EDGE Advisor — Holistic Student Success & Career Readiness

RFCUNY Research Foundation of the City University of New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RFCUNY Benefits

Job summary

RFCUNY's John Jay College of Criminal Justice seeks an Advisor to deliver integrated advising blending academic planning, career development, and student support, managing a caseload to promote persistence and graduation. This grant-funded role supports the HRA-funded CUNY EDGE program, internships, and ongoing workshops, with hybrid work arrangement and emphasis on inclusive, student-centered guidance.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s in education, counseling, social work, or related field

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, social work, public administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years advising, case management, or student support services.
• Demonstrated ability to support diverse student populations, including first‑generation and low‑income students.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic one-on-one and group advising integrating academic planning, career development, and individualized support.
• Guide students in selecting majors, planning coursework, and staying on track for timely graduation.
• Maintain a caseload, monitor academic progress, and intervene early to address challenges.

Skills

Advising

Case management

Student support

Communication

Documentation

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, social work, public administration

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

RFCUNY's John Jay College of Criminal Justice seeks an Advisor to deliver integrated advising blending academic planning, career development, and student support, managing a caseload to promote persistence and graduation. This grant-funded role supports the HRA-funded CUNY EDGE program, internships, and ongoing workshops, with hybrid work arrangement and emphasis on inclusive, student-centered guidance.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s in education, counseling, social work, or related field