Holistic Academic & Career Advisor

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

Job summary

The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is seeking an Advisor for the CUNY EDGE program at John Jay College. The role delivers integrated advising that links academic planning with career development and student support.

Reporting to the Director, you will manage a caseload, promote persistence and completion, and assist with the HRAFellowship program, including workshops and timesheet tracking. Hybrid work is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, social work, public administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of advising, case management, or student support services.
• Ability to support diverse student populations using a student-centered and culturally responsive approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic one-on-one and group advising integrating academics, career development, and support to help students persist and graduate.
• Guide students in selecting majors, planning coursework, and staying on track for timely graduation.
• Support students in exploring career interests, internships, and job opportunities.
• Maintain a caseload and deliver proactive support, monitoring progress and intervening early.
• Assist students navigating financial aid, scholarships, and public benefit requirements.
• Contribute to program communications, materials, and initiatives.
• Document advising interactions and outcomes in the DMS and EAB Navigate systems.
• Support the HRA Fellowship Program, onboarding, workshops, and timesheet tracking.

Skills

Advising experience

Communication

Organization

Documentation

Student-centered approach

Cultural responsiveness

Microsoft Office

Navigate

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Navigate

CRM systems

Job description

The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is seeking an Advisor for the CUNY EDGE program at John Jay College. The role delivers integrated advising that links academic planning with career development and student support.

Reporting to the Director, you will manage a caseload, promote persistence and completion, and assist with the HRAFellowship program, including workshops and timesheet tracking. Hybrid work is available.