The State University of New York at Fredonia is hiring an Advisor to support the ACE (Advancing Completion through Engagement) program on our campus. ACE is a baccalaureate completion program based on the principles of the successful CUNY Accelerated Study in Associate Programs (ASAP). ACE is designed to increase timely graduation rates by removing the financial, academic, and personal obstacles that many students confront. Key ACE program features include, required full-time study and comprehensive advisement and career development services. 

Reporting to the ACE Program Director, ACE Advisor is a member of an integrated college team providing individual academic and personal support to an assigned group of students as they progress through the program.

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive compensation plus comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, and vision insurance and retirement plan options including a fixed pension plan or a 401(A) with generous employer contributions;
• Paid leave provisions including sick and holiday leave; impressive educational benefits including tuition-free study plus supplemental tuition aid;
• A rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of their personal life, including professional development programs and services, employee EAP and wellness programs, discounted membership to the on-campus fitness center, and access to the Campus and Community Child Care Center.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Delivers comprehensive advisement support services to an assigned group of students through degree completion;
• Reviews student progress and tracks student use of academic support services; 
• Conducts regular outreach to faculty and other college staff as needed to support student success;
• Maintains accurate tracking data and notes for each assigned student, recommending appropriate referrals and opportunity programs;
• Supports annual recruitment of new students into the program;
• Organizes periodic special events and programs for students, faculty and staff; 
• Instruct student seminars or workshops  on issues of importance to students;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Ability, Skills

• Strong understanding of the academic, financial, and wellness needs of incoming college students; 
• Strong organization, project management and facilitation skills; 
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed; 
• Aptitude to learn new software systems, as needed.

This is a temporary, UUP Represented position, with a starting salary of $55,151 annually.  The expected start date is May 2025.

Fredonia prides itself on an outstanding workforce. To continually support organizational excellence, the university conducts background screens on applicants.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university;
• Academic advisement experience;
• Minimum of two years experience working with high school or college student populations in an academic setting;
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team; 
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff and external stakeholders;  
• Ability to enter, monitor and interpret student data accurately; 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; 
• Strong computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office and Google Suite

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in Higher Education Administration or relevant discipline from an accredited university;
• Experience working with underserved student populations; 
• Experience using SIS systems such as Banner and Early Alert systems such as Starfish

About SUNY Fredonia

The State University of New York at Fredonia is one of the crown jewels in the 64-campus State University of New York system. Founded in 1826, Fredonia is a highly ranked comprehensive, selective, public, residential, liberal arts university that enrolls approximately 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students in 80+ majors and 50+ minors. Fredonia is consistently ranked as a top public university for academics, value, and social mobility. Fredonia is known for its strong academic programs, professional, award-winning faculty, a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere, and a strong focus on student success. The 256-acre campus, known for beautiful green spaces and attractive architecture, is located one mile from the shore of Lake Erie in beautiful Western New York with ready access to fishing, swimming, and lakefront attractions. Fredonia is centrally located between several large metropolitan areas. It is one hour south of Buffalo and Niagara Falls, 45 minutes north of Erie, PA, and just 2 ½ hours from Pittsburgh, Cleveland, or Toronto. Fredonia is a safe village community with beautiful Victorian homes situated in the heart of Western New York wine country. The location affords res...idents all four authentic weather seasons; warm and sunshine-filled, yet comfortable spring and summer, vibrant colors across rolling hills with the changing leaves of autumn, and the picturesque landscapes and accompanying outdoor activities of winter. SUNY provides a competitive salary and benefits package. Fredonia's faculty and staff focus on ensuring that all students will achieve the Institutional Learning Goals: -SKILLED Develop Intellectual and Applied Skills, Literacies and Knowledge -CONNECTED Engage Community and Diversity: Local Stewardship, Global Citizenship -CREATIVE Demonstrate Scholarship, Artistry, and Innovation -RESPONSIBLE Activate Sustainability, Ethics, Leadership, and Professionalism.

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