EOC Academic Advisor - Bronx Educational Opportunity Center

The City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Tuition waivers

Job summary

The City University of New York's Bronx Educational Opportunity Center seeks an EOC Academic Advisor to develop and administer initiatives that increase HSE and college awareness, and to promote student persistence and retention.

You will provide individual and group academic advising, maintain student records, analyze data for program improvement, and present outcomes at meetings; experience in higher education counseling and knowledge of admissions and aid in NY metro area preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience in higher education counseling, advisement or related field desirable.
• Spanish language proficiency preferred.
• Knowledge of college admissions and financial aid in NY metropolitan area.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in clarifying values and educational options; provide academic and personal support.
• Provide effective referrals to other support services.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress and maintain student records.
• May specialize in advising specific programs or student groups.

Skills

Higher education counseling

Student advisement

Outreach

Data analysis

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Details

The EOC Academic Advisor will report to the Director of Student Affairs at the Bronx Educational Opportunity Center (Bronx EOC). The EOC Academic Advisor will assist in developing and administering initiatives designed to increase High School Equivalency (HSE) and college awareness, as well as implement data-driven strategies to promote student persistence and retention among students enrolled in Bronx EOC programs.

The EOC Academic Advisor will provide academic advising and support to students individually and in group settings. Responsibilities will include maintaining accurate records for enrolled students, providing academic and educational guidance, conducting outreach to support HSE enrollment and student engagement, and utilizing student data to identify opportunities for improving persistence and retention.

The EOC Academic Advisor will also prepare, analyze, and present program and student outcome data at internal and external meetings, conferences, and other professional forums. The position will collaborate with staff and stakeholders to support student success and advance the academic and career goals of Bronx EOC students.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.

Preferred Qualifications

Bronx EOC is seeking applicants with experience in higher education counseling, social work, advisement, or a related field. Knowledgeable in college admissions, financial aid and higher education opportunities in the New York metropolitan area with specific experience with diverse urban populations desirable. Prior experience (1-2 years) in advisement of adult learners a plus. Second language proficiency in Spanish preferred.

Cuny Title Overview

• Assists students with clarifying values and goals, discussing educational options, requirements, policies and procedures; offers academic and personal support
• Provides effective and timely referrals to other support services
• Monitors and evaluates student progress
• Establishes and maintains student files, databases and records; prepares activity reports and analyses
• May specialize in providing advice on specific programs or to specific student groups
• Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

EOC Assistant to HEO

FLSA

Exempt

Compensation And Benefits

$65,208.00 – $71,072.00; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY’s comprehensive benefits contribute significantly to total compensation and support employees’ health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. Benefits include a range of health insurance plans, competitive retirement and pension benefits, savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study, and generous paid time off.

Employees also have access to CUNY’s extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs, as well as the opportunity to be part of a vibrant and diverse academic community in one of the world’s greatest cities.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Closing Date

The position will close on 10/26/2026.

Location

Bronx Community College

Job Type

Full-Time