Student Resolution Officer
In order to ensure your application is received by NAIT for thorough review and consideration, please apply directly through our Careers site at www.nait.ca/careers
Please Note: This is a casual temporary position for a 1-year duration.
Reporting to the Manager, Office of Student Conduct and Accountability the Student Resolution Officer provides leadership, vision and direct oversight of the student conduct process, while playing a critical role in facilitating fair process.
The work is carried out through ensuring a consistent and seamless response to non-academic incidents requiring informal resolution, intervention, or formal investigation, ensuring procedural fairness, while determining responsibility and outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Facilitate Alternative Despite Resolution processes related to student conduct and conflict.
Investigate and adjudicate alleged student-related conflicts and conduct complaints.
Advise staff and students on resolution pathways related to student misconduct and facilitate resolutions as appropriate.
Establish and enhance relationships with campus stakeholders.
Balance safety of the community with the goal of promoting student development, holistic student success, and learning.
Facilitate presentations and training.
Provide expertise and advice regarding procedural matters, including appeals.
Research and interpret best practices, trends and relevant legislation/laws.
Serve as a resource to others adjudicating academic misconduct.
Skills & Abilities:
Conflict resolution, negotiation, investigative report writing skills.
Ability to create safe spaces where individuals feel comfortable to participate.
Knowledge of legal/regulatory requirements governing the student conduct process.
Knowledge of procedures related to student conduct.
Knowledge of principles of natural justice administrative fairness, and restorative practice.
Knowledge of legislated human rights.
Knowledge of FOIP.
Knowledge of current issues and best practices in the field of student affairs, judicial affairs, case management, behavioral intervention, risk assessment, campus safety, and workplace violence.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in a related field. For example, judicial studies, leadership, adult education, or psychology. Master's Degree preferred.
Specialized training/experience in conflict resolution. For example, ADR (alternative dispute resolution), violence risk management, restorative justice, sexual violence prevention.
3-5 years of related experience working with judicial or quasi-judicial processes.
Experience in a Post-Secondary institution in an advising (or related role) is an asset.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).
Remuneration: $43.60 - $57.76 hourly
Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.
About NAIT
We are proud to have been named one of Alberta's Top Employers for 14 consecutive years. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT's culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.
NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.
NAIT is committed to fostering an environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at careers@nait.ca.
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