Hybrid Academic Advisor: Shape Student Futures

Excelsior University; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Excelsior University is seeking an Academic Advisor I to support student services and contribute to the Advising Center’s goals. The role entails advising a caseload in a designated specialization, using the Excelsior Advising Model, and participating in professional development aligned with the CARES credo.

The position offers a hybrid schedule with two days on site in Albany, NY and remote work flexibility, within core hours 8:30 AM–5:00 PM for a 37.5-hour week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Minimum two years of experience in higher education or teaching.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate advising/coaching on curriculum and degree planning.
• Advise students on educational goals and career planning.
• Track and report student progress using SIP, dashboards, or CRM.
• Advocate for students by referring to university services.
• Participate in unit and university committees and KPI achievement.

Skills

Advising

Counseling

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

SIP

Dashboards

CRM

Job description

Excelsior University is seeking an Academic Advisor I to support student services and contribute to the Advising Center’s goals. The role entails advising a caseload in a designated specialization, using the Excelsior Advising Model, and participating in professional development aligned with the CARES credo.

The position offers a hybrid schedule with two days on site in Albany, NY and remote work flexibility, within core hours 8:30 AM–5:00 PM for a 37.5-hour week.