ASAP Advisor: Student Success & Academic Pathways

Rockland Community College; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockland Community College in New York invites applications for a SUNY ASAP Advisor to provide academic and personal support to a student cohort in the ASAP program.

The advisor guides students through course planning, connects them with campus resources, and helps ensure timely graduation by tracking progress and coordinating with faculty and staff. The role includes designing workshops on study skills and financial literacy, and it involves some recruitment and orientation activities.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in academic advising, counseling, or student services within a higher education setting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Proficiency in using advising and student management software.
• Strong commitment to supporting a diverse student population and enhancing student success.

Responsibilities

• Offer personalized guidance on course selection, academic planning, and progression to ensure students meet their educational goals.
• Assist students in overcoming personal, financial, and academic obstacles by connecting them with appropriate campus and community resources.
• Develop and facilitate workshops on topics such as study skills, time management, career exploration, and financial literacy.
• Track student performance, maintain detailed records, and implement interventions as needed to promote student success.
• Work closely with faculty, staff, and other stakeholders to coordinate support services and advocate for student needs.
• Participate in the recruitment of new students and assist in orientation sessions to acclimate them to the program.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Student advising

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

Student management software

Advising software

Job description

Rockland Community College in New York invites applications for a SUNY ASAP Advisor to provide academic and personal support to a student cohort in the ASAP program.

The advisor guides students through course planning, connects them with campus resources, and helps ensure timely graduation by tracking progress and coordinating with faculty and staff. The role includes designing workshops on study skills and financial literacy, and it involves some recruitment and orientation activities.