Research Foundation of The City University of New York
Location
New York
Salary
$29,112 / YEAR
The CUNY EDGE Advisor provides individualized, holistic advising integrating academic planning and career development to support students receiving public assistance, helping them navigate educational pathways and meet program requirements. Responsibilities include facilitating workshops, conducting proactive outreach, connecting students to support services, and managing program data and compliance for the HRA Fellowship Program.
A Bachelor's degree is required, along with a minimum of one year of relevant experience in higher education, social services, or workforce development. Candidates must possess strong communication and excellent organizational skills, proficiency with standard virtual platforms, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY). The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries. We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY. Primary Location: QUEENS COLLEGE Bargaining
No CUNY EDGE (Educate, Develop, Graduate, and Empower) is a partnership between CUNY and the NYC Human Resources Administration (HRA), designed to support students receiving public assistance in achieving academic success, graduating on time, and preparing for the workforce.
The CUNY EDGE Advisor at Queens College provides individualized, holistic advising that integrates academic planning and career development to support students receiving public assistance. Reporting to the CUNY EDGE Director, the Advisor helps students navigate their educational pathways, connect coursework to long-term career goals, and meet program requirements. This role is central to advancing the program’s mission of aligning academic success with career readiness through proactive engagement and direct student support.
Provide individualized academic and career advising to help students plan coursework, monitor progress, and align their studies with career goals. Assist students with course selection, goal setting, and development of academic and career plans. Support students in exploring career paths, developing résumés and cover letters, and preparing for internships and job searches. Facilitate workshops, mock interviews, and promote use of online career and job search resources. Conduct proactive outreach through calls, texts, and emails to encourage student engagement and program compliance. Meet regularly with students to review progress, address challenges, and connect them to appropriate support services. Collaborate with campus offices, faculty, and external partners to connect students with academic, career, and personal support resources. Promote internship and employment opportunities and assist with employer engagement and campus events. Maintain accurate advising notes and student records in program databases. Collect and verify student timesheets for the HRA Fellowship Program and ensure compliance with reporting requirements. Manage the virtual front desk during CUNY EDGE online office hours to aid and direct inquiries appropriately. Record and track student academic outcomes and submit program data on a regular basis to ensure accurate reporting. Participate in program meetings, events, and related activities to support team goals and student success. Deliver exceptional customer service to students, staff, and campus departments through responsive and professional communication. Other duties as assigned.
Bachelor’s degree required, with a minimum of one year of relevant experience in higher education, social services, or workforce development. Strong communication skills (written, verbal, interpersonal). Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, Zoom, and other virtual platforms. Familiarity with CUNY systems (CUNYFirst, DegreeWorks, Navigate) preferred. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Experience working with low-income or special populations preferred. Pay Range: Minimum - Maximum: $29,111.54 (Part-time position / 21 hours per week) RFCUNY Benefits RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is a nonprofit educational corporation founded in 1963 to provide post-award fiscal and administrative support for CUNY’s research and sponsored programs. RFCUNY’s services allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries, on projects and programs that serve our local and global communities, proposing concrete solutions to society’s most pressing challenges. RFCUNY serves as a fiscal agent and works closely with all the CUNY campus Grants Offices to perform the core functions of post-award financial management for CUNY research projects and sponsored programs. These functions include legal assessment and signing of agreements where RFCUNY is named as a fiscal agent; setting up award accounts; preparing sub-awards and assisting PIs in monitoring the work of the recipients of sub-awards; supporting project directors with hiring and managing research project and sponsored program staff; supporting the purchasing and paying for goods and services with grant and program funds; managing financial aspects of projects including accounts receivable, financial reporting, invoicing, budget monitoring, and cost compliance with uniform guidance; ensuring that sponsor financial requirements are met; monitoring compliance with applicable project and financial management rules and laws; supporting the management of independent and external audits and financial reviews; and providing data, information, management expertise, and other supports to CUNY’s research and sponsored programs.
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