Student Conduct & Hearing Officer (2026-27 SY)

JEFFERSON RISE CHARTER SCHOOL

Harvey, Louisiana  |  Grades 6-12  |  2026-2027 School Year

School Overview

Founded in 2014, Jefferson RISE is a tuition-free public charter school serving nearly 800 students in grades 6-12 in Harvey, Louisiana. At Jefferson RISE, we believe every student deserves a real path forward. Whether that means a four-year university, a skilled trade, the military, entrepreneurship, or something else entirely, our job is to make sure every student graduates prepared and ready. We get there through rigorous academics, strong relationships, consistent accountability, and a genuine commitment to each student's individual success.

Our student body reflects the diversity of the Westbank:

• We have a diverse population of students based on race and ethnicity:
  • 61% Black/African American
  • 16% Hispanic
  • 14% Middle Eastern
  • 6% White (Non-Middle Eastern)
  • 2% Asian
  • 1% Other
• 87% qualify as economically disadvantaged
• 13% Students with Disabilities
• 4% English Learners

Recent Achievements:

• Top Gains Award - Louisiana Department of Education (2023-24 SY)
• Average graduation rate of 98% since our first graduating class in 2022
• #6 for SPS Growth in Louisiana - High School: B rating, Middle School: C rating (2022-23 SY)
• Continued SPS growth: 72.5 in 2023-24 and 73.9 in 2024-25

Schedule and Calendar:

As a charter school, Jefferson RISE sets its own academic calendar and daily schedule based on the needs of its students. Teachers generally work from mid-July (beginning with professional development before students arrive) through late May. New 10-month staff members will report on July 20th, 2026 for Summer Professional Development.

Workdays are generally 7:10 AM-3:45 PM, Monday through Friday. Mondays extend to 4:30 PM and include mandatory Professional Development time. Anticipated school hours and days vary annually based on changes to the school calendar.

Position Title: Student Conduct & Hearing Officer 

Position Information:

• Department: Student Intervention and Support 
• Reports to: MTSS Coordinator 
• Work Schedule: 10-month (mid/late July - mid/late May)
• Employment Type: Full time, Exempt
• Location: Harvey, LA
• Start Date: July 20th, 2026

Position Summary

Jefferson RISE Charter School is seeking a highly organized, objective, and detail-oriented Student Conduct & Hearing Officer to serve as the school's primary investigator and hearing officer responsible for ensuring the fair, consistent, and timely application of student conduct policies and procedures.

The Student Conduct & Hearing Officer conducts investigations, reviews evidence, determines findings, assigns disciplinary outcomes, supervises accountability measures, and maintains accurate records related to student conduct matters. This position protects instructional time and supports school safety through objective decision-making, procedural integrity, and consistent implementation of school policies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Investigation and Fact Finding

• Conduct investigations involving major student conduct violations
• Interview students, staff, and witnesses and collect relevant evidence
• Review written statements, video footage, and supporting documentation
• Determine findings based on evidence and established school policies
• Maintain complete, accurate, and defensible records of investigations and outcomes
• Ensure investigations are completed thoroughly, within established timelines, and meet all legal compliance requirements

Student Conduct Administration and Accountability Measures

• Apply student conduct policies consistently and objectively
• Determine and assign disciplinary outcomes aligned to school policies and procedures
• Facilitate disciplinary conferences, hearings, and resolution meetings
• Coordinate and supervise student accountability and intervention sessions, and other assigned disciplinary consequences including but not limited to lunch detention, after-school detention, Saturday behavior academy, etc.
• Maintain records regarding assigned consequences, attendance, completion, and compliance
• Communicate consequence assignments, expectations, and completion requirements to students and parent/guardians
• Monitor compliance with assigned disciplinary outcomes and determine appropriate follow-up actions when necessary
• Facilitate student reflection and accountability activities connected to disciplinary outcomes

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain complete and accurate student conduct records in all school student information systems
• Prepare investigation summaries, findings reports, and disciplinary documentation
• Ensure documentation meets school expectations and applicable legal requirements
• Maintain organized records and case files
• Support audits, reporting requirements, and documentation reviews as needed

Communication and Family Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact regarding major student conduct matters
• Communicate investigation findings and outcomes to students and families
• Conduct parent conferences and re-entry meetings
• Provide timely updates throughout the disciplinary process
• Support students and families in understanding expectations and accountability measures

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum of three years of experience working with adolescents in education, youth development, student services, investigations, compliance, social services, juvenile justice, or a related field
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage confidential information and exercise sound professional judgment
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides) 

• Experience developing dashboards, reports, and progress monitoring systems

Culture and Fit

• Believes accountability and support work together to improve student outcomes
• Approaches situations objectively and makes decisions based on evidence and established procedures
• Values consistency, fairness, and professionalism
• Communicates effectively with students, families, and colleagues
• Open to feedback and accountable for outcomes
• Collaborative, dependable, and committed to continuous improvement 

COMPENSATION

Jefferson RISE offers competitive compensation tied to performance and qualifications. We do not follow a traditional salary schedule - annual salaries reflect the outcomes teachers drive and the value they bring to students and the school.

• Annual Salary Ranges: $45,000 - $55,000 starting salary depending on degree level, certification, content, previous student outcomes, and experience
• Additional Stipends Available: Employees may be eligible for stipends or supplemental compensation for approved responsibilities that extend beyond the regular duties of their position. Examples may include athletic coaching, club sponsorship, leadership, special projects, additional workdays, extended hours, or other assigned duties. Eligibility and amounts are determined by the school and may vary from year to year.
• Raises and Bonuses: We believe exceptional performance should be recognized. Employees may be eligible for performance-based raises and bonuses. Eligibility and award amounts are determined based on demonstrated results, contributions to the organization, available funding, and other relevant factors.
• Paid twice monthly on the 15th and last day of each month

Benefits

All full-time employees receive the following employee-only coverage:

• Medical: RISE covers 85% of employee-only premiums; employee covers 15% (spouse and dependent costs are the employee's responsibility)
• Dental and Vision: 100% of employee-only premiums covered
• Short and Long-Term Disability: 100% of premiums covered
• 401(k): 100% employer match on first 3% deferred; 50% match on contributions from 3% to 5%; no vesting period

Jefferson RISE reserves the right to offer different or additional benefits at any time.