Senior Academic Advisor — Undergraduate Success & Pathways

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority; Village of Old Westbury (NY); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Institute of Technology invites applications for a Senior Academic Advisor in the Office of Undergraduate Academic Advising. The role focuses on advising, academic planning, graduation requirements, and interpretation of policies for undergraduate students, including first-year and transfer cohorts.

Responsibilities include registering students, coordinating advising services, supporting programs for student success, and collaborating with campus partners to foster engagement and timely

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and Masters preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience advising college students.
• Knowledge of academic policies, graduation requirements.
• Experience with underserved students is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary advisor to undergraduate students (first-year and transfer).
• Advise and register students for courses and track progress.
• Collaborate with campus partners to plan student success programs.
• Provide guidance on degree requirements and policy interpretation.
• Support Title III or related grant program initiatives is a plus.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

PeopleSoft

Slate

Job description

New York Institute of Technology invites applications for a Senior Academic Advisor in the Office of Undergraduate Academic Advising. The role focuses on advising, academic planning, graduation requirements, and interpretation of policies for undergraduate students, including first-year and transfer cohorts.

Responsibilities include registering students, coordinating advising services, supporting programs for student success, and collaborating with campus partners to foster engagement and timely