Transfer Success Advisor

John Jay College of Criminal Justice; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York seeks a Transfer Academic Advisor to support transfer and freshman students, assist with course selection, and coordinate with the CUNY Justice Academy partner campuses.

The role emphasizes maintaining transition databases, providing referrals and workshops, and staying current with admissions and transfer requirements while delivering inclusive advising to a diverse student body.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience advising diverse student populations preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to interact with a diverse campus community while representing the Academic Advising Center.

Responsibilities

• Advise transfer and new freshman students on policies and course selection.
• Maintain student transition tracking databases and CJA advising email.
• Provide referrals, resources, and workshop facilitation for academic support and opportunities.
• Collaborate with partner campuses on transfer requirements and credits.
• Support degree progress and navigate admissions requirements and deadlines.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Psychology / Sociology / Counseling related field

Job description

John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York seeks a Transfer Academic Advisor to support transfer and freshman students, assist with course selection, and coordinate with the CUNY Justice Academy partner campuses.

The role emphasizes maintaining transition databases, providing referrals and workshops, and staying current with admissions and transfer requirements while delivering inclusive advising to a diverse student body.