EOC Academic Advisor - Bronx Educational Opportunity Center

City University of New York; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

City University of New York seeks an EOC Academic Advisor for the Bronx Educational Opportunity Center. The role reports to the Director of Student Affairs and will help design and administer initiatives to boost HSE and college awareness, using data-driven methods to promote persistence and retention among Bronx EOC students.

Responsibilities include academic advising, maintaining student records, conducting outreach for HSE enrollment, and presenting program outcomes at internal and external

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience in higher education counseling or advisement desirable.
• Knowledge of college admissions, financial aid and higher education opportunities in the New York metropolitan area.
• Second language proficiency in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising and support to students individually and in groups.
• Maintain accurate records for enrolled students and prepare activity reports.
• Outreach to support HSE enrollment and student engagement.
• Analyze student data to identify opportunities to improve persistence and retention and present findings.

Skills

Higher education counseling

Advisement

Data analysis

Spanish (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Database management

Records management systems

Job description

EOC Academic Advisor - Bronx Educational Opportunity Center

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.

CLOSING DATE

The position will close on 10/26/2026.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

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.

Job ID: 32762

Location: Bronx Community College

Job Type: Full-Time