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Student Affairs Administrator, Lead

Botany and Plant Pathology Department at Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN Intern
POSTED ON 10/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/19/2025
Job Description

Job Summary

Provide leadership and coordination for all of University Residences in adjudicating student conduct. Liaisons with campus partners in Purdue Dining & Culinary, the Office of the Dean of Students, Office for Civil Rights, Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities, Office of Legal Counsel, Purdue University Police Department, and Student Legal Services on the Maxient software system used to protect, record, and document data needed for compliance with federal and state laws. Serve as the content matter expert for the unit in the areas of Clery compliance, conduct software management (this position will be the lead administrator working with Maxient corporate office), and due process related to student conduct. Lead innovative teams, enhance staff/student participation, and provide clear and timely communication related to complex conduct issues. Routinely review and coach other professional staff on their approach and outcomes related to student conduct. Foster a living environment supportive of the educational mission.

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree in higher education, human resources, management, counseling, social work, or related field.
  • 6 years of experience in conduct, student advocacy, student support, case management, or related field.
  • Ability to assess program effectiveness.
  • Effective rapport building and strong interpersonal skills, including excellent written, oral and presentation skills.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion in analyzing and resolving confidential and sensitive situations with minimal supervision.
  • Evidence of strong organizational and time management skills and ability to complete multiple tasks in a busy environment.
  • Ability to grasp knowledge of policies and procedures related to different aspects of student services.
  • Sensitivity to cultural, political, and geographical differences, with the ability to work well with a diverse student body.
  • Ability to discern appropriate level of communication with multiple audiences and maintain confidentiality around complex and sensitive issues to be in compliance with applicable ADA, FERPA, and other applicable state, federal, University guidelines.
  • Knowledge of college-student development issues and commitment to student service with a vested interest in staying abreast of research in the field of academic and student affairs.
  • Ability to analyze and report on compiled data.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office applications including PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
  • Flexibility in work assignments and work hours to include some evenings/weekends.

What Is Helpful

  • Master’s degree

Additional Information

  • To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary
  • https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/employeebenefits/benefits_enrollment/pdf/summaries/2023/Benefits-summary-Admin-Op-2023.pdf
  • Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
  • A background check will be required for employment in this position
  • FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
  • Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan

Who We Are At Purdue University

When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we’ve been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.

Education

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree

Experience

Minimum of 6 to 7 years of experience

FLSA Status

Exempt

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