Overview
The Academic Advisor plays a critical role within the advising team, providing comprehensive academic support, and guidance to students enrolled at Touro University's NYSCAS.
Responsibilities
Scheduling and Meeting Management:
Utilize Bookings software to schedule all registration meetings
Schedule Bookings appointments from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Book meetings as ½ hour sessions with a 15-minute buffer
Maintain a minimum open calendar booking window of 45 days
Schedule at least 6 registration meetings per day, and 4 on Fridays or early dismissal days
Communication:
Use Touro email and Zoom phone numbers exclusively for student communication
Respond to phone messages and emails within 24 hours or the next business day, documenting responses via email or Zoom phone account
Documentation and Reporting:
Summarize meeting outcomes in TC1
Report the disposition of Academic Alert forms to the Administrative Assistant and other relevant parties within 24 hours or the next business day
Maintain contact with all assigned students three times per semester regarding pending issues
Document all student conversations in the Notes section of Bookings
Student Advising:
Advise students on selecting and determining their academic goals and link these with their career aspirations
Inform students about college policies, regulations, and requirements, including majors, minors, and concentrations
Counsel students on choosing their programs semester-by-semester in an orderly and sequential fashion
Assist students in registering for courses and making program changes
Perform graduation checks and inform students about graduation requirements
Consult with academic department chairs and staff on programming and scheduling matters
Provide assistance in filing appropriate forms and monitor students on academic probation
Counsel and guide students with graduate and professional school admissions procedures
Prepare and submit appeals to the Committee on Academic Standing
Compile lists of potential graduates each semester
Work with potential students to inform them about the college and help them decide if Touro is the appropriate college for them and which Touro program can best serve their needs
Student Support and Advocacy:
Assist in the orientation of entering students and help them adjust to college life
Serve as a case manager for students, assisting with college as well as community and social services
Counsel students with personal, family, and academic problems and provide support during stressful transitions
Inform students about available services at Touro University and make referrals to other offices within the college
Advocate for student rights within the college environment
Identify at-risk students and notify relevant parties
Refer students to appropriate agencies for additional support
Additional Duties:
Perform other duties as determined by the Deans and Directors, noting that some responsibilities may be school or site-specific
Qualifications
Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree required
Proven experience working student recruitment or advising within an educational institution or proven customer service experience in a high pressure environment.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Proficiency in TC1, Tableau, Degree Works, and Bookings.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to student success.
Maximum Salary
USD $68,006.00/Yr.
Minimum Salary
USD $54,404.00/Yr.
Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
Full range of Health Plans
Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
Dependent Care and Transit Programs
Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term disability programs
Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
Employee Assistance Program
Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
Generous Paid Time Off
Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
Annual Holiday Schedule
All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first.
Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.
Inquiries or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policies should be sent to Nicole Barnett, 202 West 43rd Street, 11th Floor, New York, New York, 10036, nicole.barnett@touro.edu (646-565-6285) or, alternatively, to the Chief Compliance Officer at compliance@touro.edu and 646-565-6000 x55330.
Job Locations US-NY-Brooklyn | US-NY-New York
ID 2025-12554
College TUNY - New York School of Career & Applied Studies
Position Type Full-Time
Schedule Shift Varies
Hours Per Week 36.5
Travel As needed
Category Academic/Program Support
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Location : Country US
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