Academic Advisor jobs in Queens Village, NY

Position Summary:

Provides advice and counsels the students. This advice may relate to the student’s personal, academic or professional life. Every college or university has a student advisor who makes programs suitable for a particular student that will guide him in his career. Student advisors may also work independently and offer their customized services to a particular student.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Acts as an advocate and an interdepartmental and interagency liaison
• Studies the program needs and then develops and implements the program in compliance with the government and educational policies.
• Provides a wholesome system of service delivery that is flexible and responsive to the needs of the students.
• Informs students about their rights and responsibilities.
• Represents the students in disputes with local agencies and college authorities.
• Monitors the participation and progress of students to ensure program compliance.
• Creates awareness about program services among the community.
• By analyzing the requirements of the students, the advisor represents program concerns to the educational institute authorities.
• Provides group and individual orientations and gives information to new and old students.
• Proctor students individually or in groups.
• Assists students with the registration process, filing of other forms and help in financial aid.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance

Skills/Competencies/Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree Preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Career Management or Social Services
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Classification: Non-exempt

Work Hours: Forty hours per week but may vary daily, and evening. M-F 9-6 PM

Pay Rate: $25.00-$29.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Rego Park, NY 11374: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person