Alternate Perspectives, Inc.
Student Personnel Officer:
Shape Student Success. Foster Positive Change.
Are you passionate about youth development, leadership, and student discipline management? Alternate Perspectives Inc. (API) is looking for a Student Personnel Officer to join the team. In this role, they oversee student behavior management, discipline, incentives, leadership programs, and student government initiatives in compliance with DOL and center policies.
If you want to be a part of a dynamic team that helps young people ages 16-24 years old, this job is for you! You will be a part of the nation's most successful youth training and education program, Job Corps, for the past 60 years.
What You'll Do:
- Lead Student Conduct & Behavior Management – Oversee the Behavior Management System, Code of Conduct, discipline, and incentives to promote a positive student environment.
- Ensure Fair & Consistent Discipline – Administer appropriate, fair, and consistent disciplinary actions while counseling students on behavior expectations.
- Support Student Leadership – Supervise the Student Government Association (SGA), peer courts, and leadership programs to foster student growth.
- Incident Management & Reporting – Monitor, coordinate, and submit Significant Incident Reports (SIRs) for behavior-related matters.
- Training & Staff Support – Conduct orientation and training sessions on student discipline policies for both students and staff.
- Audit & Compliance Oversight – Review and audit behavioral policies, compliance, and effectiveness of services while recommending improvements.
- Student Engagement & Motivation – Counsel and motivate students to develop strong personal, academic, and career habits.
- Collaboration Across Departments – Work closely with instructors, counselors, residential staff, and center leadership to ensure a unified approach to student success.
- Promote Career Success Standards – Model, monitor, and mentor students in leadership, responsibility, and professional behavior.
What We're Looking For:
- Post-secondary education credits OR 2+ years of experience working with youth (including 1 year in a supervisory role).
- Bachelor's degree preferred, but equivalent experience may be considered.
- Experience in student discipline, leadership programs, or behavior management.
- Strong written & verbal communication skills – Ability to train, mentor, and guide students and staff.
- Conflict Resolution & Counseling Skills – Ability to handle student behavioral issues with professionalism and fairness.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Comfortable using Excel, Word, and reporting systems.
- Passion for Youth Development – A commitment to creating a safe, respectful, and empowering environment.
Why Join Us?
- Lead & Inspire – Guide students toward accountability, leadership, and positive decision-making.
- Career Growth – Develop your leadership in youth development and behavior management.
- Make an Impact – Help shape the future of young adults by fostering personal and professional growth.
- Dynamic & Rewarding Work – Be part of a mission-driven, student-focused organization.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today!
Alternate Perspectives, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer - M/F/Vet/Disabled
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, political affiliation, marital status, sexual orientation, or other non-merit factors.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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