Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off.

Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean of Fordham College at Lincoln Center (FCLC), the Academic Advisor for Juniors provides holistic, personalized guidance to Juniors in FCLC, aiming to
bolster their academic success, strengthen their connections to their programs of study, introduce them to relevant extracurricular opportunities, and support their progression to degree completion. 

Academic Advisors for Juniors also play crucial roles as liaisons, facilitating ongoing communication and collaboration with the faculty leadership of academic programs, with faculty advisors, and with administrative staff within the Deans’ Offices and throughout the university. 

This position requires occasional evening and weekend hours to support major campus events.

Depending on background and qualifications, an appointment will be made as either an Academic Advisor or a Senior Academic Advisor.

Applies best practices in academic advising to assist students in understanding and navigating academic requirements, connecting to experiential opportunities, and making timely progress to degree completion.

Partners with faculty to collaboratively guide students toward appropriate classes, internships, and experiences to match their learning and post-graduation goals.

Develops and initiates programming and resources to support students in their academic progress and career development.

Collaborates with other members of the Advising Center and Deans’ Offices to develop a strong community and to deliver programs that support student success, retention, and degree completion.

Contributes to the effectiveness of academic advising and student support through team-based work with colleagues in FCRH, FCLC, the Gabelli School of Business, and other schools throughout Fordham University.

Partners across the university in areas such as Academic Affairs, Career Services, Student Affairs, Academic Records, Student Accounts, Office of International Students, and Athletics to provide holistic and informed guidance to students.

Fully leverages the potential of the Fordham Hub (powered by Salesforce) to provide wraparound student support; uses the Fordham Hub and other data-based tools to identify and prioritize students who would benefit from intervention and support.

Attends regular case conferences and works collaboratively with others across the institution, including the Assistant Deans for Student Support and Success, Counseling and Psychological Services, Office of Disability Services, Campus Ministry, and Student Affairs, in identifying and supporting at-risk students.

Responds to regular inquiries from students, parents, faculty, and other administrators with regard to academic and course-related issues. Understands and complies with all FERPA regulations and maintains appropriate confidentiality.

Supports major campus events such as admissions activities, Commencement, research showcases, and awards ceremonies.

Bachelor’s Degree

Academic Advisor: Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in higher education, academic advising, or transfer student support.

Senior Academic Advisor: Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in higher education, academic advising, or transfer student support.

Familiarity with best practices in academic advising and in working with a varied, diverse population of students.

Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. 

Proven ability to juggle multiple responsibilities, organize, prioritize, and work collaboratively.

Proficiency in various software tools such as Microsoft Office Suite and G-Suite. 

Master’s degree in Higher Education Student Affairs, Counseling, or related field. 

Experience in advising special populations, such as STEM.

Experience with Banner, Salesforce, and web management systems.

Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.