Student Career Advisor -Sr

POSITION DETAILS

The Student Career Advisor-Sr is responsible for managing relationships with both students and employers to ensure that Bronx Community College graduates are a key talent source for local hiring needs, aligned with our degree and training programs. This role is an excellent opportunity for a professional with experience supporting jobseekers—especially those who are entry-level, new to their fields, or face barriers to employment—and a passion for continuously learning about new industries, technologies, and best practices in career services within community colleges.

The Student Career Advisor-Sr will report to the Director of Career Development within Workforce Development and Continuing Education, part of the Office of Academic Affairs. This position involves managing a caseload of students while actively contributing to a highly collaborative team.

On a typical week, the Student Career Advisor-Sr can expect to:

• Meet one-on-one with a caseload of students to assist with career exploration, resume reviews, and job application processes.
• Coordinate and oversee the internship and job placement efforts for students in business, finance, accounting, and related fields, working with them individually and in small groups to facilitate job placement.
• Create and deliver workshops in collaboration with various campus programs and courses to support student career development.
• Serve as a liaison between industry representatives, senior alumni, and faculty to help refine curricula and co-curricular activities that enhance student career readiness.
• Develop and expand a network of employer partners to increase paid internships and competitive job opportunities for BCC students and recent graduates.
• Organize and execute career-related events for students and employers, both on and off-campus.
• Track and report outcomes in alignment with team goals and objectives.
• Research and provide insights on emerging best practices and new standards from groups such as NACE.
  
  

Oversee peer leaders and/or interns who contribute to the office.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and four years related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting entry-level jobseekers, especially first-generation or foreign-born college students.
• Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously and take ownership of tasks.
• Proven track record as a diligent, organized, self-starter who can adapt to change as needed.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and a passion for mentoring others to succeed.
  
  

Cuny Title Overview

Provides student career assessment and counseling and provides comprehensive career services programs.

• Provides employment and career counseling to students; may provide services to alumni
• Administers and interprets career and vocational assessment instruments
• Prepares and facilities workshops on career development topics such as job search strategies, resume and cover letter preparation, and interviewing techniques
• Develops and maintains relationships with employers that can lead to recruitment and hiring at the campus
• Assists with planning and presenting career fairs, speakers, employer visits, and other events
• Collaborates with faculty and student support service professionals to offer specialized programs and activities
• Trains and supervises interns and office staff
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

Compensation And Benefits

$52,276 -$90,375 ; Salary commensurate with 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

Only applications submitted through cuny.jobs will be considered for this position.

If you are viewing this job posting externally, please apply as follows:

• Go to https://cuny.jobs/
• Search for Job Opening ID number 31997
• Click on the "Apply Now" button and follow the instructions
  
  

Applications including the following must be uploaded to the job application website as a single PDF document:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  
  

CLOSING DATE

The posting closes on April 22, 2026

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID: 31997

Location: Bronx Community College

Job Type: Full-Time