What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hearing Officer position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title
Hearing Officer
Requisition Number
RE54143
Working Title
Student Responsibility Coordinator
Department Name
1B420:Student Conduct
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
44
Salary Range
$43,805-70,075/year
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MA
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Requires handling of light-weight objects up to 10 pounds, some standing, walking, and sitting.
Shift
Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with some nights and weekends.
Job Summary
The Student Responsibility Coordinator (SRC) serves as a hearing officer within the Office of Student Conduct and plays a critical role in supporting the University’s student accountability framework. This position is responsible for managing and adjudicating student and registered student organization conduct cases, facilitating conflict management processes, and applying university policies and procedures related to behavioral concerns. The SRC exercises sound judgment and attention to detail when reviewing incident reports, determining appropriate conduct processes, and assigning developmental sanctions aligned with university expectations and student needs.
In addition to case management responsibilities, the Student Responsibility Coordinator develops and delivers educational programming and training related to the Code of Student Conduct, community expectations, and conflict resolution for students, staff, and campus partners. This role collaborates with stakeholders across the institution to promote understanding of conduct processes, support prevention efforts, and serve as a resource on complex student issues. The position also contributes to departmental operations, divisional initiatives, and university committees, supporting a coordinated and student-centered approach to safety, responsibility, and community standards.
Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will have experience adjudicating student conduct cases and/or case management; be knowledgeable of student conduct administration and best practices; have demonstrated experience coordinating, implementing, and facilitating educational programs, presentations, and/or trainings; excellent interpersonal, critical thinking, decision making and verbal and written communication skills; strong attention to detail and planning and organizational skills; ability to demonstrate independent judgment regarding student issues. We are seeking a collaborative team player with high emotional intelligence. Experience with MS Windows, MS Office (Word, PowerPoint) and database management skills.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Masters degree in higher education, social work, or related field. Experience working in student conduct processes.
Deadline To Apply
05/13/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Hearing Officer
Requisition Number
RE54143
Working Title
Student Responsibility Coordinator
Department Name
1B420:Student Conduct
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
44
Salary Range
$43,805-70,075/year
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MA
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Requires handling of light-weight objects up to 10 pounds, some standing, walking, and sitting.
Shift
Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with some nights and weekends.
Job Summary
The Student Responsibility Coordinator (SRC) serves as a hearing officer within the Office of Student Conduct and plays a critical role in supporting the University’s student accountability framework. This position is responsible for managing and adjudicating student and registered student organization conduct cases, facilitating conflict management processes, and applying university policies and procedures related to behavioral concerns. The SRC exercises sound judgment and attention to detail when reviewing incident reports, determining appropriate conduct processes, and assigning developmental sanctions aligned with university expectations and student needs.
In addition to case management responsibilities, the Student Responsibility Coordinator develops and delivers educational programming and training related to the Code of Student Conduct, community expectations, and conflict resolution for students, staff, and campus partners. This role collaborates with stakeholders across the institution to promote understanding of conduct processes, support prevention efforts, and serve as a resource on complex student issues. The position also contributes to departmental operations, divisional initiatives, and university committees, supporting a coordinated and student-centered approach to safety, responsibility, and community standards.
Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will have experience adjudicating student conduct cases and/or case management; be knowledgeable of student conduct administration and best practices; have demonstrated experience coordinating, implementing, and facilitating educational programs, presentations, and/or trainings; excellent interpersonal, critical thinking, decision making and verbal and written communication skills; strong attention to detail and planning and organizational skills; ability to demonstrate independent judgment regarding student issues. We are seeking a collaborative team player with high emotional intelligence. Experience with MS Windows, MS Office (Word, PowerPoint) and database management skills.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Masters degree in higher education, social work, or related field. Experience working in student conduct processes.
Deadline To Apply
05/13/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Salary : $43,805 - $70,075