"Academic Advisor, BMCC Learning Academy (Multiple Positions)"

The Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) is a vibrant, pluralistic learning community committed to students’ intellectual and personal growth. The College bridges the economic and educational opportunity gap for students, more than half of whom are the first in their families to attend college. Working to strengthen a culture of care inside and outside the classroom, we share a passion for learning with students from around the world. Strategically located in downtown Manhattan, the College is in close proximity to the artistic communities of Tribeca and SoHo, the dynamic downtown financial district, and the center of New York City government at City Hall. BMCC prides itself on the diversity of our students. We are an inclusive community that promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect for each member’s ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, and national origin, among other personal characteristics. BMCC’s motto speaks to this shared sense of purpose and possibility: Start Here, Go Anywhere. We strive to increase degree completion, successful transfer, career achievement, and service and leadership within our community, New York City, and beyond.

Borough of Manhattan Community College seeks a mission-driven individual who has the ability to work independently and as an enthusiastic member of the BMCC Learning Academy team, which serves a diverse student population. The ideal candidate will provide a supportive environment and have the ability to easily build rapport and professional relationships with students, staff and the community. BMCC Learning Academy (BLA) offers students an integrated and comprehensive system of support from the point of admission to graduation or transfer. The key program features include exploration of and preparation for health science academic pathways, comprehensive advisement, academic success seminars, and collaboration with student support services and campus resources. Further information is available at http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/learningacademy/.

POSITION DETAILS

Reporting to the Director of the BMCC Learning Academy or her designee, the successful candidate will be responsible, but not limited to, the following:

• Cohort-based academic advisement and caseload management for students in health-related majors.
• Conduct weekly seminars and workshops on topics such as transitioning to college, career skill building, and preparing for transfer.
• Continuously monitor student academic progress, referring students to appropriate support services.
• Provide ongoing student academic support.
• Establish and maintain student files, databases and records.
• Monitor and respond to Early Alert system.
• Prepare cohort enrollment and retention reports.
• Work closely with Admissions, Registrar and Enrollment Management areas on student recruitment and retention projects.
• Work collaboratively with student support services including, but not limited to: tutoring, mentoring, academic advisement, counseling, career services and financial aid.
• Be available for some evening hours.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM:

Bachelor's Degree required.

PREFERRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in any related field strongly preferred: Social Science, Education, Communication, Counseling, Higher Education.
• Experience advising pre-health and health related majors, preferably in a community college setting.
• Experience working in special programs and/or a cohort model.
• Knowledge and competency in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook, and comfort with learning new technology.
• Strong organizational, project management, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Experience with event planning and promotion.
• Detail-oriented multi-tasker with independent initiative and good judgement.
• Experience working in collaboration with students, staff/ faculty and administration.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Provides academic counseling and planning services to a diverse student population.

• Assists students with clarifying values and goals; counsels students regarding educational options, requirements, policies and procedures.
• Offers academic and personal support to guide students through the course selection process
• Provides students with effective and timely referral to other college and external support services
• Monitors and evaluates students' educational progress by conducting academic progress audits
• Establishes and maintains student files, databases and records; prepares activity reports and analyses
• May specialize in providing advice on specific programs or to specific student groups
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Academic Advisor

CUNY TITLE Assistant to HEO

FLSA Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary range is $48,647 - $59,444, commensurate with qualifications, education, and experience.

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

For full consideration, submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY's web-based job system, addressing how your experience and credentials fulfill the responsibilities and qualifications outlined. The direct link to the job opening from external sources is: https://hrsa.cunyfirst.cuny.edu/psc/erecruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMSCG/c/HRS*HRAM*FL.HRS*CG*SEARCH*FL.GBL?Page=HRS*APP*JBPST*FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=31665&PostingSeq=1

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CLOSING DATE February 6, 2026