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Boise State University

Location: BoiseID 83725 Document ID: AB153-4SN3 Posted on: 2017-04-2104/21/2017 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
Minimum Education: Bachelors2017-05-21
 

Academic Integrity Program Director

Position Overview

Boise State University, powered by creativity and innovation, stands uniquely positioned in the Northwest as a metropolitan research university of distinction. Academic Integrity is central to the mission and success of Boise State University, additionally as Boise State’s eCampus grows and online programs and courses become a mainstay of the university, specialized attention must be paid to new opportunities and challenges presented through online and distance education.  This position will support focus on these opportunities and challenges working with staff, faculty and students to assess current policy and practices, identifying and responding to incidents of academic misconduct and, when necessary, facilitate the conduct response within the Office of the Dean of Students.  Proactive education for faculty, staff and students to ensure all parties understand academic integrity as well as the requirements of Policy 2020 The Student Code of Conduct is also an integral part of this position.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Focusing on online education programs and courses, partner with the eCampus Center, online faculty and the Online Testing Center to support reporting instances of academic misconduct in part through the establishment of departmental liaisons and ongoing education regarding relevant policies. 
  • Meet with students, virtually, in person or via phone, to support their understanding of and participation within the conduct process related to academic integrity.   Conduct investigations when necessary to determine if policy violation has occurred and prescribe appropriate sanctions to reduce reoffending.  
  • Focusing on students, develop educational strategies to support a campus wide climate of academic integrity and compliance with Policy 2020 The Student Code of Conduct.
  • Develop strategies to communicate with a faculty about research based pedagogical practices to prevent occurrences of academic dishonesty. Consult with faculty on an as needed basis to promote adherence to policy and reporting academic misconduct.
  • Educate tutors and staff regarding the balance between providing academic assistance and academic misconduct, facilitate on going workshops or trainings as needed.
  • Supervise Graduate Assistant for Academic Integrity.
  • Conduct ongoing research in the field of academic integrity including effective pedagogical practices to reduce academic misconduct. 
  • Create and conduct assessment of current academic integrity practices.

 The ideal candidate will possess:

  • Knowledge of higher education academic integrity philosophies and practices.
  • Knowledge of online and distance learning and effective pedagogical strategies, or willingness to learn.
  • Understanding of student conduct best practices.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and balance the needs of multiple constituencies.
  • Ability to problem solve and work in ambiguous situations
  • Ability to facilitate difficult conversations with students, faculty, staff and parents.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse students, faculty, and staff.
  • Ability to assess students’ developmental stage in order to facilitate productive conversations and, at times, goal setting and accessing resources.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all records.
  • Ability to comprehend factual information, understand complex problems or written instructions and ability to explore alternative solutions.
  • Ability to effectively communicate through oral, nonverbal and written communication.
  • Ability to compose detailed case notes, reports, flyers and/or conduct oral presentations tailored to be appropriate for specific audiences.
  • Knowledge of the legal issues associated with student conduct and academic integrity.

Minimum Qualifications (Including Certificates and Licenses)

  • Bachelor's in Education, Psychology, Sociology, English or other related field or Equivalent.
  • 2 years of experience teaching college courses or working to promote academic integrity or responding to academic misconduct.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in Adult Education, Student Affairs, or Higher Education Administration or similar field.
  • Experience in higher education, interacting with students, faculty and staff.
  • Experience working with online education.
  • Multilingual
Submission Requirements
Please include a cover letter, resume, and three professional resumes with your application. Applications must be submitted by Friday, May 12, 2017.
 
Apply online at:  https://boisestate.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=170184&tz=GMT-06%3A00