POSITION DETAILS
John Jay College of Criminal Justice, a senior college of the City University of New York (CUNY), is an internationally recognized leader in educating for justice, committed to the advancement of justice and just societies. It is a public liberal arts college that enriches the entire learning experience by highlighting themes of justice across the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences. Located steps from Lincoln Center at the cultural heart of New York City, the College offers bachelors and masters degrees and participates in the doctoral programs of the Graduate School of the City University of New York. John Jay College is also recognized for serving a broadly diverse student population. Under the leadership of its fourth president, Jeremy Travis, John Jay College has experienced unprecedented faculty hiring, an expansion of its curricular offerings, and the opening in 2011 of a new 600,000 square foot building complete with a black-box theatre, state-of-the-art lab space for students and faculty, a moot courtroom, and a variety of virtual learning settings. As evidenced by so many on-going developments, the College offers its many new faculty and staff the opportunity to shape the future of their institution.
Reporting to the Associate Director for Freshmen Advising, the Senior Academic Advisor, Peer Advisor Program Specialist will participate in the orientation, advisement, and registration of undergraduate students.
In addition to the responsibilities listed in the "CUNY Title Overview" (see below), this position will also require:
* Disseminating information on college and CUNY policies and procedures and staying abreast of changing institutional information including admissions requirements; new programs; course changes; deadlines; important dates; costs; expanding facilities; updates in college-wide initiatives; transfer requirements; and state and federal mandates.
* Participating in the development and implementation of group and individual advisement and registration session for all new students (freshmen and transfer).
* Coordinating online advising for newly admitted out-of-state students.
* Working closely with other offices to provide transfer students with timely feedback on credits accepted by the college.
* Coordinating the recruitment, hiring and training of peer advisors.
* Day-to-day communication and supervision of peer advisors.
* Managing the Academic Advisement Center’s (the "AAC") presence in social media.
* Working closely with the Executive Director of Undergraduate Studies to create and update advising and degree requirements content in the AAC’s website and college bulletin.
* Engaging in professional development activities such as joining professional organizations; staying current with professional standards and literature; and building information technology skills to enhance work performance.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree and four years' related experience required.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
* Master's degree in student personnel administration, higher education, counseling or related field preferred.
* A minimum of (2) years of experience working directly with undergraduate students in a higher education setting is strongly preferred (of the total required 4 years' related experience required).
* Direct advising experience with one or more of the following student populations preferred: transfer students, veteran students, adult learners, disabled students, or students in academic difficulty.
* The ideal candidate will have a background in and/or knowledge of student leadership development.
* Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills are required.
* Ability to effectively interact with a diverse faculty, staff and student population while representing the Academic Advising Center and the College to internal and external constituents required.
CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW
Provides expert and/or specialized academic counseling a diverse student population.
* Offers comprehensive advisement to full-time and part-time students
* Works with other academic affairs staff as well as enrollment and student affairs to assist students to declare majors and select appropriate courses
* Monitors students' performances and takes appropriate action if necessary; resolves students' problems regarding curricular requirements
* Develops academic plans and performs graduation audits
* Provides information to students regarding student support services, college policies and program procedures and guidelines
* Facilitates workshops; assists with other department activities such as course scheduling
* Establishes and maintains student advisement files; prepares activity reports and analyses
* May supervise extramural activities, such as internships and community service; may assist with accreditation efforts as needed
* May provide career and transfer services and/or specialized program counseling
* May supervise junior advising and/or clerical staff
* Performs related duties as assigned.
Job Title Name: Senior Academic Advisor
CUNY TITLE
Higher Education Assistant
FLSA
Exempt
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
$42,873 - $55,782.
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
HOW TO APPLY
Review of resumes to begin July 26, 2016.
Posting closes August 13, 2016.
CLOSING DATE
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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.
*Location:* John Jay College
*Job Title:* Senior Academic Advisor, Peer Advisor Program Specialist
*Job ID:* 15259
*Full/Part Time:* Full-Time
*Regular/Temporary:* Regular