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Master’s Degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Four (4) years of full-time administrative experience at a college or university in academic advising, counseling, student leadership, or student services that provide advising in some capacity. Experience coordinating projects, programs, and/or events. Experience developing training content and/or curriculum for a student development related program or course.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Masters Degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in higher education, student affairs, social work, counseling, or related discipline. Professional experience in academic advising at a college or university. Experience teaching a college-level seminar for new students or student development related courses. Experience developing, planning, and/or assessing programs. Experience working with new undergraduate students. Working knowledge of PeopleSoft, Navigate, and/or Brightspace.

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Job Number: 2502601
Official Job Title: Senior Academic Advisor
Job Field: Administrative & Professional (non-Clinical)
Primary Location: US-NY-Stony Brook
Department/Hiring Area: Undergraduate Colleges
Schedule: Full-time Shift :Day Shift Shift Hours: 9-5
Posting Start Date: Jul 17, 2025
Posting End Date: Jul 31, 2025, 10:59:00 PM
Salary:75,000
Appointment Type: Term
Salary Grade:SL4
SBU Area:Stony Brook Universit

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Reporting to the Director of the Undergraduate Colleges, the Program Manager for Leadership & Learning coordinates departmental efforts around student leadership and the first-year seminar curriculum to support academic success. Additionally, the incumbent will serve as an Academic Advisor to first and second year students. This position provides a significant link to students’ transition from high school through their second year of college and serves to strengthen student engagement and retention. The incumbent is an active leader, remaining up-to-date with student-centered practices and retention strategies. Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Experience successfully working independently as well as part of a team with a collaborative approach to problem solving. Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.