaining records, creating and implementing BIT procedures, and providing professional development opportunities to BIT members
• Assist the Dean of Students in hearing conduct appeals
• Lead all aspects of the Academic Misconduct Appeal process
• Serve as the main point of contact and administrator for all arrests and police reports/referrals
• Serve as a decision-maker of TIX cases including sexual misconduct, harassment, retaliation, and discrimination
• Serve as main point of contact for all conduct case management at Mines
• Work in collaboration with Mines Public Safety, Mines Health Center (Health & Wellness Promotions, Counseling Center), SOS, Residence Life, SAIL, CASA, Human Resources and other campus partners to support students in BIT and/or in the conduct process through creative educational outcomes, workshop development, etc.

Assessment, Research, and Administrative Tasks

• Report on trends related to Student Code of Conduct and academic integrity to key stakeholders. Stay updated on trends through ASCA and NABITA governing bodies
• Connect with peer institutions and research best practices for conduct case management and sanctioning
• Support, promote, and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion in one’s work, and use data to support decision-making
• Provide Maxient training and access to BIT members and conduct resolution managers, as well as maintain Maxient Level 5 users for yearly clean-up and check-ins on the Maxient system

Planning and Development

• Develop and implement long-term goals and initiatives in Community Standards and in partnership with other stakeholders
• Make updates to the Student Code of Conduct at least every two years in collaboration with students and staff
• Strengthen relationships with local community stakeholders (City of Golden, Jefferson County DA’s Office) to support Mines students navigating criminal processes and conduct processes
• Serve on boards, committees, taskforces, and working groups as delegated by the role Community Standards plays on campus and by the Dean of Students
• Manage strategic plan for the Community Standards Office, while also furthering future Mines initiatives, which may include Restorative Justice expansion at Mines, additional educational sanctions, conflict management resource expansion
• Guide the Office of Community Standards through a known mission and vision, with continual assessment to ensure the office is meeting its mission
• Manage a budget of $10,000+ each year for the Office, with additional funds for BIT/NABITA training allocation
• Responsible for creating and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures for any conduct case managers, and campus partnerships

Additional responsibilities

• Volunteer for large-scale Student Life and institution programs and events
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:                                                                                                  

• At least three years of professional experience working with students in the conduct process in a higher education system, including on and off-campus conduct concerns
• Master’s degree in higher education administration, student affairs administration, educational leadership, law, or a related field
• Supervision experience
• Demonstrated comfortability in having difficult conversations with students
• Proficiency in record-keeping, data management, and assessment skills
• Familiarity with writing and editing policies and procedures
• Up-to-date on most relevant conduct concerns facing higher education through involvement in ASCA, ACPA, NASPA, etc.
• High level of teamwork and communication skills with campus staff, faculty, students, and family members
• A commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, access, and equity in one’s work
• Strong interpersonal, listening, verbal and written communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Three or more years of professional experience adjudicating student conduct cases and academic integrity issues in a higher education setting
• Master’s degree in higher education administration, student affairs administration, educational leadership, law, or a related field, from an accredited institution of higher education
• Demonstrated progressive experience of adjudicating student conduct cases rising to the level of suspension and/or expulsion
• Experience in writing and influencing policy and procedural change
• NABITA BIT Certification
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, ability to build rapport quickly, and history of working collaboratively with others
• Outstanding administrative skills, program evaluations, record keeping, and attention to detail
• Ability to train and educate a variety of stakeholders on conduct proceedings
• Experience or training in restorative justice and/or restorative practices

Salary and Benefits

$85,000 - $92,000 annual salary rate

Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate’s education, training and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.

Colorado School of Mines offers a robust portfolio of benefits for all employees. For this role, that includes:

• Flexible health and dental care options
• Generous sick/vacation time: 13 paid holidays per year – including a week-long winter break for entire campus.
• Fully vested retirement plan on first day of employment, with generous employer contribution
• Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents)
• RTD Ecopass for free regional light rail and bus transportation

All Mines employees also have access to discount programs through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines Athletics home games, as well as access to the state of the art Recreation Center (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more) and equipment rentals through the Outdoor Rec Center. We are proud to have recently opened an on campus daycare center. For more details about benefits at Mines, visit mines.edu/human-resources/benefits.

How to Apply

Priority review of applications will begin on November 9, 2026. For full consideration, apply by November 8, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. as applications received after that date may not be reviewed. Complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, veteran status), and

• Upload a resume or CV
• Upload a cover letter

Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position now nor in the future.

This posting may be used to fill more than one vacancy based on business needs.References will not be contacted until later in the selection process and you will be informed before that contact is made. Successful completion of a background investigation is required for this position.

About Mines & Golden, CO

When the world looks for answers, the world looks to Mines.

Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public university solving the grand challenges facing our society, particularly those related to the Earth, energy and the environment. Founded in 1874 with specialties in mining and metallurgy, Mines’ scope and mission have continually expanded to meet the needs of industry and society. Today, we are the No. 40 public university in the nation, recognized for our innovation and undergraduate teaching in science, technology engineering and math (U.S. News and World Report, 2026).

Mines graduates are change makers, boundary breakers and problem solvers. Since our earliest days, a Mines education has been and continues to be a transformational opportunity, with one of the strongest returns on investment out there for talented STEM students of all backgrounds.

At the same time, Mines faculty members are pushing their fields in new directions, whether that’s manufacturing, space resources, quantum engineering, carbon capture or more. Mines was recently classified as a R1 “Very High Activity” research institution by Carnegie, a notable feat for any university but particularly one of our size.

That size – roughly 8,200 undergraduate and graduate students – also translates to a close-knit campus community, where employees have opportunities to get involved in multiple ways, continued professional learning is valued and everyone can make an impact.

Community Alliance groups bring together employees for professional development, networking, and community involvement, and all Mines employees also have access to the wealth of activities happening every day on campus – nationally-renowned speakers, special events and Mines traditions like Engineering Days, just to name a few.

And don’t get us started on our hometown. We are located in the heart of Golden, Colorado --with its charming historic downtown and nearby hiking trails – and in close proximity to all that Denver and the Rocky Mountains have to offer. That includes the sunny, high-altitude climate and outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities that make the Denver area an ideal place to live, work and play.

Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world’s problems and educating the next generation of change makers? Are you an individual who values a community where our individual perspectives and experiences enrich the educational and work experience?

Look to Mines.

Additional Information and Reasonable Accommodation Requests
It is the intent of Mines to comply with the applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and their implementation rules and regulations, in support of equal opportunities for qualified applicants with disabilities. To meet this goal, Mines will make reasonable accommodations during the employment selection process and within our working environment.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on our site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our Human Resources team at [email protected] or 303.273.3250 for assistance.

Successful completion of a background investigation may be required for this position.

Equal Opportunity

Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.

Mines’ commitment to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a talented student body and workforce.

Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequality or concerns for safety.

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